Jim Henley Tapped as Master of Ceremonies for XBIZ Awards

LOS ANGELES — Online adult industry veteran Jim Henley has been selected to serve as master of ceremonies for the 5th Annual XBIZ Awards at the Highlands in Hollywood, Calif., Feb. 8. Adult entertainment star Tera Patrick will host the show.

“Jim has emceed previous XBIZ award ceremonies and did a masterful job,” XBIZ Sales Manager Kristen Kaye said. “He knows how to command an audience and will keep the show flowing. Of course, Tera is the eye candy, but Jim has a great stage presence and we are happy to have him back.”

Henley previously worked for Dream Tank and served as Hustler’s post production director. He also emceed the past two XBIZ Awards.

The XBIZ Award has been a symbol of excellence within the adult community since 2000. Nominated by clients and colleagues and judged by a panel of peers, XBIZ winners are the entrepreneurs and business leaders who keep the adult marketplace eclectic, relevant and constantly evolving.

The XBIZ Awards ceremony marks the culmination of the XBIZ Hollywood '07 Industry Conference, which is the adult entertainment industry's next-generation annual conference. Set against the Hollywood glamour of the Roosevelt Hotel, the event will unite the power centers of the industry for two days of intensive workshops, seminars and networking opportunities. Registration for the conference is still open.

A handful of exclusive VIP tables at the awards show are still available. Direct all inquiries to Kaye by emailing kristen@xbiz.com

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