NWRA accepts nominations for hall of fame

The hall of fame class of 2022 will join the 205 inductees from 1986-2021 who have been recognized by the industry.


The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA), Arlington, Virginia, has announced that it is accepting nominations for its hall of fame class of 2022. According to the association, induction into the NWRA Hall of Fame is bestowed annually upon select industry visionaries and icons who have created an enduring legacy through their inspirational leadership, core values and significant contributions.

The 2022 hall of fame nomination form is available online, and a sample of a successful hall of fame nomination form is also available.

Hall of fame award nominations will be considered by the association’s board of trustees based upon the following criteria:

  • recognition within the industry as a founder, pioneer, visionary or icon;
  • enduring legacy and impact of contributions to the industry for a minimum of 25 years; 
  • steadfast values such as integrity, respect, courage, mentorship, volunteerism and inclusiveness;
  • inspirational leadership at an NWRA service provider/supplier and on issues important to NWRA at the national, state and/or local level; and
  • active NWRA engagement and service as an ambassador of the industry.

Inductees into the ranks of the hall of fame include former and current company presidents, chief operating officers and senior executives of disposal operations, trade associations, consulting firms and manufacturing facilities.

The hall of fame class of 2022 will join the 205 inductees from 1986-2021 who have been recognized by the industry.