Steve Murphy
About Steve Murphy
Steve Murphy is the CEO of Epicor Software, with over 20 years of leadership experience in the tech industry, and a background in engineering and business administration.
CEO of Epicor Software
Steve Murphy has held the position of CEO at Epicor Software since October 2017. Under his leadership, the company has surpassed the $1 billion Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) mark. Epicor, located in Austin, TX, has seen significant growth and innovation, particularly through customer-centric approaches and the application of AI technologies. During his tenure, the company has also engaged in community initiatives, including sponsoring the Health Alliance for Austin Musician’s (HAAM) Corporate Battle of the Bands.
Previous Positions at OpenText and Oracle
Before joining Epicor Software, Steve Murphy served as President at OpenText from 2016 to 2017 in the San Mateo, California area. At OpenText, he led the integration of four major acquisitions. Prior to that, he held various roles at Oracle from 2004 to 2015, including Senior Vice President of Sales and Services, Group Vice President of Sales, and Vice President of the North America Services Practice. These roles were primarily based in Redwood Shores, CA.
Education and Expertise
Steve Murphy earned his MBA from Harvard Business School, specializing in Accounting and Finance, from 1996 to 1998. Before that, he studied at the University of California, Davis, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Thermodynamics from 1987 to 1991. This educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in both the technical and financial aspects of business management.
Career Beginnings and Early Roles
Steve Murphy started his career at Procter & Gamble as an Operations Manager and Senior Process Engineer from 1991 to 1996 in the Sacramento, California area. He then worked as a Senior Consultant at Accenture from 1998 to 2000 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He later held positions at Manugistics as Group Vice President of Sales and Services from 2000 to 2004.
Community Involvement and Recognitions
Murphy volunteers alongside Epicor employees at the Central Texas Food Bank. Additionally, he was recognized as a 'Pro to Know' by Supply & Demand Chain Executive in 2018 and was a final nominee for the Austin Business Journal's 'Best CEOs of 2019.' These recognitions highlight his dedication to both professional excellence and community service.