Military Leadership Expert & Combat Veteran; Former Under Secretary of the Army; Emmy Award-Winning Producer; Author of "Taking the Hill"; Executive Director at Hilco Global

Bristol, PA, USA
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Patrick J. Murphy Biography

Patrick J. Murphy is a combat veteran, attorney, statesman, and entrepreneur recognized for his leadership among the 9/11 Generation. Murphy joined the Army at age 19, earning his commission as a second lieutenant, and later served in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General's Corps as a criminal prosecutor and as an assistant professor in the Department of Law at the United States Military Academy at West Point. He also served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and completed two overseas deployments in Tuzla, Bosnia, and Baghdad, Iraq. His military service earned him the Bronze Star and shaped his career in public service.

Murphy was the first veteran of the Iraq War elected to the United States House of Representatives, representing Pennsylvania's 8th congressional district. He served on the Armed Services, Select Intelligence, and Appropriations committees, overseeing the federal budget. Murphy co-authored several veterans' initiatives, including the 21st Century GI Bill, the repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell, and Hire Our Heroes legislation, focusing on military policy, veterans' affairs, and national security.

Murphy was appointed and confirmed as the 32nd Under Secretary of the Army, where he led the management and operation of the Army, one of the nation's largest employers. He also served as Acting Secretary of the Army. His leadership expanded the Soldier for Life initiative, developed public-private partnerships, and contributed to Army recruitment efforts.

In media and academia, Murphy founded Taking the Hill LLC, a strategic engagement and film production company specializing in military and veteran projects. His television and film credits include "Warrior Class," "Cherry," "Thank You For Your Service," and "Side by Side." Murphy earned an Emmy Award for the docuseries "Side by Side: Celebration of Service." He is also the author of the book "Taking the Hill."

Murphy serves as executive director of Hilco Global's Geopolitical Unit and as a lecturer at the Wharton School of Business, focusing on leadership, innovation, and policy. He holds the position of Distinguished Chair of Innovation at the United States Military Academy at West Point and serves on several public boards, including BAE Systems and Cerner Federal. As a Wharton lecturer, Murphy advises companies such as Comcast, Nike, and Oracle on employee recruitment and retention, drawing on his experience with Army recruitment. His background in military leadership, legislative achievement, and entrepreneurship informs his work in leadership development, public policy, and innovation.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

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