Jim Murphy

A longtime resident of Philadelphia, Jim Murphy is a certified tour guide who does frequent in-person and online presentations on “The Amazing Success of William Penn.” A copywriter and former creative director at Devon Direct Marketing and Advertising, Jim has owned a marketing communications business since 2004 and for nine years was the editor of Choices, an award-winning magazine published by the Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union. He's been researching Philadelphia stories since 2010 and would love to speak to your group about Philadelphia's marvelous history, "Penn and Ben," and his unique fast-read book. "Real Philly History, Real Fast" took 11 years to research and write ... is filled with fascinating facts and interesting oddities most people don't yet know ... and is a perfect gift for every occasion. Jim's website is realphillyhistory.com .