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Thomas Murphy (chairman) (Thomas Aquinas Murphy) was born on 10 December, 1915 in Hornell, New York, U.S., is an American businessman (1915–2006). Discover Thomas Murphy (chairman)'s Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 91 years old?

Popular As Thomas Aquinas Murphy
Occupation Manager
Age 91 years old
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born 10 December, 1915
Birthday 10 December
Birthplace Hornell, New York, U.S.
Date of death 2006
Died Place Boynton Beach, Florida, U.S.
Nationality United States

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Who Is Thomas Murphy (chairman)'s Wife?

His wife is Catherine Rita Murphy

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Thomas Murphy (chairman) Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Thomas Murphy (chairman) worth at the age of 91 years old? Thomas Murphy (chairman)’s income source is mostly from being a successful businessman. He is from United States. We have estimated Thomas Murphy (chairman)'s net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1915

Thomas Aquinas Murphy (December 10, 1915 – January 18, 2006) was former CEO of General Motors during the 1970s.

Thomas Aquinas Murphy was born on December 10, 1915, in Hornell, New York.

He attended Leo Catholic High School in Chicago, Illinois.

1938

Murphy began with GM as a clerk in the controller's office after graduating in 1938 from the University of Illinois with a B.S. in accountancy.

During World War II, Murphy served in the Navy for three years before returning to work for GM.

He moved up the ranks from controller's office, from finance executive:

1970

The impact of the oil embargo in the late 1970s hit GM hard, as well as new policy on safety and regulation.

1978

His time at GM was when the automaker was still global leader with a record of 9.55 million cars and trucks sold globally (1978).

1980

He retired from GM as chairman and chief executive in 1980.

He continued serving on GM's Board of Directors from 1980 to 1988.

GM remained profitable in the 1980s until Japanese imports began to up the production and lowered costs.

2005

In 2005, GM sold 9.17 million vehicles, the first time since 1978.

He is credited with saying "General Motors is not in the business of making cars. It is in the business of making money."

2006

Murphy died in Boynton Beach, Florida, on January 18, 2006.

He is buried at Calvary Cemetery in Queens, New York.

Murphy was married for 64 years to Catherine Rita Murphy; their union produced two daughters and a son.

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