Bringing Forward Generations of Excellence, Leadership & Community
Executive Strategist | Historic Preservation Leader | Community Impact Advocate | Speaker
Why Andrea K & Co?
At Andrea K & Co, excellence is not a service—it is a legacy. With more than three decades of leadership experience, a commitment to community impact, and a fourth-generation family heritage rooted in craftsmanship and service, Andrea brings a unique combination of executive expertise, historic preservation leadership, and luxury experience design.
Executive Strategist
For more than 30 years, Andrea has helped organizations navigate growth, change, and opportunity through strategic leadership, communications, stakeholder engagement, and organizational development.
- Led strategic initiatives across corporate, nonprofit, and public-sector environments
- Implemented governance, compliance, and Sarbanes-Oxley control frameworks
- Directed complex projects, multi-stakeholder initiatives, and organizational transformation efforts
- Advised leadership teams on strategy, operations, communications, and long-term planning
Historic Preservation Leader
As President & CEO of Friends of Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Andrea leads preservation initiatives focused on protecting historic African American burial grounds and preserving community heritage.
- Oversees state-funded historic preservation and cemetery restoration projects
- Leads documentation, research, preservation planning, and community engagement efforts
- Collaborates with archaeologists, engineers, historians, government agencies, and community partners
- Advocates for the preservation, protection, and interpretation of historically significant sites
Fourth-Generation Legacy Steward
Rooted in a family tradition spanning four generations, Andrea's work is guided by the values of service, hospitality, stewardship, and excellence.
- Continues a family legacy of community leadership and service
- Creates meaningful experiences that bring people together and strengthen relationships
- Applies a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to leadership, planning, and engagement
- Honors the legacy of those who came before by investing in the communities of today and tomorrow
Legacy of Excellence
At Andrea K & Co, excellence is more than a standard—it is a legacy passed from one generation to the next.
As a fourth-generation Citrus Countian, Andrea K. McCray carries forward a family tradition rooted in faith, service, craftsmanship, and community leadership. Long before Andrea led strategic initiatives, managed complex projects, or created luxury experiences, she was shaped by the remarkable women who came before her.
"Because legacy is not simply what we inherit. It is what we choose to build, preserve, and pass forward." - Andrea K. McCray
Mary Gray Bunch
Annie M. McCray
Annie M. McCray
The Original Cake Lady of Crystal River
(May 5, 1886 - October 5, 1987)
Known throughout the community as the original "Cake Lady" of Crystal River, Mary Gray Bunch built a reputation for bringing people together through hospitality, generosity, and exceptional baking. Her kitchen was a place where celebrations were marked, relationships were strengthened, and traditions were passed from one generation to the next.
Annie M. McCray
Annie M. McCray
Annie M. McCray
Community Leader & Church Clerk
( January 20, 1922 - January 31, 2010 )
A respected community leader and dedicated servant, Annie M. McCray faithfully served as Church Clerk of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church for more than fifty years. She taught in the Citrus County Schools for 45 years. Her life reflected a deep commitment to faith, integrity, service, and the preservation of family and community history.
Theola Bunch McCray
Theola Bunch McCray
Theola Bunch McCray
Matriarch, Mentor & Keeper of Family Traditions
(December 12, 1945 - July 4, 2007)
A woman known for her strength, compassion, and unwavering dedication to family, Theola McCray exemplified the values of hard work, perseverance, and excellence. She taught by example that leadership is not defined by titles, but by service to others and a commitment to doing things well.
Andrea K. McCray
Theola Bunch McCray
Theola Bunch McCray
Preserving Legacy. Creating Excellence. Building Community.
Today, Andrea carries their legacy forward through leadership, stewardship, and service. Whether guiding strategic initiatives, preserving historic places, fostering community partnerships, or crafting exceptional culinary experiences, her work reflects the enduring values passed down through generations.
Inspired by the example of Mary Gray Bunch, Annie M. McCray, and Theola Bunch McCray, Andrea remains committed to excellence, intentionality and the belief that true legacy is found not only in what we inherit, but in what we preserve, create, and pass forward.
THE ADVISORY
Strategy, Leadership & Special Projects
Executive support, organizational leadership, strategic planning, campaign support, and project management for leaders, businesses, nonprofits, and public initiatives.
For those building something that matters.