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HALL OF HONOR

When an organization has existed as long as has FIAT Club America, over time, certain individuals stand out for consistently going above and beyond in their dedication, support, and promotion of the club and/or Italian motoring. This Hall serves to permanently recognize members who have received national service awards from FIAT Club America.

The people you see listed below directly impacted FIAT Club America and helped make the club what it is today.

We salute them all.

Lifetime Achievement Award

Presented to members whose entire body of work on behalf of FIAT Club America is unparalleled. These members have displayed exemplary leadership and/or support for the club over long periods of time.

2026: John Montgomery, Bobb Rayner

Damon Kane Award

Presented to the member who exemplifies bringing people together and promoting the club at every opportunity. This individual embodies the spirit of community, has a passion for Bertone‑styled cars, loves driving great roads, and often makes those memorable drives happen. Typically a long‑time member, this person has also contributed significantly to the club’s leadership.

2026: Lou Teresi
2025: Mike Louviere
2024: Jerry Cucchiara
2023: Tim Beeble
2022: Mike Louviere
2021: David Laborde
2020: Bobb Rayner
2019: John Montgomery
2018: Brett Melancon
2017: Brian Benson
2016: Thad Kirk
2015: Jason Tackett
2014: Brett Melancon

Darryl Stacey Award

Named in honor of Darryl, who for nearly two decades published and mailed FIAT Club America's magazine. This award recognizes the member who unites people through communication—whether through arranging and distributing club materials or, today, through social media engagement. It honors someone who consistently keeps members connected and involved with the club.

2026: Lisa Colom
2025: Michael Brenner
2024: Michael Brenner
2023: John Montgomery
2022: (not awarded)
2021: Doug von Koenig
2020: Brett Melancon
2019: Bobb Rayner
2018: Debra Stacey

Susan Bayless Award

Presented to a female member with a deep love for Fiats and a passion for promoting the Fiat brand. This award celebrates someone who brings people together, supports the broader Italian automotive community, and fosters unity among enthusiasts of all Italian marques.

Prior to 2024, this was called the Helle Nice Award.

2026: Karen Gallo
2025: Lisa Colom
2024: Marnie Brannon
2023: Hailey King
2022: not awarded
2021: Janet Bailey
2020: Hilary Falkenberg
2019: Susan Bayless
2018: Anneliese Abarth
2017: Marnie Brannon
2016: Marnie Brannon
2015: Bonnie Morrison
2014: Lisa Copeland
2013: Michele Kane
2012: Denise Burchette, Amber Burchette
2011: Laura Soave

Con Brio Award

"Con brio" means "with spirit" in Italian. Presented to members who have contributed exceptional effort to improving the club during the year. This often includes those who step up to run a Fiat Freak Out or individuals who go above and beyond typical membership responsibilities through hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm.

2026: Candy Benson, Amy Bower, Michael Brenner, Michelle Donnatelli, Jennifer Chung-Dropp, Adam Flickinger, Karen Gallo, Vince Gallo, David Oxenreider
2025: Pietro Areana, Mike Louviere, Stephen Dropp, Jennifer Chung-Dropp, Jeff Hanson, Bryan Reiner, Dan Hening, Vicki Bierlein
2024: John Montgomery, Vivian Portunato, Eddie Bernhard, Dale Whitney, Michele Gogul, Lou Teresi
2023: James Custeau, Kathy Custeau, Lisa Colom, Luis Colom, Kevin Rich, Holly Rich, Jerry Cucchiara, Brett Melancon
2022: Karen Gallo, Andy Truscott, Susan Truscott, Kevin Howe, Mike Rutenberg, BJ Harrington, Graeme Jones, Jose Mendez
2021: Candy Benson, Brian Benson, Karen Gallo, Vince Gallo, Brett Melancon
2020: Brett Melancon, Sam Germana, Mike Louviere, Tim Beeble
2019: Denise Burchette
2018: Robert Zecca, Jason Tackett
2017: Sean Kane, Amado Rodriguez, Patty Horning, Mike Bouse
2016: Simone Bonino, Doug von Koenig, Sam Germana
2015: John Montgomery
2014: Tom Bara
2013: Sam Germana
2012: Mike Bouse, Damon Kane, Brett Melancon, Tim Kuniskis
2011: Tim Beeble, John Jacob
2010: Tim Beeble

2002: Tim Beeble - Volunteer of the Year

F.I.A.T. (Friends in Automotive Trouble) Award

The F.I.A.T. Award is the creation of Vince Gallo.
Whether by helping those whose cars break down or by lending advice for those modding, restoring, or rebuilding their cars, FCA has a motto of "No FIAT left behind." Vince created the F.I.A.T. Award to recognize those who live up to that motto's standard.

In Vince's words, "The award recognizes members that go above and beyond helping out another Fiat club member with any sort of automotive trouble or providing advice.

It is similar to the Stanley Cup in that recipients get their name permanently engraved on the FIAT Award Trophy. They also get a certificate to take home."

2026: Anthony Kaluzny, Anthony Lucarz, Bryan Reiners
2025: Joe LaCalzi, Jose Mendez, Tom Balan
2024: Frank Battaglia, Mike Bouse, Matt Brannon, Brayden Connolly
2023: Blake Melancon, Marc Matzer, Spencer Dickinson, Garder LaPaer, Danny O'Donnell
2022: Andy Truscott, Daniel Hennig, Jessica Hennig, Mike Louviere, Doug von Koenig, Denise Burchette
2021: Michael Brenner, Robert Helms, Anthony Kaluzny
2020: John Montgomery, Michael Eastep
2019: Carlos J Rodriguez, Dale Crandall, Shane Gutierrez
2018: Arman Labrada, Louis Teresi, Robert Zecca
2017: Tim Beeble, David Laborde, Jim Logan