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Every week, we profile one of Ireland’s corporate leaders, tracing their career to date and exploring the lessons they have learned along the way. This week, we meet Dave Murphy of PM Group

Dave Murphy, chief executive, PM Group Picture: Clare Keogh

Dave Murphy is chief executive of PM Group, a position he has held since 2011. PM Group is headquartered in Ireland, with overseas offices in Britain, Europe, the US and Asia. Established in 1973, it employs 2,200 people, 1,200 of whom are based in Ireland.

The company has plans to recruit 500 graduates over five years. Murphy joined the company in 1989. He was appointed to the main board of PM Group in ...