JA Events
Washington Business Hall of Fame
View Photos from the Evening
Step inside the 2025 Washington Business Hall of Fame through our photo gallery. Experience the energy, elegance, and recognition of Washington’s most influential business leaders, all captured in unforgettable moments.
Photo Gallery
Learn More About Each Laureate
On November 18, four distinguished leaders were inducted into the Washington Business Hall of Fame, joining nearly 200 Laureates who serve as role models for the next generation of changemakers. This lifetime achievement award has recognized those whose contributions continue to shape our region and inspire the future.
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Celebrate Leadership and Inspire the Future
Since 1988, the Washington Business Hall of Fame has honored the region’s most influential business leaders, individuals whose vision, mentorship, and community leadership have made a lasting impact on the lives of young people. Presented in partnership with the Greater Washington business community, this signature event celebrates those who exemplify business excellence and civic responsibility.
Yearbook
Meet the Past and Present Washington Business Hall of Fame Chairs
For over 35 years, the Washington Business Hall of Fame has been chaired by these Greater Washington leaders.
Learn MoreJA of Greater Washington Events
At JA of Greater Washington, we host several events throughout the year to raise money to support our programming. These events also engage the community in our efforts to reach students! Whether you'd like to get involved on an individual level or as a business through event sponsorship, we offer several ways for you to support our work while having a great time!
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2026 Stock Market Challenge
When: Wednesday, May 06, 2026Feel the Rush. Fuel the Future.
Step onto the trading floor and experience the adrenaline of the stock market—without the risk. In this fast-paced simulation, teams start with $500,000 in fictitious stock and compete to build the highest portfolio value. You’ll analyze market trends, make split-second decisions, and test your risk tolerance in a high-energy environment that reinforces teamwork and sharp thinking.
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2026 Washington Business Hall of Fame
When: Tuesday, December 01, 2026Junior Achievement’s century-long legacy of connecting what works in business with what works in education is fundamental to both our mission and the Washington Business Hall of Fame program. The Hall of Fame brings together a dynamic collective of leaders and learners through an experience that connects and inspires us all, underpinned by JA’s vision of providing access and opportunity to every student in the region.
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2025 Washington Business Hall of Fame
When: Tuesday, November 18, 2025Junior Achievement’s century-long legacy of connecting what works in business with what works in education is fundamental to both our mission and the Washington Business Hall of Fame program. The Hall of Fame brings together a dynamic collective of leaders and learners through an experience that connects and inspires us all, underpinned by JA’s vision of providing access and opportunity to every student in the region.
Play4JA is a fun and easy peer-to-peer fundraising initiative that allows Junior Achievement partners and friends to raise funds to support the organization’s hands-on curricula and experiences in work readiness, financial literacy and entrepreneurship.
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2024 Washington Business Hall of Fame
When: Wednesday, November 20, 2024The leaders who have built the Washington region into what it is today know that our economic vitality depends on the best in business inspiring the next in business. Every year, a cohort of our most prolific business and community leaders receive the region’s signature lifetime achievement award, joining the more than 180 Laureates in the Washington Business Hall of Fame who serve as role models to the next generation of business leaders.
