Bruce Henderson (Founder of Boston Consulting Group)

Bruce Henderson was an influential American business consultant who founded the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in 1963. He is renowned for developing innovative business strategies and concepts, particularly the "growth-share matrix," which helps companies assess their product portfolios by categorizing them into four groups: stars, cash cows, question marks, and dogs. Henderson's work emphasized the importance of strategic planning and competitive positioning in business. Under his leadership, BCG became a leading global consulting firm, shaping how companies approached strategy and management in the modern corporate landscape. His contributions have had a lasting impact on the field of business consulting.