NEW ORLEANS, La. – Jonathan Murray has assumed the role of Sales & Marketing / Principal, Universal Facility Services, which opened its international headquarters in New Orleans in September. Murray has more than thirteen years of experience managing large corporations that specialize in valet, parking, and maintenance services across the Greater New Orleans area.
Universal Facility Services specializes in providing eco-friendly professional cleaning, beautification, and external facility improvement. It's a division of the Canada-based Universal Group, an industry leader in traffic management and other facility related services.
"I've worked closely with Jonathan for the past five years and cannot think of a more fitting person for this new role. His passion for the industry, drive for results, and his ability to encourage and motivate those around him are leadership qualities we highly value at UFS," said Herb Anderson, chief executive officer.
Murray is a graduate of the University of New Orleans’s business management program, and a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. He's actively involved in various professional and civic associations across the region, including the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce, the Greater New Orleans Hospitality Lodging Association, Louisiana Restaurant Association, Coastal Conservation Association, and Celebration Church.
Murray's community awards and recognitions include Cambridge Who’s Who for Executives, Professionals, & Entrepreneurs; and the Patriotic Employer Award by the United States Secretary of Defense.