Monie A. Ferst

Abstract

Monie Alan Ferst graduated from Georgia Tech in 1911 with a degree in M.E. He founded Scripto, Inc., and retired as chairman of the board. He also served as chairman of the board of M.A. Ferst Ltd. and Southern Graphite Company, and was a director of Fulton National Bank. A plaque in the Georgia Tech Library reads, "Monie Alan Ferst, 1891-1965. Eminent engineer, industrialist and philanthropist .. Unwavering patron of research and its application to medicine and modern industry .. Outstanding supporter of higher education .. Active participant in numerous professional associations".