The Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame
Entrepreneurs dream of success. As they attain that success, they want to ensure a great future for their communities.
Today Junior Achievement has proudly inducted 135 Laureates into the Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame, since 1982.
The Laureates we honor each year have put substance into the American dream. Through their leadership, vision and innovation, they have accomplished much for Kentuckiana's economic development and social welfare. Their passion for excellence and steadfast commitment to this community is an inspiration to all of us and a lesson in leadership for Kentuckiana's future leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
A call for nominations from the general public is made several months in advance of the event. A nomination committee composed of community members that aren't regional board members make the selections.
The Evening's Events:
6 p.m. Reception
7 p.m. Awards Dinner and Program
Sponsored by Delta Dental of Kentucky
Today Junior Achievement has proudly inducted 135 Laureates into the Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame, since 1982.
The Laureates we honor each year have put substance into the American dream. Through their leadership, vision and innovation, they have accomplished much for Kentuckiana's economic development and social welfare. Their passion for excellence and steadfast commitment to this community is an inspiration to all of us and a lesson in leadership for Kentuckiana's future leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
A call for nominations from the general public is made several months in advance of the event. A nomination committee composed of community members that aren't regional board members make the selections.
The Evening's Events:
6 p.m. Reception
7 p.m. Awards Dinner and Program
Sponsored by Delta Dental of Kentucky
2025 Hall of Fame Chair
2025 Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame Laureates
Gill Holland
The Green Building
Dr. Dawn Wade
Managing Partner & Chief Strategy Officer Nimbus
Stacey Wade
CEO/ECD Nimbus
Ann Wells
Former Chair & CEO Commonwealth Bank & TrustSponsors
Presenting Media Sponsor
Presenting Dinner Sponsor
Student Sponsor
General Reception Sponsor
Table Sponsor
Fifth Third Bank
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Sponsorships for these events are critical for Junior Achievement to continue providing life-changing programs to students in our community. These programs are delivered at no cost to students. You can make a difference in the lives of these students by participating in this world-class event! Contact us to get more information on how to sponsor a JA Event!Select a button below to see how you or your organization can get involved with Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana, Inc..
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