Awards

Since its formation in 1971 the International Cinema Technology Association has morphed into the most important international association dedicated to equipment and new technologies throughout the global theatrical market.

NACA Award

Acknowledges excellence in categories such as Best New Build, Best Cinema Refurbishment and Best Use of Technology. These awards honor the innovation, dedication and contributions of cinemas that have enriched our communities and industry, serving as inspiration for the future of cinema.

2023	BEST NEW BUILD CINEMA- Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas Inglewood IMAX
2023	BEST CINEMA REFURBISHMENT- B&B Theatres Creve Coeur West Olive 10
2023	BEST USE OF TECHNOLOGY- Emagine Entertainment Batavia
2023	JURY PRIZE - FatCats Cinemas LEHI, UT
2022	BEST CINEMA REFURBISHMENT- Phoenix Theatres, KENTWOOD, MI
2022	BEST USE OF NEW TECHNOLOGY- Cinéma Triomphe XPX Lachenate, Quebec
2022	BEST NEW BUILD- Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, Arlington, Texas
2021	BEST CINEMA REFURBISHMENT- Classic Cinemas Tivoli, Downers Grove, Illinois
2021	BEST COMEBACK EXHIBITOR- Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Austin, Texas
2021	BEST NEW BUILD CINEMA- Movie Tavern Brookfield Sq, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Rodney Award

The Rodney Award was created to recognize the outstanding ICTA Dealer. The criteria for selection is: The dealer should be aggressive in marketing and sales; should maintain an adequate inventory; provide quality installation; provide quality after sales service; and should have a good product and application knowledge. It is presented each year at the Annual Convention.

2023	Franklin Designs
2020	Sonic Equipment Company
2018	American Cinema Equipment
2017	Tri-State Theatre Supply
2016	Tri-State Theatre Supply
2015	American Cinema Equipment
2014	American Cinema Equipment
2013	Tristate Theatre Supply Company
2012	Cinematronix
2011	Bright Star Systems Corp.
2010	Cinema Equipment & Supplies, Inc.
2009	American Cinema Equipment
2008	Universal Cinema Services, Inc.
2007	American Cinema Equipment
2006	American Cinema Equipment
2005	Universal Cinema Services, Inc.
2004	Universal Cinema Services, Inc.
2003	Bright Star Systems Corp.
2002	Harrah’s Theatre Equipment
2001	Universal Cinema Services, Inc.
2000	American Cinema Equipment
1999	Bright Star Systems
1998	Media Technology Source
1997	Bright Star Systems
1996	Media Technology Source
1994	Hadden Theatre Supply
1993	Abbott Theatre & Supply
1992	Capital City Supply

Teddy Award

The Teddy Award is presented annually at the ICTA Convention by the active Dealer membership of the ICTA to the ICTA Manufacturer who most closely exemplifies the progressive principals of product development, and provides the dealers with service and up-to-date technical and sales information, while supporting the status of his product without qualification.

2023	Dolby Laboratories
2020	GDC Technology
2018	Christie
2017	Christie
2016	QSC Audio Products, LLC
2015	QSC Audio Products, LLC
2014	QSC Audio Products, LLC
2013	USL, Inc./Ultra Stereo Labs
2012	Moving Image Technologies
2011	Jack Roe (CS) Limited
2010	Christie Digital Systems
2009	Ultra Stereo Labs/USL, Inc.
2008	Christie Digital Systems
2007	Ultra Stereo Labs
2006	Ultra Stereo Labs
2005	Schneider Optics, Inc.
2004	Strong International
2003	Ballantyne/Strong International
2002	JBL Professional
2001	Dolby Laboratories
2000	Schneider Optics
1999	Osram Sylvania
1998	Christie, Inc.
1997	Edw. H. Wolk
1996	Ultra Stereo Labs
1994	Smart Theatre Systems
1993	Strong International
1992	Ultra Stereo Labs

Allen Award

Nearly a decade ago, the ICTA Board of Directors created the Allen Award in honor of Ioan Allen for his outstanding contributions to the ICTA and the industry. Ioan is an executive with Dolby Labs for more than three decades and is known throughout the world as the “Sound Guru”. The award is presented each year at the annual convention.

2023	Susie Beiersdorf
2021	Mark Mayfield
2020	Thomas Ruttgers
2019	Frank Tees
2017	Kevin Eagle
2016	Tony Adamson
2015	Joe DeMeo
2014	Beth Figge
2013	Alan Roe
2012	Bobby Franklin
2011	Bobby Pinkston
2010	Sarah Fuller
2009	Steve Bergman
2008	Dwight Lindsey
2007	Harry Mathias
2006	Terri Westhafer
2005	Harry Mathias
2004	Lyndon Shubert
2003	Bob Sunshine
2002	Yale Richards
2001	Dan Taylor
2000	Ioan Allen

Stace Award

The Stace Award was named in memory of much loved Dolby Labs sales administrator Stacey Rehm. It is presented annually to a person from the exhibition community who is known for exceptional efforts in the evaluation and adoption of new technology.

2011	Mike Thomson, Malco Theatres
2010	(no award given)
2009	(no award given)
2008	(no award given)
2007	Dr. Dieter Buchwald (no company name on plaque – presented in 2008)
2006	John Wolski (no company name at time of award)
2005	Roger Frazee, Regal Cinemas
2004	(no award given)
2003	Sam Giordano, AMC
2002	Steve Wiener, Cine UK
2001	Bill Kartozian, NATO
2000	Bill Kartozian, NATO
1999	Barry Blackburn, Famous Players
1998	Millard Ochs, Warner Mycal
1997	Bob Pinkston, UA Theatres
1996	Glenn Terrell, National Amusements
1995	Jose Gene Anay, Empresa Fantasio
1994	Chris Duffe, Century Theatres
1993	Carl Peterson, Pacific Theatres
1992	Sam Feldman, National Amusements

ICON Award

The ICTA Icon Award is a prestigious recognition given to an individuals or entity who has made significant, lasting contributions to the motion picture industry through technology. Qualifications include demonstrated excellence, leadership, and innovation over an extended period resulting in work that has had profound impact. This award honors not only achievements but also a legacy of influence in shaping the industry.

2024	Tomlinson Holman
2023	Ioan Allen
2022	Will Rogers Motion Pictures Pioneers Foundation

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