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Eileen Murray: An American Success Story

By Patricia Harty, Editor-in-Chief
September / October 2018

September 1, 2018 by 6 Comments

Is the American Dream still attainable? Eileen Murray thinks so. She herself is a prime example that hard work, a sense of humor, and perseverance can get you there.Every inspiring story has a starting point. And Eileen Murray’s story begins in the Dyckman Housing project in Inwood, a neighborhood on the northernmost tip of Manhattan. These were not the projects of … [Read more...] about Eileen Murray: An American Success Story

First Word: Celebrate! You’ve Come a Long Way

By Patricia Harty, Editor-in-Chief
September / October 2018

September 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment

"No pessimist ever set foot on Ellis Island. No pessimist ever crossed the prairies, no pessimist ever built cities from one end of the continent to another. These things were done by people with vision and hope." – William J. Flynn ℘℘℘ This Wall Street 50 celebrates the 21st running of the list. Our honorees, from fourth-generation to Irish-born, represent a range of financial … [Read more...] about First Word: Celebrate! You’ve Come a Long Way

Roots: The Murray Clan

By Mary Gallagher, Assistant Editor
September / October 2018

September 1, 2018 by 22 Comments

The surname Murray reflects the historic ties between Ireland and Scotland, and signifies the bearer’s roots in the early kingdom of Moray. Located in the northeast of the country, with coastline on the Moray Firth, the area took its name from the native Scottish Gaelic word moireabh, meaning “seaboard settlement.” Murray’s strong base in Ireland is partially due to an influx … [Read more...] about Roots: The Murray Clan

Bridgewater Associates’ Eileen Murray to Deliver Keynote at Irish America Wall Street 50

By Irish America Staff

July 11, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Irish America Magazine will welcome Eileen K. Murray, Co-CEO of Bridgewater Associates, the world’s largest hedge fund, as keynote speaker at the 21st Irish America Wall Street 50 Awards Dinner, taking place on Wednesday, September 26th at the New York Yacht Club. Ms. Murray has over two decades of Wall Street experience, having held senior leadership roles at Morgan Stanley … [Read more...] about Bridgewater Associates’ Eileen Murray to Deliver Keynote at Irish America Wall Street 50

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