ABOUT CHILDREN'S

Ron Murphy, Co-Chair

Ron Murphy has provided social work services to children, families and communities for over 35 years. He currently is the Senior Director - Strategic Consulting for Casey Family Programs. In that position he provides leadership for statewide systems improvement strategies for Casey's partnership with the State of Washington and Nevada. He also works with other Casey partners, including the courts, legislature and non-profits, to support system wide improvements though policy and practice changes. Ron ensures that Casey's 2020 Mission is embedded in its efforts with partners.

Ron has been a member of Casey Family Programs since 1995 and has provided leadership in various roles including direct services, consultation and technical assistance. Prior to joining Casey, Ron worked for the State of Washington as a Community Services Office Administrator, Regional Administrator for the State's Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse and as a direct practitioner for the Children's Administration. He also has worked in other private non-profit organizations.

Ron graduated from the University of Washington with a Masters in Social work. He has a B.A. from Pacific Lutheran University and is a member of several professional organizations.