Evansville Regional

Business

Hall OF Fame.

Meet the Laureates

Congratulations 2026 Laureates

Ted C. Ziemer, Jr.

Founding Partner
Ziemer, Stayman, Weitzel and Shoulders, LLP

Ray Hoops

President
University of Southern Indiana

Gene Warren, Jr.

Owner and Manager
North Park Shopping Center

Junior Achievement Evansville REgional Business Hall of Fame

The Best in Business Inspiring the Next in Business.

The Junior Achievement Evansville Regional Business Hall of Fame is the region's premier celebration of business excellence, honoring an extraordinary group of leaders whose vision, determination, and lasting contributions have shaped our economy, strengthened our community, and created opportunities for generations. Hall of Fame Laureates represent the very best of business, whose achievements have left an enduring mark through innovation, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference.

More than an awards ceremony, the Business Hall of Fame is a powerful reminder of what's possible when talent, character, and purpose come together. By sharing the stories of these remarkable leaders, we inspire young people to dream bigger, think boldly, and pursue their own path to success.

Each year, business and community leaders gather to celebrate these exceptional Laureates and invest in the next generation of entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers. It's where we honor those who have defined excellence and inspire those who will carry it forward.

Save the date for the 2027 Junior Achievement Evansville Regional Business Hall of Fame on May 18, 2027.

Where the Best in Business Continue to inspire the next in business

Located within the Junior Achievement Discovery Center, the interactive Junior Achievement Evansville Regional Business Hall of Fame Exhibit, presented by Old National Bank, brings the stories of our region's most accomplished business leaders to life.

Through cutting-edge holographic technology, students can engage directly with Hall of Fame Laureates, asking questions about their careers, challenges, successes, and advice for the future.

By hearing firsthand from leaders who have shaped our community through vision, innovation, and perseverance, students gain more than inspiration. They gain a clearer picture of what is possible for their own future.

The exhibit creates a unique connection between today's students and the leaders who exemplify excellence, helping young people see that their ambitions can become reality.