Michael Joseph Murphy

Background

Murphy, Michael Joseph was born on May 24, 1947 in Seattle, Washington, United States. Son of John Anthony and Helen Elizabeth Murphy.

Education

Bachelor in History, Seattle U., 1969; Master of Business Administration, Pacific Lutheran U., 1978.

Career

Chief adjudicator veterinary's program, Office of the State Treasurer, Olympia, Washington, 1972-1975; administrator public deposit protection commission, Office of the State Treasurer, Olympia, Washington, 1975-1981; internal auditor to state treasurer, Office of the State Treasurer, Olympia, Washington, 1981-1987; treasurer, Thurston County, Olympia, 1987-1996; treasurer, State of Washington, Olympia, since 1997. Member of advisory board asset/liability committee Twin County Credit Union, Olympia,1987-1996. Instructor professional organizations, government.

Achievements

• Michael Joseph Murphy has been listed as a noteworthy State official by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Treasurer Thurston County Democrats, 1973-1977. Member Washington Association County Treasurers (board directors, officer 1987-1996, legislation coordinator 1989-1996, President award 1994), Washington Association County Officials (board directors 1989-1990), Washington Municipal Treasurers Association (board directors since 1990, Certified Excellence for investment policy 1992), Washington Finance Officers Association (professional finance officer since 1988, board directors since 1997), National Association State Treasurers, Olympia Yacht Club, Olympia Country and Golf Club, Valley Athletic Club.

Interests

• Avocations: sailing, golf, traveling.

Connections

Married Theresa Ann Smith.

Father:

John Anthony Murphy

Mother:

Helen Elizabeth Murphy

Spouse:

Theresa Ann Smith.