Meet the People Behind the Work
Our people are our greatest strength. With a focus on excellence, integrity, and long-term partnerships, we bring a thoughtful, high-level approach to everything we do.
What Drives Us
The Team
Board of Directors
William Porter Payne, Jr.
Chairman of the Board
A respected business leader and strategic visionary, Porter brings decades of experience in operations, leadership, and enterprise growth. As Chairman, he guides Summit Holdings’ long-term vision, governance, and acquisition strategy to ensure sustainable success across all portfolio companies.
Juan Fernandez
Board Member
Co-Founder and CEO of Summit Holdings, Juan brings deep industry insight, leadership innovation, and a passion for developing future entrepreneurs through mentorship and community-driven growth.
Michael Amiri
Board Member
Co-Founder and CRO of Summit Holdings, Michael is a sales channel and operations strategist. Michael contributes strategic oversight in portfolio integration, performance management, and operational scalability across Summit Holdings’ entities.

