Murphy Luncheon

Offering up a mix of business and football, UNT's 11th annual Murphy Center for Entrepreneurship's Leadership Luncheon celebrated the achievements of business strategist Karen Hughes and Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.

Hughes, global vice chair of Burson-Marsteller and former communications director for former President George W. Bush, delivered the keynote address. She served as U.S. Undersecretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs from 2005 to 2007.

Jones was presented with the center's 2012 Murphy Award for Lifetime Achievement in Entrepreneurship for his leadership in business and his philanthropy work. He has raised more than $1 billion for the Salvation Army.

Luncheon proceeds are used to support the center and student scholarships.

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