Lifestyle

How Michael Dennis Murphy Followed in the Footsteps of his Father from Baseball to Cars

Published

5 years ago

August 4, 2020

Tampa Florida is home to Michael Murphy and Murphy Auto Group (MAG), a combination of five automotive retail dealerships and seven ancillary and support companies. However, the present picture does not reveal the full story that led to this success.

Michael grew up with a father who brought their family out of poverty by being drafted by the Dodgers. Following a career-ending injury, Michael’s father began working for his brother’s car dealership and eventually bought his own. This is where Michael was introduced to the business of cars, though, he seriously pursued baseball till college. Once in college, he took the same road as his father and got into the auto industry. Upon finishing college, Michael helped move his father’s business forward by developing their online presence and after his father received a shocking cancer diagnosis, he became one of the youngest general managers in the nation.

Today, Mike Murphy is the CEO and president of Murphy Auto Group and anticipates immense future success. In an interview, he laid out the steps that led him to become a flourishing entrepreneur. “Step one was to be born, as my father is the founder of our original company. Step two was to fail at being a professional athlete. Step three was to surround myself with smart mentors and listen about how they made their millions and became ultra-successful”. And just as he has seen with his own family, his greatest reward is “watching somebody change their life for the better, especially when it lasts multiple generations”.

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Lifestyle

FITFCK Unveils Major App Update, Strengthening Its Position as the Go To Platform for Fitness-Focused Connections

Published

2 weeks ago

August 28, 2025

Michelle Langton

FITFCK, the fast-growing fitness dating brand, has launched a significant update to its iOS and Android apps. Introducing a suite of powerful new features designed to make connecting with like minded gym lovers simpler, smarter and more engaging.

The refreshed app experience allows users to filter matches by location, gender, fitness level and intent whether seeking a date, a relationship or a new social connection. The update now adds an interactive map to discover nearby users and upcoming events, a curated “Spotlight” section showcasing exclusive content, ad free browsing for premium members and message read receipts to keep conversations flowing.

“Our goal is to merge cutting edge tech with the active lifestyle that our community lives and breathes every day” said Founder Jamie Wykes-Hobday. “This update is about making those connections happen faster, easier and with even more relevance.”

In addition to its digital growth, FITFCK recently hosted a sold out event in collaboration with BoohooMAN Active. The event brought together hundreds of fitness enthusiasts for a high energy mix of workouts, socialising and entertainment. Further proving that FITFCK’s community thrives both online and in real life. With more themed workout meet and mingle events planned in the coming months, the brand is set to continue expanding its reach beyond the gym floor.

FITFCK’s blend of innovative app features and immersive events reflects its mission to create a space where fitness and connection go hand in hand breaking down barriers, inspiring healthy lifestyles and bringing like minded people together. A brand to watch out for now and in the future.

About FITFCK:

FITFCK bridges fitness and romance through advanced digital tools and curated in person experiences. Operated by Social Station Group Ltd and headquartered in UK, the brand connects thousands of fitness lovers nationwide.