Michael Murray, Partner

“Just as I learned from my father, I hope to teach my children that playing sports helps develop character, introduces the virtues of team spirit, and teaches humbleness in victory and optimism in defeat.”

Michael joined Persium as an advisor in 2010, specializing in exit planning for owners of closely-held businesses, tax planning, estate planning, retirement plans, and investment planning. Michael today helps lead this practice. In 2014, Michael became an equity owner. Prior to joining Persium, Michael spent over ten years in the public accounting and wealth management arena. Michael worked with a Big Four accounting firm and a regional accounting firm in Atlanta where he gained experience in financial audits of closely held businesses, ERISA benefit plan audits, and taxes. Next, Michael moved into the wealth management and financial planning arena where he worked with individuals on all of their comprehensive financial counseling needs.

Michael is a graduate of the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business where he received his Masters of Accountancy (MACC). He has earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designations.

Michael has lived in Atlanta nearly all of his life. He and his wife, Sloane, have two younger boys, John Wilson and Clayton. They currently live in Sandy Springs and are members of First Baptist Church of Roswell. He recently trained and completed a Tough Mudder challenge, an endurance obstacle course. In his spare time, Michael enjoys spending time with his boys and coaching their baseball and flag football teams, watching UGA football games, and playing golf.