Championing our members is the Specialty Food Association’s most important function - and this includes celebrating members’ standout achievements. To that end, the Specialty Food Association has created a Hall of Fame to honor individuals whose impact, contributions, innovations, and successes within the specialty food industry deserve praise and recognition.
Nominations for the 2026 Hall of Fame are open December 15 - February 27.
Awards Criteria
Nominees must have a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the specialty food industry.
One of the following conditions:
- Currently hold an ownership stake in, or work for an SFA member company in good standing.
- Previously held an ownership stake or worked for an SFA member company in good standing for at least 10 years.
- Be a current or retired SFA staff member with at least 25 years of full-time service to the industry.
Additional Information:
Nominations can be submitted by colleagues, peers, and industry partners. If submitted by a PR or marketing agency, the nominee must confirm their consent before reviewed.
All nominees must be current SFA members (except for Outstanding Buyer).
Nominations made be made by any member of the food industry community.
Self-submissions are not be accepted.
SFA Board Members are ineligible during their active terms.
For questions, contact [email protected].