Risa R. Murray

Risa R. Murray, MBA, is an experienced professional in economic development and education, currently serving as an Executive Business Consultant for Operation HOPE, where responsibilities include driving economic mobility for over 100 small businesses. Risa's prior roles encompass Chief of Staff at Choice-filled Lives Network, where event planning and vendor negotiations were key, and Program Marketing and Communications Manager at Interise, focusing on talent acquisition for national partners. Previous experience includes leadership in recruiting at STRIVE Prep and instructional roles in business education at the Ministry of Education in the UAE and Atlanta Public Schools. Risa also founded The GLOBE Academy, achieving high parent satisfaction and financial success. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Northwestern University, an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Clark Atlanta University, and a Family Medicine Certification from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.