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Michael Alter is a Clinical Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business. He combines academic expertise with extensive industry experience, having served as Executive Chairman and former Interim CEO of Vanco, CEO of The Tie Bar, and co-founder/CEO of SurePayroll (acquired by Paychex®). His career spans roles at McKinsey & Company and IBM, culminating in his current focus on entrepreneurial sales and business strategy.
- Executive Chairman, Vanco
- Chairman, Edited (UK SaaS Retail Intelligence Platform)
- Board Member, Breakthrough T1D International Board
Research interests include entrepreneurial sales, startup scaling, technology commercialization, and e-commerce strategy. His Booth Review contributions emphasize problem-solving over technology, the importance of sales skills for founders, and systemic challenges in scaling startups.
- Illinois Technology Association CityLIGHTS CEO of the Year Award
Alter teaches Entrepreneurial Selling across multiple quarters and serves on advisory boards for tech firms like Pippin Title and First Stop Health. His work bridges academic theory with practical leadership in entrepreneurial ecosystems.
