Dr. William Putsis

For more than twenty-five years, Dr. William Putsis has been a leading voice in business strategy, competition and market dynamics. A Professor of Marketing, Economics and Business Strategy at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and former professor at the Yale School of Management, he has advised Fortune 500 companies and governments on long-term growth, competitive advantage and organizational alignment.

Academic & Strategic Leader: Author of The Carrot and the Stick: Leveraging Strategic Control for Growth, Dr. Putsis translates complex economic frameworks into practical strategies that drive measurable performance. His teaching and research focus on how organizations achieve enduring success through strategic control.

Industry Advisor: He has served as a board member and consultant to firms across sectors including transportation, real estate, energy and consumer goods, applying rigorous analytical insight to large-scale investment and infrastructure projects.

Collaborative Visionary: At KCM, Dr. Putsis brings his expertise in macroeconomics, market behavior and systems thinking to guide portfolio strategy and ensure disciplined, data-driven decision-making. His work bridges academic rigor with real-world execution, helping KCM deliver sustainable, long-term value across its portfolio.