Mr. Murray trained in mechanical and plastics engineering and technology management and is a product development specialist. He also has expertise in extended-reach drilling technology and oil, gas, and geothermal good optimization. He has been the founder or co-founder of eight tech start-ups.
Mr. Murray was the Engineering Manager of Fitzroy Engineering Ltd, Technical Manager of Austoil Group, Global Product-line Manager (extended reach technologies) at Weatherford International, and Business Development Manager (NZ and PNG) for Weatherford International. Mr. Murray was engaged in assessing oil and gas properties and making recommendations as to the investment Vice President of Stealth Oil & Gas, Houston a wholly-owned subsidiary of Weatherford International.