Gerald Murphy has over 30 years of experience in the low voltage communications and life safety systems industry. He graduated from Purdue University in 1982 with an AAS-EET and has since obtained numerous industry certifications. Murphy has held leadership roles such as Director of Engineering, Service Manager, Consulting Engineer, Director of Sales and Marketing, and currently serves as VP of Operating Partner at Electrical Equipment Company. Throughout his career, Murphy has overseen the installation and service of communication systems for notable projects including Lucas Oil Stadium, Eli Lilly facilities, and Indianapolis International Airport.

1. Gerald Murphy, C.E.T.
Scholastic History:
December 1982: Graduated from Purdue University, AAS-EET.
Continuing Education & Certifications:
Arizona State University: Fiber Optic Technical Training
Purdue University: Local Area Network Technology
NICET: Level 1 Audio Visual Communications
NICET: Level 1 Special Hazards & Suppression Systems
NICET: Level 3 Fire Alarm System Technology
Michigan State Fire Marshal’s Office: Certified Inspector & Code Consultant
Commonwealth of Kentucky: Certified Inspector & Code Consultant
Manufacturer’s Training:
Educational Products: Bogen, GE / DuKane, Rauland, Safari Montage
Fire Alarm Systems: EST, Notifier, Siemens
Nurse Call Systems: GE / DuKane, Jeron
Pro Audio Visual: BiAmp, Crestron, EVI, IED, Peavey, Yamaha
Security & CCTV: AD, GE, Hirsch Electronics, ONSSI, Panasonic, Vicon
Video Distribution: Blonder Tongue, Panduit
Professional History:
Winona Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana
March 1982: Building Systems Technician involved in the inspection, maintenance, repair and service of
hospital communication and life safety systems.
Electrical Systems Company, dba ESCo Communications, Indianapolis, Indiana
April 1984: Field Technician involved in the installation, repair and service of low voltage
communications devices and systems. Eventually, becoming IBEW Senior Level with supervisory
responsibilities.
1988: Project Manager involved in the construction process from infancy to project closeout of low
voltage communications systems on new and remodel facilities.
1992: Director of Engineering involved in the development and management of auto-cad and drafting
services, submittal and literature services, technical support, field installation and engineered systems
drawings.
1993: Service Manager / Director of Engineering assumed added responsibility of field technicians and
customer support.
1996: Consulting Engineer responsible for management of project work related to four Eli Lilly facilities
throughout Indiana. Managed installation, on-site service, technical support and sales efforts for a
multi-million dollar account.

2. 1997: L.L.C. Partner, Investor and Sales Engineer involved in the start-up of an out-of-state branch office
dba Delta Innovations, ESCo Ohio.
1998: Director of Commercial Sales and Estimating responsible for the management of the estimating
department and commercial sales for corporate and three branch offices dba Encompass Network
Solutions, ESCo Communications.
Electrical Equipment Company, Indianapolis, Indiana
July 2001 – April 2008: Director, Sales & Marketing in-charge of all sales and estimating efforts
averaging $4 Million annually in sales during my tenure. Electrical Equipment Co. was one of the
premier privately held full-line communications and systems contracting firms in the Indianapolis
market.
Fairchild Communications Systems, Indianapolis, Indiana
April 2008 – September 2011: Director, Corporate Sales in-charge of large contract sales for corporate
and three branch offices. Average corporate revenue was $10 Million annually. Fairchild
Communications had become a premier privately held full-line communications integrator in the Indiana
local five state area during my tenure.
Electrical Equipment Company, Indianapolis, Indiana
September 2011 – Current: VP, Operating Partner in-charge of business development. As a member of
a new management team, our goal is to provide fresh culture and carry this organization through to its
100th anniversary.
Notable Career Projects:
Lucas Oil Stadium
Conseco Field House
RCA Dome & Convention Center
Eli Lilly & Company
Purdue University
Ball State University
Community Hospitals of Indiana
Indianapolis International Airport
Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis Repertory Theater
Remodel FedEx Indianapolis Hub Expansion
INDOT Traffic Management Headquarters
Papa John’s Stadium, Louisville KY
Wishard Hospital – New Facility