James Murphy
About James Murphy
James Murphy is a Strategic Account Manager with extensive experience in sales and account management across various industries. He has held positions at notable companies including Palo Alto Networks, Teleport, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and he holds a Bachelor's degree in Sport and Entertainment Management from the University of South Carolina.
Current Role at Island
James Murphy serves as a Strategic Account Manager at Island, a position he has held since 2024. His role is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and operates in a remote capacity. In this position, he is responsible for managing key accounts and developing strategic relationships to enhance the company's market presence.
Previous Experience at Teleport
James Murphy has extensive experience at Teleport, where he held multiple roles. He served as the Director of Mid-Market Sales from 2021 to 2022, overseeing sales strategies for mid-market clients. Following this, he worked as the Regional Director of Enterprise Sales West from 2022 to 2023, focusing on enterprise-level sales initiatives.
Experience at Palo Alto Networks
Before joining Teleport, James worked at Palo Alto Networks as an Enterprise Public Cloud Account Executive for Prisma Cloud from 2018 to 2019. During his tenure, he focused on public cloud solutions, contributing to the company's growth in that sector.
Educational Background
James Murphy earned a Bachelor's degree in Sport and Entertainment Management from the University of South Carolina. He studied there from 2010 to 2014, gaining foundational knowledge that supports his career in account management and sales.
Diverse Work History
James has a diverse work history that includes various roles across different industries. He worked as an Account Executive for the Sacramento Kings and held positions at Monumental Sports & Entertainment and Cleanevent during the London 2012 Olympic Games. His early career also included roles in food and beverage service and as a camp counselor.