2026 Presenters
Akuda & sweetwisteria
Stephan Dew and SweetWisteria are an M/s couple who have been together for 11 years and teaching lifestyle classes for the past seven years. Their deep love of order, protocol, and connection drives their dynamic and informs their teaching, where they explore the fundamentals of communication, relational psychology, and emotional intelligence to help others enhance and deepen their M/s and power exchange relationships. Both relationship enthusiasts and self-described relationship geeks, Stephan and SweetWisteria are fascinated by how intentionality, attention to detail, and thoughtful protocols strengthen trust, intimacy, and communication. Their approach balances structure with playfulness, helping participants translate lessons from formal rituals into everyday life. They live in a poly/queer household with five other adults, one cat, and two dogs, creating a rich environment to practice collaboration, care, and complex dynamics. This lived experience informs their workshops, providing real-world insights into relationship management, negotiation, and connection across multiple relationships.
Alistair LeatherHiraeth
Master Alistair LeatherHiraeth served as Bootblack Europe 2020 and International Mr. Bootblack 2022. Residing on the picturesque west coast of Wales with his boy Jak, Alistair is a Trans, polyamorous Leatherman, a dedicated bootblack, a family Dominant of the UK KRueL Leather Family and also conversely, slave to and the owned property of his Master, DK Leather. Alistair's journey in the Leather community has been one of dedication and hard work, earning his Leathers and Master’s cover from the bottom up through his Leather family. His passion for the Leather community and its history has driven him to help create space for bootblacking as a visible and accessible kink by integrating it into fetish and Leather events and producing the Bootblack Europe and UK Bootblack Contests. To Alistair, bootblacking is an intimate act of service and nurture, capable of including sensuality, eroticism, and power exchange, and he encourages you to negotiate with your bootblack for what you want. Alistair is passionate about boots and all aspects of Leather, and loves sharing his knowledge to others. He flags black, red, hunter green, and duck egg blue on the left. He also graciously accepts bootblack tips in the form of impeccable service and cigars - just in case you're a bit short on cash! 😉
Amethyst_glaze & elle marie
First connecting through the Black Kink Network (BKN) on Clubhouse, Amethyst and elle marie's friendship was nurtured through dialogue, curiosity, and devotion to growth within kink and Leather culture. their shared passion for community education and critical reflection has evolved from virtual rooms to in-person leadership and mentorship. Amethyst is a dynamic educator who specializes in the intersections of spirituality, kink, and self-identity. her approach translates clinical and relational insights into frameworks for embodied intimacy, ethical power exchange, and emotional regulation. Currently collared to TheForge, Amethyst is a regional titleholder (Ms. SELF 2025), cofounder of the Black Kink Network and Engagement Coordinator for SELF. elle marie brings over two decades of experience in higher education as both professor and administrator, designing and facilitating various educational workshops. Currently collared to the House of Royals, elle serves as facilitator for the COVET Munch Group, guiding others in service, protocol, and the nuances of relational authority. Together, they blend academic rigor with lived experience, translating the languages of structure, psychology, and devotion into engaging discussions.
anandalila
Anandalila (or 'Lila for short) self identifies as a queer, witchy switch. Her tantric journey began more than 15 years ago when she entered a yoga studio that unexpectedly changed her life for the better. Today 'Lila brings gentle movement, breath awareness, and energetic experiences to people of all genders, shapes, sizes, and abilities in the metro Atlanta area and beyond through yoga, tantra, hypnosis, and art. As a curvy girl with a generous figure, Anandalila is invested in bringing body acceptance and weight inclusivity into all of her offerings. Teaching really lights her up, and she is grateful to have presented at various events including Frolicon, Sex Down South, Kinky Kollege, Leather Leadership Conference (LLC), SE Leatherfest, and InfinityCon, as well as the 1763 social club in Atlanta, GA. When she is not on the mat, 'Lila enjoys making art, bird watching, and, of course, chocolate.
Artemis
Artemis is a young, lesbian, genderqueer Leathergirl based in North Carolina. She is involved in many organizations in her local scene, and loves to organize events. Artemis is currently affiliated (a pledge as of October 2025) with House of the Hydra. She takes pride in participating in her community, and seeks to serve and give back whenever possible. She has been active in the Charlotte NC community and beyond since 2023, but has been in the lifestyle since 2019. Artemis' motto is "ever forward", reflecting her dedication to constant improvement and lifelong learning.
