The event will take place on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, at FedExForum on what would have been Smith's 81st birthday.

FedEx founder Fred Smith was a complex character with numerous interests. Here's a look at some perhaps under-reported aspects of his life.

FedEx founder Fred Smith, whose express shipping company set the standard for absolutely, positively overnight delivery, has died.

Fred Smith, who transformed the parcel shipping industry by risking his family’s fortune to found FedEx Corp. in 1971, has died. He was 80.

Frederick W. Smith, who revolutionized express delivery as the founder and longtime chief executive of FedEx, a company that ...

"It's difficult to put into words the tremendous loss felt by all who knew Frederick W. Smith," FedEx CEO and President Raj Subramaniam said.

Fred Smith's family tells The Commercial Appeal the FedEx founder was "the most incredible and loving father and grandfather" ...

It's hard to imagine a Memphis household that wasn't affected in some way, large (employment) or small (the Grizzlies), by FedEx founder Fred Smith.

Memphis is mourning the loss of FedEx founder Fred Smith, who died at age 80. Memphis leaders and officials praised Smith's contributions to the city and global commerce. Smith's innovative vision ...

How Fred Smith boosted University of Memphis: FedEx icon 'so far ahead,' president says Fascinating facts about FedEx founder Fred Smith: From A (Alcon) to Z (Zebra) Board votes to rename Memphis ...

FedEx announced plans for a celebration of life service for their late founder, Fred Smith, on Friday. The corporation said ...

Frederick W. Smith, who revolutionized express delivery as the founder and longtime chief executive of FedEx, a company that became so ubiquitous its name gained currency as a verb, died June 21 ...