The         

mentors

League members are carefully selected for their outstanding creative work, and their demonstrated connection to human rights and social justice.

Hannah Johnson

Head of Creative Strategy
Snap

Hannah Johnson is Head of Creative Strategy at Snap. Hannah is leading Snap Inc.'s journey in German-speaking regions, fusing strategic digital marketing and AI and AR technologies with the intersection of culture – ultimately crafting groundbreaking campaigns, propelling brand narratives and impactful brand partnerships that resonate with diverse audiences. Furthermore, as a member of FC St. Pauli's Digital Board, Hannah is an advisor to steer the iconic club through a digital transformation, fostering innovative revenue models and communication strategies.

Championing diversity, Hannah co-initiated "ADC Future Females" and the broader D&I program at the Art Directors Club, reflecting her dedication to inclusive excellence in the creative industry. Her advocacy for varied voices in the media landscape is reflected by multiple prestigious awards nominations, including the Emotion Women in Leadership Award.

Hannah mentors WAVE Network.

Shahnaz Ahmed

Director Creative&Innovation
The Social Element

Shahnaz Ahmed is an award-winning British creative leader with 2 decades of experience delivering bold, purposeful work across advertising, design, tech, and social change. She’s the founder of Knit Aid, a global movement supporting refugees, whose story she shared in a TEDx talk that inspired thousands.

From driving creative strategy at Meta to leading the creative and innovation arm at global social media agency Social Element, Shahnaz blends creativity with inclusivity to shape work that truly matters. A Cannes Lions See It Be It alum, keynote speaker, and mother of two, she champions representation and leads with empathy, courage, and heart – building diverse teams and inspiring others to stay and thrive in the industry.

Shahnaz mentors Astra Network.

Maria Milusheva

Chief Creative Officer
OM Group
Founding Mother
MUCH BETTER

Maria Milusheva is the Chief Creative Officer at the biggest communication group in Bulgaria - OM Group, and the powerhouse behind MUCH BETTER - the country’s first femvertising agency.  Recognized with 100+ accolades, including 20 EFFIE Awards, Maria's work reflects her proven ability to pair imaginative thinking with real-world performance. She’s shared her insights on stages such as Cannes Lions, TEDx, Golden Drum, Ad Black Sea, and Exponential University of Applied Sciences.

Maria mentors Médecins du Monde.

LIZI HAMER

Executive Creative Director
No2ndPlace

Lizi Hamer earns attention for brands around the world by building smart partnerships, crafting generous ideas, and always Story Hunting. Her work has delivered award-winning campaigns, driven meaningful innovation, and helped shape positive change. As Global Executive Creative Director at Octagon, Lizi brings a sharp creative lens to the world of sport, with deep expertise in women’s sport, on and off the field. Lizi has also co-built the foundations of No2ndPlace, an agency using sport to create enduring social change.

Named as one of The Drum’s World’s Most Creative Women and honoured with Campaign Asia’s Women Leading Change Award, she is the co-author of Creative Superpowers and co-founder of SisuGirls. Her creative leadership has earned accolades across The Clios, Cannes Lions, Spikes Asia and beyond. A frequent speaker, she’s appeared on Gruen, taken the TEDx stage, and shared thought leadership at global conferences.

Lizi mentors Solidarna Foundation.

NICKY LORENZO

Co-founder & Head of Creative
Twice on Sunday

With two decades of shaping global campaigns at major ad agencies, Nicky Lorenzo has built and led high-performing teams that turn insight into impact – driving growth, loyalty, and love for some of the world’s most iconic brands. As the Co-Founder & Head of Creative at Twice On Sunday, she leads with bold ideas, sharp strategy, and a deep belief in the power of branding to move culture and business.

Her commitment to equity and representation led her to serve as a 2023 ADCOLOR AdLeader and to take part in Cannes See It Be It as a cohort member first, and alumni tutor next. That experience deepened her belief that creativity and inclusion aren’t separate goals – they are mutually reinforcing engines for innovation. A copywriter by trade, she’s also worked as a stadium vendor, a lingerie salesgirl, and a daycare center teacher. But her favorite role by far has been Life Skills Coach to the two little people who call her “mom”.

Nicky mentors Dalan Fund.