Morgan Murphy, Mpp Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

As Events Manager, I plan, promote and execute MPC events, including roundtables, panel discussions, community meetings/workshops, tours, fundraising engagements, and leadership circle events. By bringing together diverse stakeholders and audiences to share, learn, and build relationships, I contribute to the larger MPC mission of driving a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous metropolitan area.

Chicago, Illinois

As International Program Manager at Chicago Sister Cities International, I fostered connections between Chicago and its 29 international sister cities through citizen diplomacy. I gained firsthand knowledge in city-based initiatives related to business, culture, education, art, and sports. I managed committees of diverse volunteers, developed grant-funded projects with external and internal partners, planned in-person and virtual events, and created a strategic social media plan… Show more As International Program Manager at Chicago Sister Cities International, I fostered connections between Chicago and its 29 international sister cities through citizen diplomacy. I gained firsthand knowledge in city-based initiatives related to business, culture, education, art, and sports. I managed committees of diverse volunteers, developed grant-funded projects with external and internal partners, planned in-person and virtual events, and created a strategic social media plan. Achievements Include:• Planned & executed international diplomatic visits & intercultural events for 10-250 people • Drafted, edited & designed external & internal organization communications, including written, visual & video content for website, newsletter & all social media platforms • Managed the $25,000 grant-funded O’Hare Art Restoration Project, including the project plan, tracking document, communications needs & call for proposals • Managed the budgets & finances of 8 city committees, totaling over $43,000 • Headed the New Membership Project to create a strategic process and all needed communications for recruiting, engaging & tracking 25+ new membership applications Show less

Sofia, Bulgaria & Chicago, Usa

As Program Manager and Event Coordinator with the Bread Houses Network social enterprise, I connected with social impact organizations in the US in order to share BHN's model of social change. I trained was developed in Bulgaria and has been utilized in 50+ countries. I joined the Bread Houses Network to contribute to a shared mission of community development, social inclusion, dignified economic opportunity, civic participation, and cultural integrity. Achievements Include:•… Show more As Program Manager and Event Coordinator with the Bread Houses Network social enterprise, I connected with social impact organizations in the US in order to share BHN's model of social change. I trained was developed in Bulgaria and has been utilized in 50+ countries. I joined the Bread Houses Network to contribute to a shared mission of community development, social inclusion, dignified economic opportunity, civic participation, and cultural integrity. Achievements Include:• Organized & led 5 workshop events to foster community building, joint learning & local collective action between 50+ diverse community actors • Participated in 3 US social change conferences & grew the BHN network by 200+ members • Led 3 training workshops for local leaders about using collaborative bread-making for social change, inclusion & civic participation Show less

Sofia, Bulgaria

As Project Development and Communications Intern for the Bread Houses Network social enterprise, I collaborated with a small international team and independently produced deliverables. I participated in community-building workshops, bringing diverse groups together to foster connection, dialogue, and inspiration. The workshop populations included refugees, lifelong community members, children of many ages, the blind, and tourists. Achievements Include:• Researched & developed 3… Show more As Project Development and Communications Intern for the Bread Houses Network social enterprise, I collaborated with a small international team and independently produced deliverables. I participated in community-building workshops, bringing diverse groups together to foster connection, dialogue, and inspiration. The workshop populations included refugees, lifelong community members, children of many ages, the blind, and tourists. Achievements Include:• Researched & developed 3 social inclusion projects, including creation of plan, timeline & identifying & building relationships with potential partners • Designed 4 infographics for grant applications, stakeholders, community workshops & website, including: 1) the training materials for a three-day Social Enterprise Training Workshop 2) the European Bread Route (a tourism network linking bread-related social impact partners) and 3) the Global Bread Route (an extension of the European Bread Route) 4) flyers in English and Bulgarian for community-building events• Painted 3 murals to inform the community about the social enterprise model and the lifecycle of bread• Translated between Bulgarian & English for internal and external communications Show less

Petoskey, Michigan

As a Creative Entrepreneur, I developed an artisanal cheese business from an idea to a reality. Together with the owner, I renovated the secured space, developed the company branding, and ordered stock from international sellers. I also executed daily operations, ranging from customer service and sales, to building partnerships with local organizations. I trained and managed 3 employees and interacted with thousands of diverse customers. Achievements Include:• Managed daily… Show more As a Creative Entrepreneur, I developed an artisanal cheese business from an idea to a reality. Together with the owner, I renovated the secured space, developed the company branding, and ordered stock from international sellers. I also executed daily operations, ranging from customer service and sales, to building partnerships with local organizations. I trained and managed 3 employees and interacted with thousands of diverse customers. Achievements Include:• Managed daily operations of a small business• Built community partnerships with 20+ local businesses, organizations & schools • Developed company branding & generated communications needs, including impact-driven social media strategy & content Show less

