For as long as he could remember, Murray loved ideas. Whether it was business, history, or the philosophy behind how we evolved as a society, Murray found pleasure in learning, building, and sharing knowledge. “I carry a book with me everywhere,” he said with a smile. His current read? A deep dive into sociology and philosophy called ‘The History of Ideas’, “It traces how we got to where we are today over the last two centuries. I really enjoy that sort of thing.”
Born in Australia and the eldest of two siblings, Murray spent his life working in the communications and marketing world. He had a strong passion for understanding how people think, what they value, and how great ideas can become successful products. “My career started in advertising, and then I moved into marketing,” he explained. “Eventually, I became a Marketing Director and even co-founded an advertising agency with two partners. We ended up having more than 150 clients, both in Australia and overseas”.
Later in his career, Murray joined Zip Industries. There, he helped bring a rather clever Australian invention to the world: the Zip Tap, which dispenses boiling and/or chilled water instantly. Under his leadership in product marketing, Zip Industries sold their tap systems and plumbing accessories to over 60 countries.
Though Murray’s work kept him busy, he remained a lifelong learner. Business history is one of his favourite topics. He also has an interest in design and marketing books, reflecting on the creative edge that no doubt helped him throughout his career.
Murray’s interests were extended to computer studies and working with technology. These days, however, he chooses to keep things a little simpler. “I haven’t got a computer here. I don’t want to overload my brain with more content,” he said with a laugh.
