Andy Murphy - Cofounder/CEO, Sojourner Glamping, Inc.

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Work Background

Crimson Rock Capital LLCManaging Partner

Mar. 2020Washington DC-Baltimore AreaCo-founder of Sojourner Glamping Company and co-leading a $25 million dollar capital raise for the Sojourner Glamping Fund I, LLLP. Crimson Rock Capital and Sojourner will be developing upscale outdoor resorts across the United States.

Sojourner Glamping CompanyCo-Founder

Mar. 2020

Ecolodge Company Ghana, Ltd. (ECGL)CEO

Oct. 2013ECGL is a start up hospitality company focused on establishing high-end lodges in Ghana's National Parks and community wildlife destinations. Construction on our first lodge in Mole National Park started in February 2013, and we are aiming for a mid-2014 opening. The Zaina Lodge at Mole National Park will be a 25 room tented lodge, with each room sitting on the edge of a ridge with fantastic views of the savannah sunset and the wildlife watering holes below. Yes, you will be able to watch elephants, bush bucks, and warthogs from your room balcony, or the restaurant, or the infinity pool for that matter. ECGL builds on my community ecotourism work while I was a Peace Corps volunteer in Ghana from '98 - '01 and has been established in collaboration with the Nature Conservation Research Centre, a Ghanaian non-profit organization. Our aim is to deliver stellar service and unforgettable experiences in some of Ghana's most amazing destination, while also providing resources for conservation and community development.

Philadelphia ZooStrategic Advisor

Sep. 2018 - Apr. 2020Greater Philadelphia AreaHelped the oldest Zoo in America think through its approach to impact on education, conservation, sustainability, and community engagement.

ManyIndependent Consultant

Jan. 2014 - Sep. 2018Various, Ghana and the USI have supported a variety of organizations to develop financial models, business plans and strategies in sectors such as hospitality, agribusiness, and the non-profit community.

World Wildlife FundDeputy Director, Global Market Transformation Initiative

Aug. 2007 - Oct. 2013Washington, DCWWF's Market Transformation Initiative (MTI) focuses on mitigating the impacts of soft commodity production on some of the world's most important ecosystems. By working with producers, traders, brands, and retailers in the supply chain, the MTI aims to shift production of 15 key global commodities towards more sustainable production. In addition to being the Deputy Director of the program since August 2010, I was part of the original strategy development team for the MTI, and also played roles leading the global corporate engagement strategy and developing country strategies for key offices including China and India. From August 2012 to April 2013, I also served as the acting global lead for the MTI. In an earlier role at WWF, I also helped to establish the Water Roundtable as part of the Alliance for Water Stewardship, which aimed to created the world's first global water stewardship standard.

Hospitality Ventures - NetherlandsEcolodge Feasibility Consultant-Ghana

May. 2006 - Sep. 2006Mole National Park, GhanaLed a study to assess the feasibility of establishing a small lodge in Mole National Park.

Eastern Mountain SportsCSR/Marketing Consultant

Jul. 2006 - Aug. 2006Peterborough, New Hampshire

National Park ServiceBusiness Plan Consultant

Jun. 2005 - Aug. 2005Valley Forge National Park, PennsylvaniaAs part of a 3 person team, developed a business plan for Valley Forge National Park in collaboration with the management and staff of the Park. The plan aimed to help the park better manage its costs, improve its offerings to visitors, and identify new undeveloped sources of revenue.

Nature Conservation Research CenterNorthern Coordinator

Jan. 2002 - May. 2004Bolgatanga, GhanaLaunched and managed the operations of a non-profit conservation organization in Northern Ghana -Led the Community-Based Ecotourism Project -Managed a team of 8 full-time staff, 5 Peace Corps Volunteers, and 6 community committees. -Launched three new community-based ecotourism enterprises. -Developed several projects as an independent consultant: 1) Northern Traditional Leadership Initiative (NORTRAD) on behalf of the Danish Agency for International Development, and 2) Cultural Tourism project proposal for UNESCO that was presented to USAID.

U.S. Peace CorpsSmall Business Advisor

Sep. 1998 - Dec. 2001Binaba, GhanaAs a vounteer in Northern Ghana: -Worked with local entrpreneurs to develop skills & strategies -Built institutional capicty at local women's organizations -worked with local communities to develop community-based ecotourism ventures