Hall leads NIC Industries, a Southern Oregon manufacturer of high-performance coatings. The company’s brands include Cerakote® and Prismatic Powders®, serving markets that include aerospace, defense, consumer goods, automotive and energy.

“Though Brian will quickly divert praise to the employees of NIC for our company’s success, we know it’s his vision and grit that have shaped NIC into one of the world’s leading brands,” said David Meador, director of strategic engagement at NIC Industries.

As a Mountain West winner, Hall became eligible for consideration in EY’s national Entrepreneur Of The Year program.