The J.H. “Jud” Hall Composites Manufacturing Award honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to composites manufacturing or tooling technology through leadership, innovation, patents, or education. Presented annually, it recognizes achievements that advance processes, tooling, and applications while improving quality, efficiency, and sustainability in the industry. Anoush Poursartip, PhD, PEng, FCAE (2025)Meet the Winner Previous Winners Michael "Mick" Maher (2023)Ahmed Arabi Hassen, PhD (2021)Kurtis Willden (2020)Douglas D. Decker (2019)Larry Pelham (2018)Dimitrije Milovich (2017)Scott Lewit (2016)Gary Georgeson (2015)Mamidala Ramulu, PhD, FSME (2014)Doug McCarville, PhD, PE (2013)Jon B. DeVault (2012)John D. Russell, D.Sc. (2011)David C. Dickson (2010)Vernon M. Benson (2009)Robert J. Basso, PE (2002)Elbert L. "Burt" Rutan (2001)John W. Gillespie Jr. (2000)Edgar E. Morris (1999)Brian E. Spencer, PhD (1998)James C. Leslie, PhD, FSME (1997)Scott W. Beckwith, PhD (1996)Melvin M. Schwartz (1995)Cecil W. Schneider, FSME, PE (1994)L.E. "Roy" Meade (1993)Leslie J. Cohen, PhD (1992)Larry J. Ashton (1991)Richard A. Lofland, FSME (1990)Robert L. Pinckney (1989)Samuel J. Dastin (1988)George P. Peterson, FSME (1987)W. Brandt Goldsworthy (1986)
