About the Hall of Fame

Name of Award
The official name is the “Decorative and Industrial Laminate Hall of Fame”. The recipient will receive a suitable plaque bearing the individual's name and will be listed on the Decorative and Industrial Laminate Hall of Fame Board.

Purpose
The Decorative and Industrial Laminate Hall of Fame was established to recognize an individual for leadership and service activities, which have significantly and demonstrably contributed to the advancement of the laminate industry. The market segment includes a wide variety of laminate manufacturers, suppliers to the industry, and users of laminates. 

History
The TAPPI DIL Committee set up the DIL Hall of Fame in 2003 and recognized its first six members at the 2004 DIL Symposium. The TAPPIDIL went on to induct another six members in 2006 and five more members in 2008. As a result of the TAPPI DIL taking action to dissolve itself in early 2009, the Hall of Fame responsibilities have now been taken over by the TCM Americas Executive Advisory Board. TCM Americas is delighted to be able to take up the Hall of Fame. Industry support for the Hall of Fame has been tremendous since its inception. As such TCM Americas will insure that the Hall of Fame is one of the highlights of future TCM Americas Decorative Surfaces Conferences.

Frequency
New members of the Hall of Fame will be recognized at the TCM Americas Decorative Surfaces Conference every two years. Although there is no limit to the number, the Hall of Fame Committee should present only those nominees with outstanding credentials and/or achievements.