Micah Porter

Micah Porter is the President, CEO, and Owner of Minerva Planning Group, a fee-only financial planning firm located in Decatur, Georgia. Here's a comprehensive overview of his professional background:

Professional Credentials

• Certifications:
  • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
  • Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®)
  • NAPFA Registered Financial Advisor
• Current Role: Owner of Minerva Planning Group since June 20033

Professional Experience

Early Career

• BMG Entertainment (1993-1997)
  • Executive Assistant to the CEO of International Division
  • Latin Regional Director of BMG Interactive
  • Responsible for launching video game sales and distribution in Latin America, Spain, and Portugal3

XO Communications (1997-2003)

• Held multiple roles including:
  • Financial Analyst
  • Regional Director of Product Development
  • Regional Director of Sales3

Minerva Planning Group (2003-Present)

• Provides comprehensive fee-only financial planning and wealth management
• Serves diverse clients, with expertise in:
  • Self-employed individuals
  • Small business owners
  • Corporate executives3

Education

• University of South Carolina
  • Masters in International Business (1993)
  • Undergraduate Degree: Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Honors College (1991)12

Personal Details

• Lives in Decatur with his wife Jennifer and daughter Ellison
• Speaks Spanish (fluent) and German (conversational)1

Professional Philosophy

Micah focuses on understanding clients' financial goals, values, and personal priorities before developing comprehensive financial plans and investment strategies.3