Last month the UVA community lost Ed McCrady, a terrific father, husband, and supporter of the University. Ed graduated from UVA’s McIntire School in 1985, where he was an accomplished student and Lawn Resident. Ed set off on a decorated career and eventually became CEO of Atlanta Storage Partners, a position he held for the last fifteen years. He always looked for ways to give back to the communities that were important to him, serving on the boards of the Lovett School and the Foundation Board of the McIntire School of Commerce. His understanding of the importance of philanthropy, and the potential impact it can have in higher education, drove him to join the Jefferson Trust. An integral part of our grant conversations, Ed was a true advocate for entrepreneurial education; his voice was critical in shaping the Trust to be a major supporter of innovative programs related to entrepreneurship. We are reminded of Ed’s love for his family, his commitment to bettering his communities, and his positive attitude while working and serving others.
His full obituary can be read here.