TESTIMONIALS

What People Say About Working With Me

Perspectives from executives, colleagues, and partners who have seen my leadership, execution, and impact firsthand.


We were fortunate to have Bryon lead our visual merchandising group through a massive transformation of our stores. We went from ugly outlet centers to inspirational showrooms during his tenure. His vision, leadership, and execution was outstanding. We would not be the company we are without associates like him.


TOM TAYLOR

Executive Chair, Floor & Decor

Previous CEO, Floor & Decor

I had the pleasure of working with Bryon for nearly a decade and watching him grow into an exceptional leader. He has a unique ability to see what a business needs, build strong teams and processes, and turn strategy into execution. Bryon is a thoughtful, practical leader who develops people, works incredibly well across an organization, and most importantly, knows how to get things done.


LISA LAUBE

President, Floor & Decor (retired)

Working alongside him elevated my own performance and showed me what's possible when leadership demands excellence across every dimension of the business. I'd recommend Bryon without hesitation to any organization looking to transform their merchandising strategy and operational performance

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    Working with Bryon Murphy was transformative for my career. Coming from a retail background, I thought I understood merchandising, but Bryon fundamentally changed how I see visual presentation and its impact on store performance. He didn't just teach me new merchandising strategies—he opened my eyes to an entirely different level of precision and intentionality in how we could use visual storytelling to drive results.


    What impressed me most was Bryon's ability to build and lead a team with exceptional quality standards. Every project executed by his team reflected a commitment to excellence and attention to detail that's rare in retail operations. Beyond the impressive visual results, what set Bryon apart was his talent for optimizing operations. He consistently found ways to drive down costs without compromising quality—a balance many talk about but few actually achieve. His approach proved that precision execution and fiscal responsibility aren't competing priorities; they reinforce each other.


    Bryon's leadership style combines high standards with genuine investment in team development. Working alongside him elevated my own performance and showed me what's possible when leadership demands excellence across every dimension of the business. I'd recommend Bryon without hesitation to any organization looking to transform their merchandising strategy and operational performance.

BRIAN KILROY

Senior Director, New Store & Visual Merchandising

Floor & Decor



PERSPECTIVES FROM INDUSTRY PARTNERS

Bryon Murphy is one of the most knowledgeable and respected retail leaders I have worked with throughout my career. Over the past 12 years, I witnessed firsthand his ability to scale a growing retail business, improve operational execution, and maintain an unwavering focus on customer experience. Bryon combines strategic vision with practical execution, earning the trust and respect of those around him. I highly recommend him to any organization seeking an experienced advisor who knows how to drive sustainable growth and deliver results.



JEFF NICKLAUS

President, J&J Companies

What always stood out to me was Bryon's ability to see the bigger picture while still understanding the details required to get results. He earns people's trust and respect, and he knows how to bring different groups together to move the business forward.

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    I had the opportunity to work closely with Bryon for several years as one of his suppliers, and I always valued the way he approached both the business and the relationship.


    Bryon is a strong operator who understands how to balance strategy with execution. He asks the right questions, makes thoughtful decisions, and understands the importance of building strong relationships with the people and partners around him. He was always professional, responsive, fair, and straightforward to work with, even when we were navigating difficult issues or competing priorities.


    What always stood out to me was Bryon’s ability to see the bigger picture while still understanding the details required to get results. He earns people’s trust and respect, and he knows how to bring different groups together to move the business forward.


    Having worked with Bryon firsthand, I would have no hesitation recommending him to an organization looking for an experienced, practical leader who understands how to scale a business, improve operations, build strong teams, and drive results. Any organization would benefit from his experience, judgment, and leadership.

TIM OTTERLEE

President, Retail Equipment Representatives

Murph always listened and considered everything. He always had "big picture" vision and foresight. I really appreciated having that type of working experience. He made us feel like our ideas were important. I will always look back with pride on what we accomplished with Bryon's leadership.

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    I had the privilege and opportunity to work with Bryon for many years. “Murph” was always focused on what needed to be done, and ways to improve all processes. He was always accessible and interested in ideas that would help any and all processes. I always could reach out to him for any ideas or concerns.


    Murph always listened and considered everything. He always had “big picture” vision and foresight. I really appreciated having that type of working experience. He made us feel like our ideas were important. I will always look back with pride on what we accomplished with Bryon’s leadership.

KEN RUGGERIO

CEO, Ruggerio Installation, LLC


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