W. Jerry Murray AIA LEED AP Executive Director

Mr. Murray began his architectural career with Msaada in 1979. Serving first in Arusha, Tanzania and then Nairobi, Kenya for a total of eight years, Jerry has been blessed with project involvement in seven different countries. After serving in the Developing World, Jerry became a Principal at RCM Architects, where he served from 1989 - 2019, ultimately as President.

With a degree emphasis in Urban Design, Mr. Murray is a planner with a unique ability to view issues in a larger context. An excellent group leader and facilitator, Jerry proves to be a valuable team member with a skill for design combined with the ability to discern complex issues into conceivable realities. Jerry is knowledgeable in the design of faith-based, educational, medical and community environments and assists clients with Master Planning and Feasibility Studies, in addition to project design and management.

In 2019, Jerry returned to his first love of architectural service in the Developing World by rejoining Msaada, first as Director of Development and now as Executive Director.

Education

University of Minnesota, Master of Architecture 1978, Urban Design Clemson University, Bachelor of Arts Pre-Architecture 1976, Cum Laude Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Associated Professional (LEED AP)

Registrations / Associations

Registered Architect in the States of Ohio, Tennessee, Indiana, Minnesota and the Republic of Tanzania (current and former registrations) National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certified American Institute of Architects Member

Project Experience

TANZANIA KENYA MADAGASCAR UGANDA INDIA