Andrew Appleton

Director of Travel, Sandboxx

Washington, D.C.

Andrew is a change agent, one of the top experts in the intersection of communication and critical pedagogy. He is a prolific speaker and the founder of several top websites for connecting revolutionary leaders to communities through reflection, choice, and action.

With over 15 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry, Andrew is an ARC certified and IATAN member. He has developed and managed projects for multiple online military travel portals, including Sandboxx Travel.

In March 1997, Andrew joined the Marine Corps serving as an enlisted helicopter crew-chief and ultimately becoming an accounting/communications officer. He later worked for a joint-task force writing classified/unclassified case summaries in conjunction with the State Department, DOJ, and other federal agencies. He was honorably discharged as a Major of Marines.

Andrew also has professional experience with web-based and mobile chat platforms. He has over 20 years combined experience in marketing, business development, sales and team leadership. His academic and on-the-job credentials include career assessment counseling, statistical analysis, and curriculum development.

Andrew is an experienced writer currently working on evidenced-based projects related to the criminal justice system and its dehumanizing effects on the incarcerated, their families, and the community.