Adonica Shaw is a 4-time TEDx speaker, medical device designer, doula, and student midwife. Driven by a profound commitment to advancing women’s health. As the founder and CEO of Wingwomen and Wingwomen Technologies, she has dedicated her career to empowering women through innovative healthcare solutions, advocacy, and education.

Adonica’s innovative spirit is exemplified by her achievements in medical device design. She is the youngest African American to attempt to patent the vaginal speculum and the inventor of Nina, an AI-powered vaginal speculum designed to collect biodata for the acceleration of drugs that support women’s bodies throughout their reproductive life cycle. Her work in medical device development underscores her dedication to ensuring that patient voices are integral to healthcare innovation.

Adonica’s journey into healthcare began with a life-changing health crisis that reshaped her understanding of women’s healthcare needs. This personal experience inspired her to transition from patient to founder, leveraging her insights to create platforms and tools that address the unique challenges faced by women throughout their reproductive health journeys.