S.H.A.D.E.S. — Sisters Honoring Authentic Divas & Empowering Success — is a women's empowerment brand created to inspire confidence, authenticity, connection, and success.
Founded by Aisha Davis, S.H.A.D.E.S. has built a powerful legacy through seven successful years in San Diego, creating meaningful spaces where women gather to be encouraged, celebrated, and inspired. In 2026, that vision expands with the first Houston luncheon — marking a new chapter in the growth of the brand.
Embracing who you are — unapologetically and fully.
Encouraging women to rise in confidence and purpose.
Building meaningful connections and support among women.
Celebrating growth, leadership, and achievement in every form.
Creating spaces and experiences that leave women inspired and changed.
Growing a lasting platform that empowers women in multiple cities.
In a world where women often carry so much, S.H.A.D.E.S. creates space for women to pause, reflect, connect, and be reminded of their strength, worth, and potential. It is a place where encouragement meets excellence and where women are empowered to show up fully as themselves.
S.H.A.D.E.S. is more than a luncheon. It is a movement rooted in purpose, community, and the power of women supporting women.
Aisha Davis is a dynamic entrepreneur, speaker, mentor, model, and visionary leader committed to creating spaces where women feel seen, empowered, and inspired to rise.
A proud Southeast San Diego native now expanding her impact into Houston, Aisha has built her brand around authenticity, resilience, leadership, and purpose. With nearly 20 years in the insurance industry as a Senior Workers' Compensation Underwriter, along with years of entrepreneurial, event leadership, mentorship, and community empowerment experience, she brings a unique blend of corporate expertise, lived experience, and heartfelt inspiration to every stage she steps on.
Aisha is the founder of S.H.A.D.E.S. and a founding member of Women of Southeast, LLC — a collective of seven like-minded women from Southeast San Diego who came together to pool their resources, invest together, and build generational wealth for their families and community.
To empower women to walk boldly in who they are, embrace their authentic voice, and pursue success without apology. Through S.H.A.D.E.S., speaking engagements, mentorship, and community partnerships, she is intentional about building spaces where women are encouraged, affirmed, and reminded of their power.
Nearly 5 years leading Depositing Empowerment Through Outreach & Urban Redevelopment — a mentoring org for girls of color through the F.A.N.C.Y. (Focused and Naturally Confident Youth) Leadership programs.
Founding member building generational wealth through real estate & financial literacy.
Owner of A. Davis Travel agency and a consulting business helping individuals and organizations with planning, strategy, and personal development.
30+ years of modeling. NY & Dallas Fashion Weeks. Invited to walk Paris Fashion Week, October 2026.
With a six-year legacy in San Diego and an exciting expansion into Houston, S.H.A.D.E.S. continues to grow as a platform for purpose, sisterhood, and impact.
"More than a luncheon. A movement rooted in purpose, sisterhood, and impact."
Seven years of impact in San Diego · Now bringing the experience to Houston
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Sponsoring S.H.A.D.E.S. means aligning your brand with a women's empowerment experience rooted in purpose, connection, visibility, and impact. With a strong track record in San Diego and expansion into Houston, S.H.A.D.E.S. offers meaningful opportunities for businesses and community partners to support women while gaining authentic exposure.
We welcome in-kind sponsors who would like to support the event through products or services:
We are grateful for the businesses and community partners who help make S.H.A.D.E.S. possible.
Interested in becoming a sponsor or vendor? Contact us at Shadesluncheon@gmail.com
Showcase your brand, products, or services in front of women who value community, empowerment, and connection. Vendor space at S.H.A.D.E.S. offers a beautiful opportunity to gain visibility, build relationships, and support a meaningful experience for women.
Showcase physical products — beauty, wellness, fashion, jewelry, books, and more — directly to an engaged audience of women.
Promote your business services — coaching, consulting, real estate, finance, photography, design, and more.
Connect with women who invest in themselves. Perfect for beauty, skincare, holistic wellness, and self-care brands.
Whether you need a powerful keynote, a transformative workshop, or a curated experience for your organization — Aisha and the SHADES team are ready to show up for you.
Aisha delivers powerful, story-driven keynotes that ignite confidence, purpose, and action in women at corporate events, conferences, and organizational gatherings.
Interactive, hands-on workshops covering confidence building, authentic leadership, vision planning, and personal growth. Perfect for teams, organizations, and sister circles.
The SHADES Women Empowerment Luncheon — now in San Diego AND Houston. The ultimate sister gathering featuring speakers, networking, and celebration.
Bring women's empowerment programming to your workplace. Custom DEI workshops, women's leadership initiatives, and community-building experiences.
Aisha's travel agency creates curated group travel experiences and retreats for women ready to invest in rest, adventure, and sisterhood across the globe.
Private coaching and consulting sessions with Aisha — unlock your authentic voice, clarify your purpose, and create a roadmap for the bold life you deserve.
SHADES is more than an event brand — it is a living, breathing sisterhood. When you join us, you join a family of women committed to growing together, celebrating together, and rising together.
Show up at luncheons, workshops, and sister circles. Every event is a chance to meet your people.
Stay connected on social media for inspiration, announcements, and community highlights.
Your journey matters. SHADES celebrates every woman's path — wins, lessons, and everything in between.
Mentor, volunteer, or sponsor to help other women rise. The circle of sisterhood grows when we pour in.
Whether you have a question, want to collaborate, or are ready to bring SHADES to your next event — we'd love to hear from you.
Reach out anytime. Our team is passionate about connecting with women, organizations, and partners who share in the vision of authentic empowerment and sisterhood.
A transformational speaker empowering women to turn adversity into leadership, legacy, and generational impact.
Aisha's vision is to grow S.H.A.D.E.S. into a lasting brand and business that extends beyond a single annual event — a recognized empowerment platform that includes signature luncheons, strategic partnerships, speaking engagements, mentorship opportunities, a digital community, and transformational experiences for women in multiple cities.
She envisions a brand that is polished, purposeful, and profitable — one that honors women, inspires confidence, and leaves a legacy of impact.
Through her story of perseverance, leadership, and faith, Aisha Davis has become a powerful voice for women's empowerment. From building a successful corporate career to creating impactful platforms like the SHADES Women's Empowerment Luncheon and Women of Southeast, LLC, she continues to inspire women to rise beyond their circumstances and create lasting change.
Aisha Davis is more than a founder — she is a force behind a movement. From Southeast San Diego to global stages, Aisha Davis empowers women to rise, rebuild, and redefine their legacy.