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The Canisius University Board of Trustees elected Brian M. Murphy ’95 chair of the institution’s governing body. Murphy will serve a three-year term, effective July 1. The Board of Trustees formulates and recommends policy to President Steve K. Stoute, JD.

“I am deeply honored to be elected chair of the Canisius University Board of Trustees,” says Murphy. “As an alumnus of this esteemed institution, my dedication runs deep and I am committed to leveraging that passion, along with my professional and community leadership experience, to uphold Canisius’ legacy while embracing opportunities for the future.”

Murphy is partner at Lawley LLC, a full-service, independent insurance agency founded 65 years ago in Buffalo, NY. He oversees the growth, service and operations of Lawley’s Employee Benefits division, which is comprised of more than 130 employees.

Murphy earned a marketing degree from Canisius University in 1995 and has since remained a loyal and engaged alumnus. Most notably, he served five years (2014-19) as a member of the Canisius University Board of Regents, an advisory group to the university president. Murphy is also a past member of the Richard J. Wehle School of Business Advisory Council, served as a guest speaker for the “How to Be a Great Leader” speaker series, hosted by the university’s Center for Professional Development, and is former co-chair for the institution’s Blue & Gold Gala.

Click here to read more about Brian Murphy ’95.

Submitted by: University Communications