Stephen Murphy
About Stephen Murphy
Stephen Murphy is an Account Executive based in San Diego County, California, with a background in sales and business development. He has demonstrated strong skills in lead generation and client relationship management, achieving 135% of his sales target in Q3 2023.
Current Role at AppStar Financial
Stephen Murphy currently serves as an Account Executive at AppStar Financial, a position he has held since 2023 in San Diego County, California. In this role, he is responsible for managing client accounts and providing technical support. He ensures that accounts are well managed and assists clients in understanding credit card processing, helping them achieve lower rates. Stephen has demonstrated strong performance, achieving 135% of his sales target in the third quarter of 2023.
Previous Experience at Whova
Before his current role, Stephen worked at Whova as a Sales Development Representative for four months in 2022. During this time, he focused on lead generation and client outreach, contributing to the company's sales efforts. His experience at Whova provided him with valuable skills in pipeline management and client relationship building.
Experience at AppStar as Business Development Representative
Stephen also worked at AppStar Financial as a Business Development Representative from 2022 to 2023 for eight months. In this capacity, he was involved in expanding the company’s client base and enhancing customer relationships. His contributions during this period laid the groundwork for his current role as an Account Executive.
Educational Background
Stephen Murphy studied at Mesa Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts degree in Journalism from 2018 to 2020. He furthered his education at San Diego State University, achieving a Bachelor's degree in Journalism/Advertising from 2020 to 2022. He completed his high school education at Malibu High School, graduating with a High School Diploma in 2018.
Skills and Personal Interests
Stephen possesses strong skills in lead generation, pipeline management, and client relationship building. He is known for his excellent customer service and responsiveness, often praised for making transitions between service providers seamless. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys surfing, playing golf, and engaging in fitness activities during his free time.