1998 Hall of Fame--The Son Also Rises

Romano is quick to add, however, that Spenlinhauer's heart is made of pure gold: "He comes off kind of stern and gruff sometimes, but he is a good guy."

Lou Gaspari, corporate vice president for Sun Chemical in Philadelphia, shares the same opinion. Gaspari has been selling Spenlinhauer ink for over two decades, and during that time, he has developed a great deal of respect for Spencer's chief executive.