ADCOLOR, a leading organization dedicated to fostering community in the creative industries, announced its 2025 classes of ADCOLOR FUTURES and ADCOLOR LEADERS on August 14, 2025. These programs, aligned with ADCOLOR’s “Rise Up, Reach Back” mission, support emerging and established professionals in advertising, marketing, media, and public relations through mentorship, training, and networking opportunities.
ADCOLOR reveals 2025 FUTURES and LEADERS classes on August 14, 2025.
FUTURES program nurtures young professionals with 1-3 years of experience.
LEADERS program supports executives with 15+ years in creative industries.
Both programs include ADCOLOR University and networking at the 2025 conference.
Event themed “CTRL + ALT + LIFT” occurs November 11-14 in Orlando, FL.
Features Apple-powered FUTURES Hub and Hackathon for innovative solutions.
Since its launch in 2012, the ADCOLOR FUTURES program has identified and nurtured young professionals with one to three years of industry experience. The 2025 class, comprising 30 individuals selected through a rigorous application process, demonstrates strong leadership potential and commitment to inclusion initiatives. Participants will engage in ADCOLOR University, hosted in the FUTURES Hub powered by Apple, and the annual FUTURES Hackathon, a one-day challenge to develop innovative solutions. Deutsch will also capture their stories through a bespoke portrait session and yearbook.
The ADCOLOR LEADERS program, in its fourth year, supports professionals with over 15 years of experience as they ascend to executive roles. “It's been incredibly rewarding to watch the ADCOLOR LEADERS program flourish and build a powerful community of purpose-driven professionals,” said Criseli Roddy, Director of Programs at ADCOLOR. The 2025 class of 30 professionals will participate in cutting-edge workshops, thought leader discussions, and self-exploration exercises to foster innovative and inclusive leadership practices.
“We are thrilled to welcome a new generation of trailblazers to the ADCOLOR FUTURES program,” said Candace Queen, Strategic Growth Advisor at ADCOLOR. “This program is a vital investment in the future of our industries and will empower this year’s dynamic group with the mentorship, community, and curated experiences they need to thrive.” Both FUTURES and LEADERS programs emphasize ADCOLOR’s mission to help professionals rise in their careers while reaching back to support their communities, driving meaningful change in creative industries.
Both programs offer attendance to the ADCOLOR 2025 event, featuring the 19th Annual ADCOLOR Awards and Conference, held November 11-14 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando, Florida. Themed “CTRL + ALT + LIFT,” the event will provide a platform for networking, learning, and celebrating diversity and innovation in the creative sector.
ADCOLOR’s 2025 FUTURES and LEADERS classes represent a commitment to cultivating talent and fostering inclusion in creative industries. Through mentorship, training, and the upcoming conference, these programs empower professionals to lead and innovate, shaping a brighter future for their industries.
Founded in 2005, ADCOLOR® is a not-for-profit 501(c) (6) organization whose mission is to build a community of professionals in the creative industries who see, support, and celebrate each other while remaining authentically themselves. Our process is twofold. First, we help individuals and organizations from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences RISE UP by honoring their accomplishments and amplifying their ideas; then we guide these leaders and mentors-to-be to REACH BACK and find others who deserve attention and promotion.
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