Halls of fame for comic-book characters, dermatology and sports betting

The more I research halls of fame the more I realize there is no end to such things. People have an intense desire to memorialize things as the best in class, no matter the profession or hobby.
What follows are some of the latest halls of fame I’ve come across in my research.

Character Hall of Fame

Batman will be the first inductee of the Comic-Con Museum’s Character Hall of Fame. A ceremony will be held July 17 at the museum’s future home – the Federal Building in San Diego’s Balboa Park. (See articles by the Hollywood Reporter and Newsarama.)

Dermatology Hall of Fame

The Dermatology Hall of Fame, hosted by Dermatology Times and supported by Ortho Dermatologics, honored its inaugural class of inductees in March at the 2019 American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting. The hall recognizes individuals who have refined the practice of dermatology. (See press release.)

Sports Betting Hall of Fame

The Sports Betting Hall of Fame honors those individuals who have brought lasting fame to the sports betting sector. Among the latest inductees is former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. The Sports Betting Hall of Fame is run by SBC, a news, media and events company that works with industry leaders to develop the betting and gaming industry.

Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame

Broadcasting & Cable magazine honors the pioneers, innovators, stars and shows that have helped build the industry with its B&C Hall of Fame. This year’s inductees include Kelly Ripa, Meredith Vieira and NBC show “Dateline.”

Music Business Hall of Fame

Established in 2018, the Music Business Hall of Fame is reserved for the individuals, organizations and institutions that have significantly contributed to the expansion and continued success of the music business. This year’s inductees included producer George Martin; music industry landmarks the Apollo Theatre, CBGB, Hitsville U.S.A., Sun Studio, and the Troubadour; and Rolling Stone magazine.

Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences Hall of Fame

The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences Hall of Fame honors video game creators who have been instrumental in the development of highly influential games and moving a particular genre forward. AIAS Hall of Fame recipients include Shigeru Miyamoto, Will Wright, Hideo Kojima and Bonnie Ross.

Esports Insider Hall of Fame

E-sports news and events company Esports Insider created the ESI Hall of Fame to recognize individuals who have built and shaped the e-sports industry. The group inducted its second class of honorees in June at the E3 video game show in Los Angeles.

National Sports Media Association Hall of Fame

The National Sports Media Association Hall of Fame celebrates top sportswriters and sportscasters. This year’s inductees are Mike “Doc” Emrick, Bob Ley, Peter King, and Tony Kornheiser.

National Cyber Security Hall of Fame

The National Cyber Security Hall of Fame is an organization that was created, and is being supported, by companies and organizations committed to recognizing the individuals that played key roles in the creation of the cybersecurity industry.

Promotional Products Hall of Fame

The Promotional Products Association International honors industry leaders in its Promotional Products Hall of Fame. Promotional products are tangible items imprinted with an advertiser’s name, logo or message designed to increase brand awareness among consumers. They include branded shirts and ballcaps, coffee mugs, water bottles, pens, can coolers, squeeze toys, among many other items.

Rental Hall of Fame

The American Rental Association created the Rental Hall of Fame in 2000 to foster an appreciation for the historical development of the rental industry and the leaders who have made the industry what it is today.

Self Storage Hall of Fame

The Self Storage Association founded the Self Storage Hall of Fame in 2005 to honor individuals of acclaim in the self-storage industry.

Evidence-Based Policing Hall of Fame

George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., maintains an Evidence-Based Policing Hall of Fame. The hall recognizes law enforcement practitioners who have been central to the implementation of a high-quality research program in their agency and are relentless champions of institutionalizing evidence-based practices.

National Speech & Debate Association Hall of Fame

The National Speech & Debate Association Hall of Fame is the highest honor for high school speech and debate coaches.

Water Industry Hall of Fame

The Water Industry Hall of Fame was established in 1970 to perpetuate the memory of those living and deceased who have made the most significant contributions to the field of public water supply.