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WIA Profile: Natasha Inamorata

Natasha Inamorata first picked up a disposable camera when she was 8 years old. She quickly became enamored with it and continued to shoot with whatever equipment she could afford. At age 15, she saved enough money to purchase a digital Canon ELPH and began taking portraits of her friends.

Women in Adult ·
opinion

How to Promote, Sell Silicone Impact Toys in Stores

When it comes to selling pleasure products in brick-and-mortar stores, success hinges not just on product quality, but also on staff members’ ability to educate and connect with customers. As frontline educators, retailers play a crucial role in guiding customers through the diverse landscape of pleasure products.

Cheri Curry ·
trends

Collab Nation: Top Creators Share Best Practices for Fruitful Co-Shoots

One of the fastest ways for creators to gain new subscribers and buyers, not to mention monetize their existing fan base, is to collaborate with other creators. The extra star power can multiply potential earnings, broaden brand reach and boost a creator’s reputation in the community.

Alejandro Freixes ·
opinion

A Look at the Wide World of Sex Toy Controls

When we talk about sex toy innovation, a lot of the conversation centers around means of stimulation. Yet while buzzing, thumping and sucking are certainly important, they are not the be-all and end-all of product advancement.

Rebecca Weinberg ·
opinion

Bridging Generational Divides in Payment Preferences

While Baby Boomers and Gen Xers tend to be most comfortable with the traditional payment methods to which they are accustomed, like cash and credit cards, the younger cohorts — Millennials and Gen Z — have veered sharply toward digital-first payment solutions.

Jonathan Corona ·
opinion

Legal and Business Safety for Creators at Trade Shows

As I write this, I am preparing to attend XBIZ Miami, which reminds me of attending my first trade show 20 years ago. Since then, I have met thousands of people from all over the world who were doing business — or seeking to do business — in the adult industry.

Corey D. Silverstein ·
opinion

Affiliate Partnerships Tips for Boosting Pleasure Brands' Digital Presence

If you work in the adult industry, you probably know that affiliate marketing is a performance-based marketing strategy where individuals promote a brand’s products or services and receive commissions for each confirmed sale or referred customer.

Lauren Bailey ·
opinion

Adding AI to Your Company's Tech Toolbox

Artificial intelligence is all the rage. Not only is AI all over the headlines, it is also top of mind for many company leadership teams, who find themselves asking, “How can this new tool help our company?”

Cathy Beardsley ·
opinion

Tips for Leveraging Customer Behavior to Boost Upsells

You’re at a fast-food place, ready to order a cheeseburger, when suddenly the cashier reels you in with a brilliant suggestion: Why not add fries and a drink for only a few extra bucks? That’s upselling: a common sales technique where a seller encourages a customer to purchase additional items or upgrades to enhance their original purchase.

Carly S. ·
opinion

The Ins and Outs of IP Addresses: What Website Owners Should Know

Think about your home address, the place you live. It is unique. That’s important because when you decide to invite someone over, they will need directions to find you. It’s even more important if you want a lot of visitors.

Brad Mitchell ·
profile

Falcon|NakedSword Expands Euro Ambitions With Sir Peter

Falcon|NakedSword president and CEO Tim Valenti is setting his sights on the European market with an increasingly ambitious game plan. He notes that while the gay studio has risen high as a proud American brand for decades, it has seen its global audience broaden, especially in the last four years.

Alejandro Freixes ·
opinion

How Sustainability Yields ROI for Pleasure Brands and Their Retailers

Sexual wellness brands are increasingly adopting eco-conscious and sustainable practices. Many are switching to more Earth-friendly materials, reducing packaging waste and making efforts to lower energy consumption, water consumption and carbon emissions.

Kathryn Byberg ·
opinion

Crafting Tips for Epic Cosplay Costumes

When it comes to cosplaying as a content creator, sometimes you have time to plan ahead and be meticulous. Other times, you have to be quick in order to stay on top of relevant trends. Fortunately, there are a variety of strategies and techniques to help you create a quality cosplay quickly and efficiently, even if you’re in a rush.

Kit Kendal ·
trends

A Look at Diversity in Today's Pleasure Biz

As the pleasure industry has grown and evolved, so has a movement of multicultural executives, engineers and influencers challenging the status quo and working to make the sector more inclusive and representative.

Ariana R., Quinton Bellamie and Raichel McCarthy ·
opinion

Championing Yourself When Applying for Corporate Work

Adult performers and creators have long been sought out for content partnerships and event staffing. In recent years, however, some adult performers have also independently burst through to the mainstream, shaking off the stigma associated with adult while sharing the unique perspectives and expertise that only sex workers and adult talent can offer.

Ramona Flour ·
opinion

Staying Safe Online and in Person as a Creator

Years of content, all gone. Thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment, gone. Feeling safe in your own home? Guess what: also gone. Luckily, my friend was able to move, but she never recovered her stolen property, even after she found out who broke into her home.

SmartyKat314 ·
profile

WIA Profile: Tori Titus-McCrobie

What happens in paradise, stays in paradise — and Tori Titus-McCrobie won’t be leaving her tropical island of career perfection anytime soon, as the longtime sales director has found her bliss selling lubricants, sex toys and condoms to fantastic folks.

Women In Adult ·
opinion

Managing Personal Risk as a Sex Worker Advocate

Everyone in the adult industry is feeling the effects of censorship and discrimination, but it’s sex workers who take the biggest hit when our livelihoods are under attack. If you feel compelled to do something in defense of our industry, there are lots of ways to take action.

Savannah Sly ·
profile

Bonner Trading USA's Ian Kulp Shares His Ambitions for BSwish, Zini Brands

Last year saw the launch of Bonner Trading USA, with Jerome Bensimon, formerly of Satisfyer, at the company’s helm. With the recent addition of Ian Kulp as global sales and marketing director, the company has increased its presence in the U.S. and abroad with new distribution deals and the acquisition of pleasure brands BSwish and Zini.

Kim Airs ·
opinion

Fresh SFW Content Ideas to Amp Up Your Brand

If you’re a content creator, then you have probably found yourself wondering, “How can I make my content stand out on my free pages and SFW socials — without crossing any lines or getting banned?” Well, buckle up because I’ve got some fabulous safe-for-work content ideas that will have your audience begging for more.

Megan Stokes ·
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