About Elite 100
Elite 100 is the world’s premier publication dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the most influential professionals across every industry. We spotlight the visionaries, innovators, and leaders who are shaping the future of business, technology, healthcare, finance, and beyond.
Our Mission
Elite 100 exists to identify, celebrate, and share the stories of exceptional professionals who are making significant impacts in their fields. Our mission extends beyond recognition – we aim to inspire the next generation of leaders by showcasing diverse paths to success and the innovative thinking that drives industry transformation.
Through our comprehensive editorial coverage, in-depth profiles, and exclusive interviews, we provide unparalleled insights into what it takes to excel at the highest levels of professional achievement.
Our
Values
The principles that guide our editorial decisions and shape our commitment to showcasing professional excellence across all industries.
Excellence
We recognize and celebrate the highest standards of professional achievement across all industries.
Diversity
Our platform showcases professionals from every background, fostering inclusive representation of success.
Innovation
We highlight forward-thinking leaders who are shaping the future of their respective fields.
Impact
We feature professionals who create meaningful change and positive impact in their communities and industries.
Our Story
Founded in 2009, Elite 100 began as a vision to create a platform that would recognize and celebrate professional excellence across all industries. What started as a single annual publication has evolved into a comprehensive media brand featuring specialized magazines, digital content, and exclusive events.
2009
The Beginning
Elite 100 Real Estate launched, featuring the top professionals in luxury residential and commercial real estate.
2015
Expansion
Added specialized publications covering finance, technology, healthcare, and business leadership across multiple industries.
2020
Digital Evolution
Launched comprehensive digital platform featuring interactive profiles, video content, and global accessibility.
Today, Elite 100 is recognized as the definitive authority on professional excellence, trusted by industry leaders, investors, and decision-makers worldwide for our rigorous editorial standards and comprehensive coverage of the most influential professionals across every sector of the global economy.
Editorial Leadership
Our editorial team combines decades of experience in business journalism, luxury publishing, and industry expertise to deliver unparalleled coverage of professional excellence.
Don Brady
Josh Cohen
Jean Harding
Betty Taylor
Erin Jenkins
Mary Clausen
Don Brady
Senior graphic designer
I’m Don Brady, a senior graphic designer with over 15 years of professional experience, crafting thoughtful and effective visual design since 2009. I specialize in building strong brand identities and design systems that are clear, modern, and purpose-driven.
My approach blends strategic thinking with refined aesthetics—focusing on typography, layout, and visual consistency to create work that communicates clearly and resonates with audiences. I’ve collaborated with startups, agencies, and established brands, guiding projects from concept through execution with a calm, detail-oriented process.
I value simplicity, strong concepts, and design that stands the test of time. Whether leading creative direction or supporting a broader team, I bring reliability, experience, and a senior-level perspective to every project.
- EXPERTISE
Business Strategy, Market Analysis
- EDUCATION
MBA Harvard Business School, BA Columbia Journalism
- RECENT AWARDS
Josh Cohen
Founder, Elite 100 · Senior Graphic Designer & Creative Director
I’m Josh Cohen, a senior graphic designer and creative director with over three decades of professional experience. I began my career in graphic design in 1990 and founded Elite 100 in 2009 to deliver high-level creative work for brands and individuals who demand clarity, sophistication, and lasting impact.
My work is rooted in strong fundamentals—typography, composition, and visual systems—combined with a strategic understanding of brand and communication. Over the years, I’ve partnered with executives, cultural institutions, agencies, and premium brands to create identities and design solutions that are timeless, confident, and purpose-driven.
Experience has shaped my approach: calm, precise, and intentional. I focus on design that communicates quietly but powerfully—work that holds up over time rather than follows trends.
Selected Work
A curated collection of branding, editorial, and visual identity projects developed through Elite 100 and independent practice.
Areas of Focus
Brand Identity & Visual Systems
Editorial & Publication Design
Digital & Print Design
Art & Creative Direction
High-Level Design Consultation
Each project reflects a disciplined process, from concept and strategy through execution.
Design Philosophy
Great design is built on restraint, clarity, and confidence.
I believe the strongest work doesn’t seek attention—it earns it.
- EXPERTISE
Publishing, Luxury Markets
- EDUCATION
MBA Wharton, BS Northwestern Medill
- RECENT AWARDS
Jean Harding
Founding editor of Elite 100
From the very beginning, Jean set the editorial vision for Elite 100: to go beyond rankings and accolades and instead tell the stories behind achievement. Under her leadership, the publication became known for its depth, integrity, and refined voice—profiling individuals and organizations not merely for success, but for impact, innovation, and influence.
Jean’s editorial career is marked by a rare combination of creative discernment and strategic rigor. Prior to Elite 100, she held senior editorial roles across respected media and publishing platforms, where she oversaw long-form features, executive interviews, and brand-driven narratives at the highest level. Her work has consistently bridged journalism and storytelling with business insight, earning her a reputation as an editor trusted by industry leaders, founders, and visionaries.
