FIRST COAST BUSINESS HALL OF FAME

Thursday, November 5, 2026 • Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

CLASS OF 2026 - NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN

The First Coast Business Hall of Fame recognizes distinguished business leaders whose vision, leadership, and commitment to the community have made a lasting impact on the First Coast. We invite you to help us identify the next class of honorees.

Below, you'll find a list of our distinguished Hall of Fame members, the nomination qualifications, and a link to submit a nomination. We encourage you to review the criteria and consider nominating an individual whose achievements and leadership exemplify the values of the First Coast Business Hall of Fame.

FCHOF MEMBERS

SELECTION CRITERIA

NOMINATION FORM

Dear Friends,

It is my pleasure to invite you to participate in the nomination process for the 28th Annual First Coast Business Hall of Fame, which will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront.

For nearly three decades, the First Coast Business Hall of Fame has celebrated the visionary leaders whose innovation, leadership, and commitment to service have helped shape the business community across Northeast Florida. As Event & Selection Committee Chair, I am honored to help recognize individuals whose accomplishments have strengthened our region, inspired others, and created a lasting legacy.

I encourage you to nominate a deserving business leader who exemplifies these qualities. Your nominations ensure we continue to recognize the extraordinary individuals whose leadership has made—and continues to make—a meaningful difference throughout the First Coast.

In addition to honoring exceptional leaders, the Hall of Fame serves a greater purpose. Proceeds from the event support the Florida Council on Economic Education's mission to provide free economic and financial education programs for K–12 students and teachers, helping prepare the next generation with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed financial decisions and succeed in an ever-changing economy.

Thank you for your continued support of the First Coast Business Hall of Fame and the Florida Council on Economic Education. I look forward to celebrating another outstanding class of inductees with you this November.

Warm regards,

Ari Jolly
Event & Selection Committee Chair
Class of 2024

Event Registration

2026 Event & Selection Committee Chair

Ari Jolly

Florida Blue
Class of 2024

2025 EVENT PHOTOS

In 1999, the FCEE created the First Coast Business Hall of Fame to recognize exceptional individuals who’ve distinguished themselves through their contributions to the First Coast community. The honor is reserved for leaders who’ve made significant impacts through their business and civic achievements and by serving as lifelong examples of integrity and high ideals. Members of the Hall of Fame are inspirations to young people who will follow in their footsteps.

Proceeds from the Hall of Fame support the economic, financial literacy and entrepreneurship education programs of the FCEE and the Center on Economic & Financial Education at Florida State College
at Jacksonville.

Established by statewide business leaders in 1975, the FCEE provides teacher training programs, curricula, student competitions and other educational resources free-of- charge to thousands of teachers each year throughout the state’s K-12 system.
By investing in the economic and financial know how of our children, the First Coast business community has a tremendous influence in developing the informed and responsible leaders of tomorrow.