| Peter Murphy |
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My first association
with the Andes Group in 1973 came about from a decision to join a Spanish
Language Program. I had long had an interest in visiting Spain and South
America as a tourist and this gave me my first opportunity to meet Spanish
speakers on a personal basis.
In getting to know something about the culture and business of Chile in particular, I saw the potential and desirability of closer economic and political links between Australia and the Latin American countries. At that time the Andes Group was providing advice to South American business people resident in Perth on establishing themselves in the leather industry. I was able to suggest a variety of contacts and find information which prove useful in the exercise. Difficulty in understanding another language of course means that many migrating to this country remain cut off from the larger community. Australia misses the opportunity to benefit from cultural interchange. This can only be reversed if a conscious effort is made to develop closer ties between the peoples. Australians have much to learn from the experience of Latin American countries in business and politics and the Andes Group can be a rewarding starting point. |
| Group Responsibilities |
As secretary I am available to give ongoing assistance and advice on issues and projects where required. This includes representing the Group at community meetings with other Committee Members or alone where necessary. |
| Interests and Qualifications | With an initial Science
Degree in Chemistry I developed an interest in business studies and received
a second Degree at the University of Western Australia majoring in Economics.
At a later stage the qualification Master of Business Administration was
obtained.
Now retired I maintain my interest in Economics and Business. I am also now able to devote time to general reading, the theatre, art appreciation and films. |
| Services Offered | Drawing on more that 30 years experience in Australian Industry and 12 years with a Federal Government instrumentality in Industry Liaison I have developed a wide range of contacts in industry, businesses and the professions. This experience can be made available when requested by arrangement with the Group. |
| Contact Address | For more details go to the
the Andes Group Network by clicking on the highlighted
text.
I can also be contacted at my e-mail address pmurphy90@hotmail.com. |
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Updated on: 4 of September, 1998 |
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