The Committee
A dedicated group of collectors, designers, historians, and industry professionals who help guide the Hall of Honor selection process and preserve the legacy of collector culture.
Meet the team
The people behind the Hall of Honor selection process, ceremony, and community recognition.
Lauren Lisa & CJ Cramer
Serve as National Executives of the Hall of Honor and help lead the recognition platform and its ongoing development within the collector community.
Bruce Pascal
A commercial real estate veteran with over 30 years of experience and widely known for owning one of the world's most extensive Hot Wheels collections.
Bryan Benedict
A longtime Hot Wheels designer who worked with the brand from 2004 to 2025. Bryan also worked with Honda’s R&D department and contributed to projects for Mercedes-Benz and Mitsubishi.
Andy Goodman
An internationally recognized model car collector and 1:64 scale expert with a documented collection of more than 250,000 unique pieces.
Carson Lev
Former Director of Design and Licensing at Mattel who helped oversee projects including the full-sized Twin Mill and Deora II replicas.
John D'agostino
Legendary custom car builder known for his iconic Kustom creations and long-standing influence on automotive design and culture.
Johnny Jimenez
Toy expert recognized for his appearances on the History Channel’s Pawn Stars and his knowledge of vintage toys and collectibles.
Steve Johnston
Toy expert known for his appraisal work and appearances on the History Channel’s Pawn Stars.
Anita Smith
Collector and dealer of Hot Wheels Redlines and founder of Chickluu's Fabulous Redlines. Anita also organized the Redline Jackpot convention in Las Vegas.
Chuck Shelton
Vintage Hot Wheels collector and founder of Redline Community Cares, a charitable organization supporting children and families in need.
Molly & Jerry Richardson
Dedicated collectors and philanthropists recognized for supporting collector events, community initiatives, and hobby culture.
Joseph Wiggins
Joseph is an avid collector with a dedication to vintage and prototypes. He has been deeply involved in supporting and building the collector community for over 30 years.
Mad Mike
Air Force veteran who became a household name bringing outrageous builds to life on MTV’s Pimp My Ride. Now flexing his creative muscles at Galpin Auto Sports, there is no custom challenge Mike can't meet.
Lee Allen & Angela Catterrucia
The creative brains behind NuclearMindZ. They have served as designers for premier industry brands including Mattel, Round 2, Greenlight Toys, and Maisto, alongside their own custom lines.
Jim Gallegos
An avid Matchbox collector and the prominent promoter of the Official Matchbox Gathering Convention held annually in Albuquerque, New Mexico, connecting hobbyists worldwide.
The selection process
A structured process focused on recognizing meaningful contributions to collector culture and the hobby community.
Nominations
Community members submit nominations throughout the year for individuals who have made a lasting impact within the collector industry.
Public Vote
Selected nominees may be opened to public voting, allowing collectors and enthusiasts to participate in the recognition process.
Committee Review
The committee reviews nominations, contributions, and community impact before determining the final inductee selections.
Induction
Final inductees are honored during the annual Hall of Honor ceremony in Las Vegas, where they receive official recognition for their contributions to collector culture.