Capabilities, Inc. Hires New Chief Operating Officer

Capabilities Inc., a Member of the Alliance for Empowerment Network, welcomes Michael Murphy as Chief Operating Officer.

Michael Murphy is a distinguished leader in the field of human services, workforce development, and organizational management.

With more than twenty years of progressively responsible experience, Mr. Murphy has demonstrated sustained excellence in guiding complex program portfolios requiring significant regulatory oversight.

He is recognized for developing and implementing culturally responsive service models that strengthen economic mobility, promote community inclusion, and enhance organizational effectiveness.

His background includes extensive work within publicly funded systems, including programs aligned with The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH), providing an understanding of regulatory expectations, service standards, and long-term planning across these critical state-funded frameworks.

Mr. Murphy will bring to Capabilities Inc. a breadth of expertise including comprehensive financial oversight, compliance management, policy alignment, and the establishment of scalable administrative infrastructures.

About Capabilities Inc.

Established in 1956, Capabilities is celebrating 70 years of serving the Chemung County area in 2026. Capabilities operates as a not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) organization with a mission to assist persons with disabilities reach their career and educational goals through their values of inclusion, empowerment, and community.

For more information, please visit www.capabilities.org.