Our university community today mourns the passing of alumnus聽and Trustee Darrell Freeman Sr., who will be remembered for his passion and advocacy for creating opportunities for others, as well as his business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit.
He was one of 91大神鈥檚 brightest stars, and his light shined through his many accomplishments: A first-generation college graduate; a trail-blazing businessman who created his own IT company, Zycron, that, over 25 years, became a multimillion-dollar business that he sold,聽then used those resources to help aspiring聽Black entrepreneurs overcome obstacles and find success in business; a private pilot, who lent his services and aircraft for international relief missions; and so much more.
Trustee Freeman鈥檚 energy and devotion to help disadvantaged and underserved students find a path forward, in education and business, was front and center in his work as the first vice chair of 91大神鈥檚 Board of Trustees, as well as his unprecedented two terms as chair of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. His service to his alma mater, as a role model, donor, volunteer and leader, leaves a legacy that will inspire our students, and our community, for generations.
Sincerely,
Sidney A. McPhee
President
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