Follett Software Leadership

Meet the Team

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Chris Porter

Chief Executive Officer

Chris is a seasoned education technology leader with more than 20 years of experience helping school districts simplify operations, improve decision-making, and get more value from their technology investments. He has served as CEO of Follett Software since 2022, guiding the company’s focus on delivering integrated, reliable solutions that support educators and administrators.

As the son of an educator, Chris brings a personal understanding of the realities schools face. Prior to Follett Software, he served as CEO of Apex Learning, leading the company through significant growth, and previously held executive roles at PowerSchool, Pearson, and Apple—helping shape technology used by K–12 districts nationwide.

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Kevin Gacek

Monica Morrell

Shane Foster

Amanda Shea

Bill Slackman

Samantha Nahra

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