Bill Murphy’s story is built on a simple decision he made early in life: not to just fight for survival, but to choose thriving—even after growing up in a toxic, abusive home. That choice became the foundation for everything that followed: a career defined by consistency under pressure, a life built on discipline, and a message that helps leaders perform when circumstances are far from ideal.

Professionally, Bill is a nationally known mortgage originator and leader with 28 years as a top producer. He has closed over $1.5 billion in career loan volume while leading and coaching others to perform at their highest levels. He currently serves as Branch Manager of Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation’s Auburn, Massachusetts branch and is a top-rated performance coach and real estate investor, working closely with real estate professionals through shifting rates, changing markets, and the daily realities of a high-stakes industry.

Outside of business, Bill lives what he teaches. He’s completed 25 marathons (including one on crutches), ultramarathons, and is a 7x Ironman finisher. He also completed The Great World Race (7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days) and the Kokoro 65 challenge—a 50-hour crucible modeled after U.S. Navy SEAL Hell Week for civilians. Add to that a Krav Maga 2nd degree black belt and summiting Mount Kilimanjaro, and it’s clear: Bill doesn’t talk about resilience—he trains it.

Bill’s book, Thriving in the Storm, earned spots on the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble bestseller lists and continues to help readers pivot from paralysis, hopelessness, and settling into decisive action through life’s challenges.

As a bestselling author and keynote speaker, Bill is committed to helping people create real, lasting change by choosing thriving over settling for survival. He believes you don’t need perfect circumstances, special talent, or an ideal foundation to build a life and career that defy the odds—you need the willingness to make the next right decision, and the discipline to keep making it.

Bill is also deeply committed to service. He has raised over $1 million for the Make-A-Wish Foundation through his endurance efforts and personal giving, and he supports additional charities as well. He has been recognized as a Wish Champion. Bill is the founder of Thriving in the Storm, a mental health–focused nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals build resilience and create lasting change.

Known for his fun, high-energy, and direct style, Bill is the rare speaker who can make a room laugh, think, and take action—without the fluff. When he’s not working or speaking, you’ll find him training for his next race, cold plunging, enjoying red-light therapy, or getting his family to train alongside him.