Murray when he won the 40 Under Forty award in 2002

Timothy Murray, president and CEO of the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce

At the Worcester Public Library, Sydney Elisa Vongphakdy reads to WBJ 40 Under Forty 20th anniversary honorees 2019 winner Steven C. Meyer, Ed.D., 2019 winner Sonia Sharma, 2002 alumni Timothy P. Murray and 2019 winner Gilmarie Antoniette Vongphakdy.

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Timothy P. Murray

Then: Worcester City Councilor and attorney for Tattan, Leonard & Murray, Worcester

Now: President & CEO at The Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce

Murray has been at the center of the Greater Worcester economy for nearly two decades. Shortly after he was selected at a 40 Under Forty, Murray became mayor of Worcester, where he spearheaded the CitySquare project, which became the largest redevelopment effort in the city’s modern history. From the mayor’s office Murray made the leap to Massachusett lieutenant governor, joining then Gov. Deval Patrick in leading the commonwealth. In 2013, Murray returned home to lead the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce, where he has been the region’s foremost business advocate. He was a key figure in convincing Cliff Rucker to found the minor league hockey team Worcester Railers in the city and in the talks leading to the Pawtucket Red Sox agreeing to move the team to Worcester for the 2021 season, with the construction of the $101-million ballpark inside an overall $240-million redevelopment of the Canal District. – Profile by Zachary Comeau

Your proudest accomplishment? Our two daughters

What did 40 Under Forty mean to you? It was nice to be recognized for my work on the council and in the community.

What advice do you have for this year’s winners? Be a pro-active listener.