North Andover, Mass. – August 1, 2025 – The Mobile Electronics Association proudly introduces the class of 2025 for the Mobile Electronics Industry Hall of Fame, honoring individuals whose contributions have profoundly shaped the industry. Selected by a distinguished nomination committee, including executive leadership from the Mobile Electronics Association, the 2025 class represents inductees from manufacturing, engineering, sales representatives, and retail sectors.
The Class of 2025 inductees are:
- David Black
- Richard Coe
- Richard Clark
- David Navone
- Lucio Proni
- Laura Puente
- George Reed
- Mark Rutledge
- John Shalam
- Rick Snelson
“These visionary leaders have left a lasting legacy within the mobile electronics industry,” said MEA Chairman Tony Frangiosa. “Through their innovation, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication, they have shaped the future of our industry and continue to inspire generations to come.”
Inductees, as well as family and friends of the esteemed inductees, will accept the Hall of Fame awards during a special ceremony on Monday, August 25, 2025, at KnowledgeFest in the Fort Worth Convention Center. Chris Cook, President of the Mobile Electronics Association stated, “All KnowledgeFest attendees are invited to attend this special event, to be inspired by the visionaries who built the path to our future.”
For more information about the Mobile Electronics Industry Hall of Fame and to learn more about the inductees, please visit meindustryawards.com.
About the Mobile Electronics Association: Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) is a trade association comprised of installing dealers and product vendors dedicated to serving the needs of the mobile electronics specialist industry. MEA owns and produces KnowledgeFest, trade-only industry events that combine educational programming and vendor training with a trade show floor. MEA owns and publishes the monthly Mobile Electronics® magazine, which is the industry’s #1 resource, as well as other digital media, including websites and the industry’s e-newsletter Hotwire. MEA provides software and data-driven services to vendors and retailers. Learn more at mobile-electronics.com.
Contact: Chris Cook
Mobile Electronics Association
Email: press@mobile-electronics.com