Aurabella
Aurabella has been active in the kink community for over five years and found her passion for wax play a little over a year ago. Known for blending creativity and sensation, she has evolved from simple drip scenes to themed experiences with homemade wax props. An active little and princess switch, Aurabella embraces playfulness and emotional depth both in and out of the dungeon. With experience demoing fire play in her community, she now brings her knowledge of wax to a wider audience for the first time, always emphasizing safety, consent, and connection through creativity.
b_wylde
b_wylde, known to her friends as b or beth, has been in the lifestyle for almost 19 years. Affectionately nicknamed by her Owners as their primal gerbil, she is the collared submissive and babygirl of her Goddess, -Celtic- and her Daddy, pit_for_her. She has been extremely active in the NC scene for the past 11 years. She identifies as a leather, bi, poly, primal, little, babygirl, service submissive and sadomasochistic switch. b is a huge advocate for education. During her time in the community she has taught multiple classes, helped set up/run events and worked at several local playspaces. beth is the creator and host of Exploration Stations, a yearly try-it-out event held in NC. ES gives people the chance to experience various types of play in a safe and controlled environment. b is also one of the co-founders of the Leather house, Teach Cloiche. (House of Stone) Beth and her two Owners are currently hosting monthly fundraiser events for their 501 c3 non-profit ‘The NC Croft’ which will be a new and much needed permanent playspace in NC with a focus on education.
babybenz
BabyBenz, known affectionately as Benz, is a proud Leather girl, Bootblack, and passionate voice within Atlanta’s kink and Leather community. A proud member of TNG, Benz identifies as a masochist and a slave who currently serves within a D/s dynamic with her Dom. She approaches her service with intention, humility, and heart — seeing it not as submission alone, but as strength through devotion. Her classes focus on helping submissives and bottoms find their voice, build confidence, and stand tall in their service. Benz teaches that submission is not about silence or fragility — it’s about self-awareness, empowerment, and courage. With honesty, compassion, and a little humor, she challenges bottoms to take up space, honor their boundaries, and grow into the best version of themselves. Benz is the founder of Right Side ATL, a BIPOC-centered submissive social group built to create safe, affirming, and educational spaces for connection and growth. Through this work, she amplifies voices often unheard in kink spaces and builds community rooted in authenticity and belonging. Beyond her leadership, Benz serves as a Domo for Subby School, where she channels her joy of service and mentorship into helping others navigate their journeys in power exchange. Whether she’s blacking boots, facilitating discussion, or offering guidance, Benz embodies service as a love language — given freely, deeply, and intentionally.
Bambi Twist
Bambi Twist (she/they) joined the kink and leather communities in 2021, carrying forward a legacy of love, affirmation, and Leather family tradition. As a young Black person raised in a deeply supportive environment, she brings a grounded, lived perspective on identity, gender, and freedom.
Bigdadddy205 & aluinn205
Bigdadddy205 and aluinn205 are the 2025 SouthEast Power Exchange Title holders. With over 50 years combined experience in the Leather/BDSM lifestyles, they believe in education as a primary goal, and feel you should never stop learning, no matter your age. Retirement affords them ample time to travel, and they love visiting Leather and Kink events across the country. They enjoy attending classes as often as they can, and they are always excited to share what they’ve learned. Bigdadddy has led classes in some of his favorite subjects, including wax play and mousse fireplay. He also enjoys needle play and leather bondage, and strives to learn as much as possible in both technique and safety. Aluinn is fond of leading talks on protocol and service teaching BDSM basics, dungeon/scene etiquette, and roles in Kink. She finds joy in service to her communities, both kinky and vanilla. She and Bigdadddy like to spend their spare time volunteering at local senior centers and nursing homes, where they are especially fond of playing Santa and Mrs. Claus. Bigdadddy and aluinn live a 24/7 DD/lg dynamic that gives them the unique opportunity to advocate for ageplayers in Leather. They are founding members of The TreeHouse, a Leather house of ageplayers. In addition, they've formed the Fetlife group C.L.A.P., Connecting Leather Age Players, to share resources and promote camaraderie among ageplayers in Leather. They are passionate about fostering community and inclusion for all those who walk their Leather paths in their own unique ways. Gracie, aluinn’s 6-year-old persona, enjoys coloring, matchbox cars, bubbles, and play dates with her friends. She loves her puppy and her favorite doll, Lucy. She is excited to participate in SELF to help show the world that Littles Are Leather.
