In 1992, the Business Hall of Fame was created to honor the lives and accomplishments of extraordinary South Central Kentuckians.  Hall of Fame laureates are nominated by members of the community, and then selected by an independent committee.

Over the years, Junior Achievement has honored sixteen individuals who epitomize five key standards of excellence:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and achievement
• Exceptional role model for youth
• Economic impact on area
• Business leadership
• Commitment to the goals of Junior Achievement

The Business Hall of Fame, presented by BB&T, is displayed at the Sloan Convention Center in Bowling Green, KY.

Distinguished Business Hall of Fame Laureates:

• Ervin Houchens, Houchens Food Store
• Earl Davis, Citizens Bank of Russellville
• Everett Moore, Fruit of the Loom
• Cal Turner, Sr., Dollar General Corporation
• David Garvin, Ironwood Farms
• J. Murray Hill, Sr., Bowling Green Business University
• Doug Lester, Trans Financial, Inc.
• Robert Rodes, Citizens National Bank
• Larry Gerald, Gerald Printing
• Fred Higgins, Minit Mart Foods
• Jim Smith, Wendy's of Bowling Green
• Deborah Williams, AmSouth Bank
• Sandy Jones, Quality Personnel
• Charles Hardcastle, BG Consolidated
• Lowell Guthrie, Trace Die Cast, Inc.
• Cornelius Martin, Martin Group
• Mike Harris, Logan Aluminum
• Jimmie Gipson, Houchens Industries
• Robert Kirby, Hilliard Lyons
• Leon Page, Franklin Bank & Trust