YANG Professional Series
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Not a member of YANG? Learn more about YANG and sign-up here.Join YANG for this professional series event featuring Bill Murray Jr., President/CEO, Bill Murray Associates
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 |12 - 12:45 p.m. ET
Topic: Importance of Relationships for Your Career Within the Aftermarket
Listen in as Bill Murray Jr., president and CEO of Bill Murray Associates, as he shares invaluable insights into the relationships he's cultivated throughout his career in the aftermarket industry. Gain firsthand knowledge of his journey—from growing up in the industry to becoming the president of the company—how building effective relationships played a pivotal role at every stage of his success.Key discussion topics will include:
- Building and nurturing relationships with global industry professionals;
- Strategies for young professionals to cultivate their network and foster meaningful, long-lasting connections; and
- The role of mentorship and partnerships for career growth and success.
Cost: Free for YANG members
Registration for this event is exclusively for YANG members and mentors. Not a member of YANG? Learn more here.
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Bill Murray, Jr.
President/CEO, Bill Murray Associates
Bill Murray Jr. has dedicated his entire career to the automotive aftermarket industry, growing up in his family’s business, Bill Murray & Associates, founded by his father, Bill Murray Sr. His early career included roles at AutoZone and Beck Arnley before officially joining BMA in 1988 as a Territory Manager. He later advanced to Vice President of Sales and, in 2001, assumed leadership as President and CEO of the company.
Under Bill’s leadership, Bill Murray and Associates (BMA) has significantly expanded its reach. In 2013, BMA grew into the Southwest by acquiring Marketing & Promotion, and in 2024, it strengthened its presence on the West Coast with the purchase of Chris Kouri & Associates. BMA is now a leading manufacturer’s rep agency covering regions like the Southeast, Southwest, Rocky Mountains, and West Coast, along with major automotive retailers such as AutoZone, Advance, O’Reilly, NAPA, and Walmart. With decades of experience and dedication, Bill continues to drive BMA’s growth, foster strong relationships, and uphold its legacy in the automotive aftermarket.
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