About the Awards
The ADPList100 is an annual recognition of the world's most influential mentors — leaders who give their time, expertise, and energy to help others grow.
The ADPList100 is an annual list celebrating the top 100 mentors who have made an extraordinary impact on the global design and tech community. Selected through a rigorous process combining data, community nominations, and expert review, these mentors represent the best of what it means to give back.
Mentorship is one of the most powerful forces for career growth, yet mentors rarely receive the recognition they deserve. The ADPList100 shines a spotlight on those who dedicate their time and expertise to helping others succeed — inspiring a new generation of mentors to step forward.
Methodology
We analyze mentorship data across the ADPList platform, including session volume, mentee ratings, consistency, and breadth of impact across disciplines.
The ADPList community nominates mentors who have gone above and beyond. These nominations surface mentors whose impact extends beyond what data alone can capture.
A panel of industry leaders reviews the finalist pool, weighing factors like thought leadership, community building, and the lasting influence of their mentorship.