Kade Henderson (@KadesMode)

Kade Henderson (She/Her) is a multidisciplinary designer known for turning bold ideas into unforgettable experiences. With a signature style rooted in strategy, storytelling, and innovation, she doesn’t just build brands; she aims to build legacies.

As the creative force behind many brands that we all love, editorials, publications, and business campaigns, Kade has worked with global names, luxury brands, and powerhouse entrepreneurs to create sleek, high-impact visuals that move markets and culture alike. Her ability to blend creative intuition with business acumen makes her the secret sauce behind many standout identities online.

Born in Hartford, Connecticut, and raised in Rochester, New York, Kade’s has always lived at the intersection of culture, creativity, and community. Her passion for travel, research, and design has shaped not only how she sees the world but how she builds within it.

Kade’s approach is grounded in clarity, depth, and cultural relevance. She’s not chasing trends she’s building timeless systems that scale. From custom web design to elevated brand strategy, she leads with intention and designs with purpose, helping businesses stand taller in crowded spaces.

Outside the studio, Kade is a speaker, mentor, and advocate for representation in the design field. Raised between Rochester and Hartford, she channels the energy of cities that birthed photography and marketing into every pixel she places. She’s a woman of color making major moves, designing with legacy in mind and excellence at the core.

In today’s evolving digital landscape, where AI is rewriting the rules, Kade believes success is not about being first, but about being effective. Kade aims to bring clarity to chaos by identifying opportunities others miss and transforming overlooked ideas into extraordinary results. Whether Kade is building a high-converting website, developing a bold brand identity through videos or photos, or consulting on growth strategy, Kade’s approach every challenge with focus, excellence, and innovation.

Notable Accomplishments

  • 15 plus Years of Experience as a Professional
  • Designed for 500+ Clients from Celebrities to Legacy Brands
  • Collaborated with industry leaders and artists, including:
  • Divine Council, DJ Suede (Remix God), Go Dumb Records, 38 Spesh, Sue Wong, Phuong My, Bel Kazan, Chef Allen Brown, Fonzworth Bentley, Kevin Hart, Big Sean, People’s Choice Awards, NAACP Image Awards, Emmys, Country Music Awards, ROC BMA Awards, Aflac, Aldo, Intermix, Nude Barre & etc.
  • Worked with Luxury Fashion Houses: Christian Louboutin, Michael Kors, Alexander Wang, Dior, Chanel, Ferragamo & Missoni
  • Supported Brands + Talent Across the NFL, NBA, WWE, and more
  • Awarded by the Governor, Mayor, and Senators of New York 2017’
  • Awarded by Mayor and Senators of Connecticut 2018’
  • 2015 First Pageant Queen from Rochester, NY to Hold State Titles Finalist in
    Miss USA & Miss Black USA later served as State Director and Designer for Connecticut
  • 2015 International Creative Residencies + Studies in Paris, Italy, and Mexico
  • Educational Training: Harvard, FIT, CSUN Northridge & Buffalo State College

 

 

Past Appearances

  • Panel speaker for Rochester Business Journal and Little Theatre
  • Hosted for New Britain High School Annual Event
  • Hosted for Rochester’s Stop the Violence Event
  • Speaker at Rochester’s Women’s Prep School
  • Lecturer at California State University, Northridge
  • Hosted and Panel Speaker at Buffalo State College, SUNY
  • Panel speaker at the Fashion Institute of Technology, SUNY
  • Former Radio Personality for 100.9 WXIR FM Extreme Independent Radio
  • Interviewed Nicki Minaj, Max B, Shanell SNL Young Money, The Shade Room
  • Former Website Designer for Buffalo State College, FIT, and CSUN
  • Former Newspaper Designer for Southwest Tribune
  • Former Miss Black New York USA 2015 State Title Holder
  • Former Miss New York USA 2015 Finalist