John Murphy

John P. Murphy has a diverse work experience spanning over several decades. John P. is currently serving as a Non-Executive Director at the Social Finance Foundation, a government-established organization that provides loan funding to community organizations and social enterprises. Prior to this role, John was the Chief Executive of Speedpak Group, a social enterprise focused on transforming lives through work experience and industry-led training.

In addition to their work in the social enterprise sector, John has also played a significant role in the development of the social enterprise landscape in Ireland. John P. was a Founding Director of SERI Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland.

Before their involvement in the social enterprise sector, John worked as an Employment Services Manager at Northside Partnership Ltd. John P. also gained valuable sales experience as a Sales Executive at Bass Brewers, Tennents Ireland Ltd, and Coca Cola Bottlers.

Throughout their career, John has demonstrated a commitment to both commercial success and social impact, using their expertise to attract investment and deliver on the social missions of the organizations they have been a part of.

John P. Murphy has a diverse education history. John P. obtained a Minor Award Level 9 in Marketing and another Minor Award Level 9 in Social Enterprise & Entrepreneurship from Dublin City University in 2013-2014. John P. also completed a Masters in Management with a field of study in Education & Training from Dublin City University between 1997 and 1999. Prior to that, they pursued a BA in English and History, as well as a Higher Diploma in Education in Secondary Education and Teaching from University College Dublin. Additionally, they have obtained certifications in Sustainable Business Strategy from Harvard Business School Online and Education & Training Management from Dublin City University.