HALL OF FAME

The UACC has a rich history of acknowledging individuals who have made significant contributions to the organization. We are delighted to present our esteemed list of award recipients, individuals who have truly left an indelible mark on the autograph collectible industry.

UACC's Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Paul Carr 2011
  • Al Wittnebert 2006
  • Roy Deeley 2004
  • Herman Darvick 1984
UACC's Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Tom Folenta 2012
  • Al Wittnebert 2011
  • David Grossberg 2009
  • John Laing 2008
  • Doug Wertman 2007
  • Nolan Sims & Gary King 2006
  • Ben Benson 2005
  • Michael Hecht 2003
  • Skip Hensel 2002
  • Doug Wertman 2001
  • Al Wittnebert 2000
  • JD Bardwell 1999
  • Paul K. Carr 1998
  • James Berland 1997
UACC's Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Autograph World, LLC (JD Bardwell (2014)
  • Larry's Books and Autographs (Larry Rafferty)2013
  • Profiles in History (Joe Maddalena) 2012
  • Autograph Pros (Mike Kasmar) 2011
  • Arundel Galleries (Rob Saunders) 2010
  • University Archives (John Reznikoff) 2009
  • AWA, Inc. (Al Wittnebert) 2008
  • Tom Kramer Golden Age Autographs 2007
  • Autograph World, LLC 2004
  • Historic Collections 2001
  • Gary King and Dave Phillips 2000
  • Abraham Lincoln Book Shop 1999
  • Elmer's Nostalgia 1998
  • Joe Rubinfine 1997
UACC's Distinguished Service Award
  • Tricia Eaton 2013
  • Aaron Kasmir 2012
  • Anthony Pizzitola 2011
  • John Reznikoff 2010
  • John Laing 2009
  • Mark Baker 2008
  • Andy Alas 2007
  • Steve Zarelli 2006
  • Al Wittnebert 2005
  • Shirley Herbert 2004
  • Steve Hankow 2003
  • Nolan Sims 2002
  • Joe Motes 2001
  • JD Bardwell 2000
  • Nolan Sims 1999
  • Harold Rapp 1998
  • Paul Carr 1997
  • Roy Deeley 1996
  • Tom Solecki 1995
  • Carole Adams 1994
  • Bob Erickson 1993
  • Michael Saks 1992
  • Jerry Granat 1991
  • Brian Kathenes 1990
  • Al Wittnebert 1989
  • Ed Bomsey 1988
Autograph Collectors of the Year
  • Gerald Bery 2012
  • Alexander Bowser 2011
  • Tom Folenta 2010
  • Aaron Kasmir 2009
  • David Lewis & Kevin Flatley 2008
  • James Rogan 2005
  • Tom Fontaine 2004
  • Al Hallonquist 2003
  • Jerald Berg 2002
  • Robert Pearlman 2001
  • Harold Esch 2000
  • Dr. Michael Masters 1998
  • John LaBarber 1997
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UACC's Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Roy Deeley's daughter who accepted on her father's behalf by the UACC Board 2004

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Former UACC Vice President Nolan Sims recipient of numerous UACC awards for his work on behalf of the membership. With UACC President Michael Hecht (right)

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Longtime UACC Treasurer Al Wittnebert (right) receives the UACC Lifetime Achievement award in San Antonio 2006 from UACC President Michael Hecht.

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UACC Director JD Bardwell receives one of many awards from the club for his service to the membership. Former UACC President Paul Carr is also pictured on the right