Key Takeaways

• Liam Murphy leads Wachsman as Global President, driving growth in Web3, emerging tech, and financial services since opening its first European office in 2017. 

• Before corporate communications, he advised the UK Cabinet Office and European Commission, gaining practical experience in policy and strategy.

• He started Wachsman’s Dublin office on his own, growing it to 35 people in just two years under the guidance of founder David Wachsman.

Liam Murphy serves as Global President of Wachsman, leading the firm’s charge in Web3, emerging technologies, and financial services. Since 2017, when he opened Wachsman’s first European office, he has been a driving force behind its global growth. Before moving into corporate communications, he shaped public policy as an advisor to the UK Cabinet Office and the European Commission. 

Liam studied History and Political Science at Trinity College Dublin and went on to earn a Master’s in Politics and Communication with Distinction from The London School of Economics, combining his passion for strategy, storytelling, and innovation.

A Career in Public Policy and Government Relations

Liam Murphy began his professional journey in public policy and government relations, gaining experience across the UK and Europe. He was a key lobbyist for Britain Stronger in Europe, the official campaign advocating for the UK to remain in the European Union during the 2016 Brexit referendum. This period exposed him to complex regulatory and political landscapes, laying a foundation for his later work in emerging technologies and digital assets.

Following the referendum, Murphy joined the UK Cabinet Office under Prime Minister David Cameron as a policy advisor. There, he contributed to the Government Digital Service, working on initiatives designed to help government departments adopt data-driven strategies for more effective public service delivery. His experience in shaping policy and driving change within large organizations would later inform his approach to corporate communications.

European Commission and International Experience

After his tenure in the UK government, Murphy moved to Brussels to serve as Communications Adviser to the Director of Strategy and Corporate Communication at the European Commission. In this role, he was responsible for policy development and oversight of a €25 million annual communications budget. The position gave him significant exposure to international governance, stakeholder engagement, and strategic messaging at a global scale.

Following his work in Europe, Murphy took time to travel in India, volunteering with Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata. This experience reinforced his commitment to social impact and broadened his perspective on global challenges, complementing his professional expertise in policy and communications.

Joining Wachsman and Establishing EMEA

In 2017, Murphy transitioned to the private sector by joining Wachsman, the strategic communications firm founded by David Wachsman, focused on blockchain and cryptocurrency. Hired as the company’s first European employee, he was tasked with launching Wachsman’s EMEA headquarters in Dublin. 

Starting as a solo hire in a small WeWork office, Murphy quickly scaled the operation. Within two years, the Dublin office grew to a team of 35 and moved into a 4,500 sq ft space, establishing a blueprint for Wachsman’s international expansion under David Wachsman’s leadership.

Regional Leadership and Expansion

Murphy’s success in Dublin led to his promotion in August 2021 to Managing Director, EMEA, and Global Head of Public Affairs. In this expanded role, he oversaw all operations and growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, while also shaping Wachsman’s global policy and public affairs services. Under his leadership, the firm launched its London office in April 2022, citing the city’s influence in both fintech and crypto. The expansion continued with the opening of a Geneva office and the acquisition of a Singapore-based agency, strengthening Wachsman’s global footprint.

Global Presidency and Strategic Vision

On September 18, 2025, Wachsman announced a major leadership restructuring, promoting Murphy to the newly created role of Global President. In this position, he oversees the firm’s worldwide service delivery and leads a team of over 150 employees across multiple international offices. 

Reporting directly to Founder and CEO David Wachsman, Murphy is now responsible for driving global growth, advancing the firm’s strategic initiatives, and shaping Wachsman’s leadership position in communications for Web3, emerging technologies, and financial services.

Crypto Neobanks: Shaping the Future of Finance

At Consensus Hong Kong 2026, Liam Murphy, Global President of Wachsman, led a panel on the rise of crypto “neobanks.” With his thoughtful questions and clear insights, he showed how blockchain can quietly operate in the background as a smart “back-office” layer, enabling users to enjoy faster, more efficient financial services without the complexity.

Joining Murphy were Alessio Quaglini, CEO and Co-Founder of Hex Trust, Mark Greenberg of Kraken, and Rok Kopp of EtherFi. His approachable style and deep understanding of crypto helped connect the panelists’ insights on adoption, trends, and the future of digital banking, making the discussion engaging and practical for the audience.

Liam Murphy’s Vision for Web3 Finance

Liam Murphy believes blockchain and Web3 should make finance simpler, not more complicated. Since joining in 2017, he’s helped grow the firm from a single Dublin office into a global team, opening hubs in London, Geneva, and Singapore with founder David Wachsman. He focuses on how technology can quietly run behind the scenes while keeping financial services easy and familiar for everyday users.

Final Thoughts

Liam Murphy’s journey shows how vision and action can go hand in hand. From shaping government policy to building Wachsman’s global presence, he has a knack for turning big ideas into practical results. He believes Web3 and blockchain should make life easier, not more complicated, letting technology work quietly behind the scenes while keeping financial services simple and user-friendly. With his leadership, Wachsman continues to grow, bridging innovation and real-world solutions that make a difference for people everywhere.