Hall of Fame Nominations

While we celebrate the many individuals who have built successful businesses, enjoyed distinguished careers, and earned numerous accolades, induction into the Hall of Fame is reserved for those who exemplify the highest level of achievement and impact. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals whose contributions have significantly advanced the kitchen and bath design, remodeling, sales, product development, and broader home industry.

Hall of Fame honorees are visionaries who have elevated the industry’s image and interests through outstanding accomplishments. Nominees must demonstrate a lasting, transformative influence on the industry’s growth, innovation, and professionalism on a national or global scale.

Nominees, regardless of their current status in the industry, should meet the majority of the following criteria:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the kitchen/bath or whole-home industry
• Demonstrated, enduring impact on the industry through design excellence, product innovation, or both
• Widely recognized as an authority and leader in the industry
• A strong advocate for the industry to the business community, consumers, and/or the general public
• Developer of forward-thinking concepts and market-leading innovations that enhance functionality and aesthetic appeal
• A leader in corporate citizenship or social responsibility, with a proven track record of leading by example
• Supporter of charitable causes that have positively influenced industry professionals and elevated the industry’s public image

To be considered for recommendation, all nomination forms must be completed in full and include specific, detailed information supporting the nominee’s candidacy for this distinguished honor. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Each nomination must include two non-family references who can verify the submitted information. Pre-written or duplicated nominations completed by anyone other than the individual submitting and signing the form will be disqualified.

Selections are based strictly on the merit of the nominee. The number of nominations submitted or any relationship between the nominator and members of the Hall of Fame committee, board, or affiliated NKBA entities will not influence the selection process. Self-nominations are permitted. Group nominations, such as those submitted by chapters, will be counted as a single submission.

This is an industry-wide recognition. Nominations may be submitted by and for any individual within the kitchen, bath, or whole-home industry, regardless of NKBA membership status.

All nominations received by the published deadline will be reviewed by NKBA staff for completeness and eligibility. Qualified submissions will then be forwarded to the Hall of Fame Task Force for evaluation. The Task Force is responsible for thoroughly reviewing and vetting all applications.

The Task Force’s recommendations are final regarding inductees. Once selections are confirmed, official letters of congratulations will be sent to the inductees. Individuals who submitted a nomination will receive formal notification of the outcome. Those whose nominees are not selected for induction at this time will be informed of the decision via email.

Nominations open September 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) and must be received by the NKBA by 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time), October 23, 2026.  Forms received after this date will not be considered.

An approved nominee will be formally inducted into the NKBA Hall of Fame during the annual KBIS event. Inductees receive national recognition through multiple channels, including the NKBA website (NKBA.org), and on-site at KBIS. Additional promotional exposure includes features across NKBA’s social media platforms and blog content. Each inductee also receives a dedicated placement in the Hall of Fame photo gallery, prominently displayed on NKBA.org.

Questions should be directed to NKBA by email: nominations@nkba.org.