GOLDEN Sales Director Receives NAMTA Hall of Fame Award

We’re proud to share that on May 16 Bill Hartman received the NAMTA^® – International Art Materials Association – 2026 Hall of Fame Award!  NAMTA’s highest honor, The Hall of Fame Award, is to recognize those who have made extraordinary contributions, demonstrated long-standing service, and been dedicated champions of the association and the broader fine arts and creative materials industry. This year’s award presentation was held during the annual NAMTA Creativation Art and Creative Craft Materials Tradeshow in St. Louis, Missouri.

According to GOLDEN President & COO, Barbara Schindler, “In grateful recognition of Bill’s outstanding leadership, he doesn’t just guide our sales strategy – he inspires our team to reach higher and push boundaries. He has been instrumental in driving our company’s growth, revenue, and market expansion over the years. We’re excited to be part of this well-deserved honor!”

NAMTA is The Association of the art / creative materials industry members.  NAMTA strives to provide members with the products, services and information needed to grow and prosper.  NAMTA is an International Association recognized as a leader and a unifying force in the support, sustainability and advocacy of the Fine Art, Craft, and Creative Materials Industry.  You can learn more about the organization at www.namta.org.

To learn more about Golden Artist Colors and their comprehensive fine art materials product offering, visit www.goldenpaints.com.