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Nominate Industry Trailblazers for 2026 F&I Hall of Fame

Honorees will be recognized at Agent Summit, taking place April 13–15, 2026 at The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas.

February 12, 2026
Nominate Industry Trailblazers for 2026 F&I Hall of Fame

Honorees will be recognized at Agent Summit, taking place April 13–15, 2026 at The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas. 

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LAS VEGAS – Organizers of Agent Summit are encouraging attendees, sponsors and the industry as a whole to submit nominations for the 2026 F&I Hall of Fame. Honorees will be recognized at Agent Summit, taking place April 13–15, 2026 at The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas. 

The F&I Hall of Fame, now in its third year, is an initiative designed to recognize industry trailblazers that stand out through their examples of professionalism, innovation and leadership and who have made lasting impacts on a dynamic sector. 

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The criteria below highlight exceptional achievement, innovation, leadership and contribution to industry and society. These qualifiers are designed to identify people who’ve not only achieved personal success but who’ve also made significant contributions to the advancement and betterment of our industry:

1. Innovation and Impact

2. Leadership and Vision

3. Ethics and Integrity

4. Educational and Mentorship Contributions

5. Regulatory and Policy Influence

6. Community and Societal Impact

7. Career Longevity and Consistency 

"Now moving into the third generation of Hall of Fame honorees, we have already seen so many F&I legends take to the stage, that the bar for 2026 is reaching new heights," said David Gesualdo, show chair and president of Bobit's Auto Group. "Help us recognize those that have left a lasting-impact on the industry by submitting your nomination today."

Honorees from previous years can be seen here.

For more event information including the agenda, speakers, exhibit hall hours and more, visit the event’s website.

For sponsorship opportunities contact David Gesualdo via email.

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