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Gerard Murphy Celebrated by Marquis Who's Who for Nearly 45 Years of Invaluable Contributions to His Field

Gerard Murphy is a seasoned auto industry leader in Washington



He also had the honor of being recognized by the Who's Who in America, Who's Who in the East, Who's Who in the World, and Who's Who in Finance and Business publications.

    WASHINGTON, DC, December 09, 2016 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Gerard Murphy has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Recognized for nearly four and a half decades of practiced industry experience, Mr. Murphy parlays his extensive knowledge into his role with the Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association, where he has worked as general counsel since 2014; he was CEO before that from 1983. His educational resume boasts a BA and MA from the University of Maryland and a JD from George Mason University. He is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) and Fellow of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE).

A shining example of skill in his field, Mr. Murphy started his career as a management trainee with his current employer. Subsequently, he became assistant CEO for eight years, then president and CEO until 2014, at which point he moved to his present position as general counsel. In addition, Mr. Murphy served as producer for the Washington Auto Show from 1995 until 2014. He served on the board of directors for the Metropolitan Washington Better Business Bureau, Washington Workforce Investment Council and Auto Trade Association Executives, rising to chairman of all three organizations.

As a member of the Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity, American Bar Association, the DC Bar Association, the Small Business Legislative Council and Rotary, Mr. Murphy has won many awards throughout his career. He earned the Distinguished Service Award through SBLC, a Silver Medal from Boys/Girls Clubs America and was named Auto Trade Association Executive of the Year by Northwood University. He also had the honor of being recognized by the Who's Who in America, Who's Who in the East, Who's Who in the World, and Who's Who in Finance and Business publications.

During his spare time, Mr. Murphy enjoys giving back to the community through a number of organizations, including Washington Regional Alcohol Program for sober driving and the Montgomery County (Md.) Students Auto Trades Foundation, each of which he co-founded and chaired. In the coming years, he intends to experience the continued growth and success of his career.

To learn more about the Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association, please visit http://www.wanada.org/.

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