Porter Erisman

Porter Erisman is a professional public speaker and a leading authority on emerging markets, consumerism and technology. Known for his prominent role as Vice President at the Alibaba Group, Porter is an industry leader in ecommerce, and now shares his unrivalled insight with audiences across the world. Whether you’re a startup looking to work in e-commerce or a corporate client diversifying into the sector, Porter is a commanding speaker on the topic, able to give you the confidence and knowledge to succeed.

As the former Vice President of Alibaba Group, Porter was responsible for the international marketing, website operations and corporate affairs for the e-commerce giant. Spending eight years working in senior roles at one of China’s biggest e-commerce corporations, Porter gained a reputation as an expert in the industry. After leaving his position in 2008, he was inspired to share his experience and directed and produced ' Crocodile in Yangtze' which became an award-winning memoir film that Porter toured in twenty countries over two years.

In addition to his critically acclaimed film, since leaving Alibaba Group Porter has successfully acted as a consultant to a number of firms worldwide. Investing and mentoring e-commerce companies in emerging markets has led him to influence corporations in Nigeria, Vietnam and China, in areas such as online platforms for entrepreneurs, growth strategies for market leaders and advising start-ups. Working across cultures and continents has allowed Porter to be internationally recognised for his expertise and ensures he is the foremost speaker on his topics.

Since writing what is known as the Wall Street Journal's Best Business Book of 2015 titled "Alibaba's World", Porter has gone on to author another award-winning book 'Six Billion Shoppers'. Utilising his platform to share his unrivalled industry insight, Porter’s latest book looks at the e-commerce boom and how it is opening opportunities across the business spectrum. As a speaker, Porter Erisman has travelled across the globe influencing and educating audiences on e-commerce, making him the ideal authority to expand your audience's knowledge as a keynote speaker.