GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – In a nod to the legacy that Packers President/CEO left in Titletown, Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich has proclaimed Friday, July 25, as Mark Murphy Day.
Mayor Genrich announced the proclamation in a release Friday morning, while extending his thanks and admiration to Mark Murphy on the day he is set to retire from his role.
“Murphy’s leadership since 2008 has elevated the Packers organization and brought lasting positive influence to the City, region, and state,” Mayor Genrich stated.
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“First and foremost, Mark has been a truly decent, humble, and thoughtful leader of the Green Bay Packers,” Mayor Genrich went on to say. “He’s guided our beloved franchise throughout his tenure with winning football as his priority and demonstrated care and appreciation for the people who make up the team’s fanbase and the Green Bay community.”
Murphy’s legacy spanned far beyond the Frozen Tundra and has left a lasting legacy within the Green Bay community. Paired with the Packers’ success on the field through Murphy’s leadership, Murphy also championed the team’s community development of Titletown, partnered with the Community Foundation to create Give Big Green Bay, and was instrumental in bringing the NFL Draft to the City of Green Bay.
Both the Ray Nitschke and Bart Starr bridges will be lit in green and gold on Friday to celebrate Murphy’s legacy.
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To honor Murphy’s career and to personally thank him, Mayor Genrich presented Murphy with a Key to the City and offered the following proclamation:
WHEREAS, Mark Murphy has served as President and CEO of the Green Bay Packers for seventeen years, demonstrating exemplary leadership, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to excellence; and
WHEREAS, under Murphy’s tenure, the Packers have made eleven playoff appearances, secured a Super Bowl championship, and consistently ranked among the NFL’s best organizations for fan experience; and
WHEREAS, Mark spearheaded transformative community initiatives—such as the creation of Titletown, the establishment of the Give Big Green Bay campaign in partnership with the Community Foundation, and played a central role in securing the NFL Draft for the City of Green Bay—all of which have enriched the quality of life for residents and elevated our regional profile; and
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WHEREAS, the residents of the City appreciate Murphy’s humility, decency, and thoughtful leadership, his respect for players, staff, and fans, and his commitment to winning the right way—with character and community as guiding principles; and
WHEREAS, as a token of the City’s gratitude and recognition of Mark’s tireless service and lasting legacy, Mayor Genrich will, on July 25, 2025, cause the Nitschke Bridge and the Starr Bridge to be lit in Packers green and gold;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Eric Genrich, Mayor of the City of Green Bay, Wisconsin, do hereby proclaim July 25, 2025, as “MARK MURPHY DAY” in the City of Green Bay; and further proclaim that a Key to the City be presented to Mark Murphy on this date, in celebration of his invaluable contributions to our team and our community.
From Cheeseheads throughout Wisconsin and all across the world, we wish Mark Murphy nothing but the best in his retirement.