As Editor of Elite 100, Jean has curated and edited thousands of profiles, guiding contributors and honorees alike to articulate their journeys with clarity, authenticity, and distinction. Her editorial standards—precise, thoughtful, and uncompromising—have become synonymous with the Elite 100 name.
Beyond her editorial responsibilities, Jean is widely respected as a mentor and steward of editorial excellence. She has championed thoughtful leadership representation, elevated diverse voices, and ensured that every Elite 100 recognition reflects substance as well as success.
Jean Harding’s legacy is inseparable from Elite 100 itself. Through her vision and steady leadership, the publication has endured, evolved, and maintained its prestige for more than a decade—standing as a testament to the power of well-crafted stories and principled editorial direction.
- EXPERTISE
Leadership, Innovation Strategy
- EDUCATION
PhD Organizational Behavior Harvard, MBA Stanford
- RECENT AWARDS
– Education 2018
Betty Taylor
Head Editorial Writer
Betty is recognized for her disciplined editorial approach and her ability to craft clear, compelling narratives that honor both achievement and substance. Her work ensures consistency, depth, and tonal precision across Elite 100 features, translating professional success into stories defined by insight, context, and credibility. Working closely with editorial leadership, she helps steward the publication’s editorial integrity as its reach continues to grow.
- EXPERTISE
Design, Brand Strategy
- EDUCATION
MFA Art Center College of Design, BA Parsons School of Design
- RECENT AWARDS
Erin Jenkins
Lead Editor of Elite 100
With over a decade of experience in high-impact editorial roles, Jenkins has built a career at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and cultural relevance. At Elite 100, she oversees long-form features, executive profiles, and investigative pieces that examine not just success, but the systems, decisions, and values that sustain it. Her work is distinguished by depth, clarity, and an insistence on intellectual rigor—qualities that have elevated the publication’s authority among senior executives, founders, and policy shapers worldwide.
Jenkins began her career in financial and business media, where she developed a reputation for translating complex economic and organizational dynamics into compelling, accessible narratives. Her early reporting on leadership trends, corporate governance, and emerging markets earned recognition for both insight and precision, laying the foundation for her editorial leadership today.
As Lead Editor, Jenkins manages cross-functional editorial teams, collaborates closely with data analysts and researchers, and works directly with contributors across industries including finance, technology, fashion, real estate, and social enterprise. She is deeply involved in curating the Elite 100 list, ensuring that each honoree reflects not only achievement, but influence, integrity, and long-term impact.
Beyond the page, Jenkins is a sought-after moderator and speaker on topics ranging from executive leadership and brand authority to the evolving role of media in shaping public trust. She is particularly passionate about elevating underrepresented voices in leadership and redefining how success is portrayed in elite spaces.
Erin Jenkins holds herself—and her publication—to a simple standard: excellence must be earned, examined, and explained. Under her editorial direction, Elite 100 continues to set the benchmark for intelligent, forward-looking leadership journalism.
- EXPERTISE
Global Markets, International Business
- EDUCATION
MA International Relations LSE, BA Economics Oxford
- RECENT AWARDS
Mary Clausen
Editor at Elite 100
At Elite 100, Clausen oversees feature development and executive profiles, working closely with senior contributors, researchers, and designers to ensure each story meets the publication’s exacting standards. Her editorial approach balances rigorous analysis with narrative elegance, bringing clarity and dimension to stories about high-level leadership, innovation, and power dynamics across global industries.
Clausen’s career is rooted in business and cultural journalism, where she developed a strong command of long-form storytelling and editorial strategy. Prior to joining Elite 100, she worked across print and digital platforms, editing coverage on corporate leadership, brand evolution, philanthropy, and the personal philosophies that drive top-tier decision-makers. Her work is marked by a nuanced understanding of how influence is built—and sustained—over time.
Within the Elite 100 editorial team, Clausen is known for her discerning eye and collaborative leadership style. She is deeply involved in shaping the magazine’s thematic direction, guiding contributors through complex subjects while preserving each story’s authenticity and authority. Her editorial leadership ensures that Elite 100 remains both aspirational and credible, appealing to readers who value insight over hype.
Clausen is also instrumental in the development of the Elite 100 list, contributing to the research, evaluation, and narrative framing of honorees. She brings a sharp analytical lens to the selection process, with a particular focus on long-term impact, ethical leadership, and cultural relevance.
Beyond her editorial responsibilities, Clausen is an advocate for thoughtful representation in media and the elevation of women in leadership. She frequently mentors emerging editors and writers, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, discipline, and editorial integrity in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
Mary Clausen’s work reflects a core belief that excellence is not merely achieved—it is examined, contextualized, and held to account. Through her editorial leadership, Elite 100 continues to define what modern prestige journalism looks like.
- EXPERTISE
Technology, Innovation, Startups
- EDUCATION
MS Computer Science Stanford, BS Engineering MIT
- RECENT AWARDS
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