Jon Kupchin
Hall of Fame Inductee #379
Stillwell, KS, USA
Jon Kupchin’s leadership has elevated Santa Fe Tow Service into one of the most respected names in the towing industry. As owner and CEO, he built his business on a foundation of excellence, integrity, and community service. His vision was not only to run a successful company but to set a national example for professionalism and reliability in towing and recovery operations.
Kupchin’s dedication to community involvement and continuous improvement has shaped his company’s success. He supports local charities and events, donates vehicles for first responder training, and promotes public education about towing safety. A lifelong learner, he continually invests in training and technology to ensure his team operates at the highest standard. As a board member of the International Towing & Recovery Museum, he also works to preserve industry history for future generations. Centered on family and driven by passion, Kupchin continues to lead with purpose, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to the people he serves.
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HALL OF FAME NOMINEE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Tow Equipment/Product Innovation
Innovation of a product sold in the marketplace that has helped move the industry forward. Candidate must have a minimum of 10 years of service to the industry.
Exemplary Dedication
Candidate must have 20 years running a towing business in an outstanding and exemplary manner, promoting a positive image of the towing industry and have positive relations with the community, i.e., performing services for the community about and beyond the services for hire. Limit: One inductee per year.
Industry Leadership
Leadership involved with an outstanding project that has had a dynamic and lasting effect on the towing industry. Candidate must have minimum 10 years service to the towing industry.
Professional Achievement
Creating a product or service of any kind that has had a significant and lasting effect on thousands of towing professionals. Candidate Must have a minimum of 10 years to the industry.