Pleven, Bulgaria

As a Fulbright Grant Recipient and English Teacher, I planned and instructed English lessons at a Bulgarian high school. I independently presented and moderated interdisciplinary 25 classes weekly for 350 students. I started an Informal English Art Club and a Debate Team in order to bring youth together in innovative ways to practice speaking and engage with intercultural dialogue outside of the classroom. I conducted preliminary research on local community organizing, which informed my… Show more As a Fulbright Grant Recipient and English Teacher, I planned and instructed English lessons at a Bulgarian high school. I independently presented and moderated interdisciplinary 25 classes weekly for 350 students. I started an Informal English Art Club and a Debate Team in order to bring youth together in innovative ways to practice speaking and engage with intercultural dialogue outside of the classroom. I conducted preliminary research on local community organizing, which informed my master's thesis. Achievements Include:• Planned & instructed 25 English lessons per week to 350 low-income high-school students • Coached & mobilized 2 extracurricular groups of 12 youth toward shared goals & success • Conducted qualitative research & analysis on 15 community social development institutions • Planned 2 fundraising events for debate team travel expenses, totaling approximately $3,000 • Built community partnerships with 50+ local actors in education, arts, sports & politics• Organized and led weekly team meetings, practices & team-buildings Show less

Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria

I took on the role of high-school teacher, camp counselor, event coordinator, and mentor during a summer program at AUBG in order to gain further experience in international education, youth issues & development, and multicultural exchange. I was accountable for:◆ preparing and teaching Career Orientation courses to 3 separate groups of 25 international high-school students, primarily from Eastern Europe and Eurasia◆ classroom management and lesson planning that respected… Show more I took on the role of high-school teacher, camp counselor, event coordinator, and mentor during a summer program at AUBG in order to gain further experience in international education, youth issues & development, and multicultural exchange. I was accountable for:◆ preparing and teaching Career Orientation courses to 3 separate groups of 25 international high-school students, primarily from Eastern Europe and Eurasia◆ classroom management and lesson planning that respected differences in age, culture & language abilities◆ planning and leading 'extracurricular' classes in yoga, soccer, art, and debate on a weekly basis◆ collaborating with my 7 international colleagues to plan group activities, arrange weekly schedules for the participants, and address shared and individual concernsI was additionally solely responsible for a group of twenty students as their counselor and chaperone, which required:◆ addressing any medical mishaps and discipline concerns◆ planning, organizing, and chaperoning weekly day-trips to nearby tourist sites◆ providing emotional support when necessary◆ mitigating internal conflict between students Show less

San Roques, Spain

During my experience with ACCEM, I gained insight into the organization of nongovernmental organizations within the fields of public policy, social policy, human rights, development, social integration, labor, youth work, the experience of the Roma, and infant care. The internship required daily engagement in Spanish with the practical aspects of immigration and social policy from both the national and EU levels. This experience informed my interest and dedication to studying and working in… Show more During my experience with ACCEM, I gained insight into the organization of nongovernmental organizations within the fields of public policy, social policy, human rights, development, social integration, labor, youth work, the experience of the Roma, and infant care. The internship required daily engagement in Spanish with the practical aspects of immigration and social policy from both the national and EU levels. This experience informed my interest and dedication to studying and working in sustainable social development, specifically in the (Eastern) European context. I worked alongside, under, and for individuals from diverse geographical, socioeconomic, religious, and linguistic backgrounds.With the team of international colleagues, I was responsible for:◆ shadowing each of the main sectors (legal integration, housing, children's after school care, infant care, community outreach, language learning, and cultural integration)◆ providing administrative, interpersonal, and organizational support◆ daily engagement with infant, adolescent, and adult clients◆ assisting with administrative tasks, like completing formal requests for documentation of health cards, residency, and school employment◆ planning and implementing lessons for youth after-school programs (approximately 12 children, aged 5-16 of diverse ethnic, religious, and linguistic backgrounds) using limited resources Show less

East Lansing, Michigan

I joined the MSU Greenline team in order to raise funds from alumni for the university. I was responsible for cold-calling MSU alumni, building rapport, and asking them to pledge to the university. I raised over $2,000 for MSU scholarship programs.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Public Policy

Two-year international & bilingual master's degree in Public Policy Specialization: Political Economy & Development Thesis.

Erasmus Mundus Mapp Student, Public Policy, Master

Second year of the Erasmus Mundus Master in Public Policy program. Coursework had an emphasis on governance, institutions, and policy.

Master’S Degree, Public Policy

Activities and Societies: Art Club President; Women's Soccer Team Captain First year of two-year Erasmus Mundus Master in Public Policy.

Bachelor’S Degree, International Relations And Affairs

Activities and Societies: First Year Mentor, National Honor Society of Collegiate Scholars, Dean's List 7/8 Semesters Capstone Paper.

Bachelor’S Degree, Comparative Cultures And Politics (Honors)

Activities and Societies: Volunteer Chairperson for High School Model United Nations, Deans List 7/8 Semesters -James Madison College.