BOHEMIA, NY — The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) has opened nominations for the 2027 FTA Hall of Fame, recognizing individuals whose leadership, service and contributions have made a lasting impact on FTA and the flexographic printing industry. 

The FTA Hall of Fame honors individuals who have demonstrated a longstanding commitment to advancing flexographic technology, supporting industry education and training, and serving the association and its members. 

Eligible nominees must meet the following criteria: 

• Must be or have been an FTA member for a minimum of 10 years 

• Have a recognized contribution to FTA’s mission to further the technology of the flexographic printing industry 

• Have a historic business relationship and connection to flexographic printing 

• Have provided distinctive service to FTA and/or standards organizations on behalf of FTA 

• Have been actively involved with education and training programs for the advancement of the industry as recognized by FTA 

“Being inducted into the FTA Hall of Fame is the ultimate honor. It means you have contributed to and dedicated a professional career advancing flexo technology, education and the FTA’s goals and mission.” said Jean Engelke, Hall of Fame committee chair. “This recognition does not come without commitment, personal perseverance and very hard work. Nominations for this award are the first step toward attainment. Current HOF members evaluate nominees and based on all of these values, ethics and achievements, select the next inductee. It is truly an award of a culmination of a lifetime commitment to the flexographic industry and the FTA.” 

FTA encourages members of the flexographic community to consider the individuals who have influenced the industry through their knowledge, leadership and service and submit a nomination on their behalf. 

Nominations for individuals to be considered for the 2027 FTA Hall of Fame must be submitted by December 31, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET. 

To learn more about the FTA Hall of Fame and submit a nomination, visit https://www.flexography.org/honors-awards/fta-hall-of-fame/.