He was also given the 2008 Vincent Lombardi Award for Distinction in Sports from the Wisconsin Historical Society. Two years later, in 2010, he was elected to the Wisconsin Business Hall of Fame. In 2019, the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame created the Bob Harlan Leadership Award, which is awarded annually in recognition of "exceptional leadership qualities above the call of duty during or after the recipient's career or association with the Packers".
He was also acknowledged with the 2008 Vincent Lombardi Award for his notable achievements in sports from the Wisconsin Historical Society. Two years later, in 2010, he was elected into the Wisconsin Business Hall of Fame. In 2019, the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame created the Bob Harlan Leadership Award, which is presented annually to recognize "exceptional leadership qualities that surpass expectations during or after his career with the Packers".