boy Badu Ngozi
boy Badu Ngozi (he/him/boy) is a 26-year old, Afro-Latino, non-binary leatherboy. He has been apart of the kink scene since 2020 and a leatherboy since 2022. In that time, boy has committed himself to service; service to his community. His work in the community has earned him the title of Chicago Leather Ambassador 2025. His mission: Make. Service. Sexy. boy’s objective is to expand and deepen his service to the leather and kink community and creating space for those who are under represented in the broader community. boy is one of the founder of Chi-Town boys of Leather and Kink in hopes of reviving the boy scene and expanding what it means to be a ‘boy’.
boy Jeremy
boy Jeremy entered into the world of kink and leather two years ago after constant flirtation with and adjacency to the scene ever since he came out of the closet at the age of 32. Finally becoming part of the leather community helped him to live as his whole self without fear at all times. Ever since properly joining the leather scene, he's thrown himself into the community to the point where he won his first title at Hillside Campground in 2025, becoming their newest Leather boy titleholder. Now he’s using his title to provide service to the leather community and being a visible kink and leather ambassador wherever he goes. He is ecstatic to be the service boy that he is for this community that he loves. He currently resides in Binghamton, NY with his Sir Frē and his Alpha Buddy. His main kinks are rope bondage, power exchange play, CBT, and head shaving, but he’s constantly exploring more and more aspects of the community and learning about himself. One of the issues he cares about most in the community is educating about and dispelling myths around the act of submission as well as caring for his fellow boys and bois. Most of all, he’s eager to engage more and more in the community and make connections with the people in it while sharing his whole authentic self.
BrattyGinger & OceanEyedDevil/Chris
BrattyGinger (she/her) entered the Atlanta Kink scene in 2021, and identifies as a Sadomasochistic Little that plays on both sides of the slash. You can typically find her tied up or wreaking consensual havoc in our dungeon. She is 3 years sober and counting! OceanEyedDevil (he/him) has been in the community since 2020 and identifies as a Rigger Daddy that switches. He is talented in rope, needles, fireplay, and electroplay. He has been sober for 4 years and counting! Together, they create KREAM: Kink Recovery, Education, and Mutual Support.
Bunny Girl
Bunny Girl (She/Her) is a polyamorous, bratty service little in leather. After finding the BDSM and Leather community, she has worked to contribute through education and volunteerism. From being the primary handler for an M/s title couple to co-facilitating her local protocol group, she feels that power exchange should always include romanticizing life.
CarmillaJBX
Educator, kinky nomad & Priestess of Hedonism with 15+ yrs in CA, FL, NY & Puerto Rico. Owned by Big John (S FL). Founder of Femmes Burning Flowers (420-friendly kink space for femmes) her kink life is about in sadomasochism, power exchange, poly, and living in authenticity.
Ceansa
Pansexual, kinky, polyamorous, trans nonbinary, and delightfully nerdy, Ceansa is loudly in the community since 2017, embracing growth as a service-oriented, bottom-heavy sadomasochistic switch. They especially enjoy heavy impact, primal wrestling, massage, breathplay, and anticipatory service. Dedicated to consent, education, service, community, and the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Ceansa has previously served on the board of the Greenville, SC TNG chapter for three years, taught classes, bottomed for demos and performances, established a food pantry, marched for women’s rights, volunteered for Pride events, and currently serves on the board of two LGBTQAI+ nonprofits in their locality. They are privileged to help SouthEast LeatherFest embody love, leather, and the lifestyles we celebrate for seven years and counting.
Cherry Moon
Cherry Moon (they/them) is a lover of suffering in all its forms and a lifelong learner. They identify as a self-collared switch, Leatherperson, and self-tier based in Tennessee. Cherry is passionate about inclusive education and community empowerment, both in BDSM and their vanilla life. Cherry has been in the lifestyle for 8 years, practicing rope for 3 years, and they currently volunteer as a part of the ChAPTER admin team in Chattanooga.
CorgReporter
CorgRepoorter (it/she/they), is a genderflux transfemme from NC (and a certified good dog according to its Handler). She has been a member of the organized kink community for several years, however her interest in kink stems back to her time in college. In their years in the community, they have found themselves being a latex pup, hypno bottom, bondage lover, masochist, and submissive through and through. It has a mission of making latex more accessible through education and hands-on demonstration. A mission that was bolstered after attending and volunteering at SELF 2025. When not teaching about latex, you can usually find them hunched over a model kit.
CraigJustCraig
Rope is an art, for me, creating a visual and emotional narrative through each tie. My intention is to blend aesthetics with the embodiment of power, surrender, and connection, Each session is a unique journey, carefully crafted to reflect the dynamic between myself and the person I'm tying.
daddy don
Don Melville (@InkedBanker) (he/him/his)- has been a member of the leather community since coming out in his early twenties when he took a strong liking to fisting. Since then, he has become a friendly outgoing kink educator teaching classes on Fisting, Electro Play and Sir/boy dynamics across North America. Don is an Alumni Director of Southeast Black and Blue retiring after more than a decade of service. He sits on the Board of Directors of Peach Pals and volunteers regularly For Fist Fest. Enjoying life as a leather elder, Don still assists the community as a mediator, mentor and Sponsor. When not in gear donating his time and talents, he is a Private Banker, Floral Designer and Jeep enthusiast. He enjoys spending time with his chosen family and his boxer mix Baxter.
Daddy Zulu & girl sommer Misfit
Daddy Zulu and girl sommer Misfit are a poly couple in a M/s dynamic that are active in the Leather Culture. Daddy Zulu is a social justice activist and Leatherman and Co Founder of Leather Solidarity Collective. girl sommer is the 2005 titleholder of Southeast Boy. Together they live in an authority transfer relationship focused on love, adventure and awareness on the issues that affect our culture.
Daisy Blue
Daisy Blue (They/Them) is a seasoned Bootblack and Leatherperson dedicated to preserving and sharing the art and tradition of bootblacking and Leather culture through community care, education, and mentorship. With a decade of experience across the U.S., Daisy’s most treasured moments are the stories and history shared during their time at the chair. They currently call Nashville home and volunteer with The Mark by CPI as House Bootblack Team Manager and Captain of Nashville Hot Leather. Outside of bootblacking, Daisy enjoys art, hockey smut, and a cold Dr. Pepper.
Dex
Dex is a Dominant who began his journey in the leather lifestyle 26 years ago on an educational and self-reflective path of discovery. Dex's greatest passion is whip play. As a retired college professor, Dex connects techniques based upon proven theories in the field of adult education to singletails. He is the author of 3 books: Whips in the Dungeon: Singletail Techniques for Play; Variations and Vignettes: Advanced Singletail play; and his newest book, Caning Energy: Pain and Pleasure, available on Amazon. He also produces the YouTube channels: The Leather Journey and Whips in the Dungeon.
DocDeth & manic_baby20
DocDeth and Manic_baby20 (Em) are a dynamic presenting duo in the Charleston, SC kink community. Together, they co-organize Friends of Nights with Deth (@Friends_of_NWD), a group dedicated to fostering safety, inclusion, and growth through education, mental health awareness, and authentic connection. With over 19 years of combined experience, Doc and Em are committed to creating spaces where individuals feel seen, respected, and empowered to explore their kink journeys. DocDeth brings over 13 years of lifestyle experience as a skilled top. His expertise spans a wide range of practices, including impact, blood, needle, electric, cigar, and knife play. Known for his adaptability, Doc tailors each scene to the needs of his partners, creating experiences that balance intensity, artistry, and care. Originally from Ohio, Doc has become a deeply valued part of the South Carolina kink scene and continues to champion education and responsible exploration. Em, known as Manic_baby20, has been in the lifestyle for six years. Since 2023, she has shared a dynamic relationship with Doc as his bottom, submissive, and slave, while also evolving into her identity as a switch. Drawn to bloody, edgy, and intense scenes, Em frames her journey around honesty, respect, transparency, and communication. Her focus on mental health and personal growth allows her to bring a deeply human, empathetic perspective to her play and teaching. Together, Doc and Em champion consent, communication, and authenticity. Their mission is to build a supportive community that prioritizes education, acceptance, and opportunity, while guiding others toward deeper self-awareness and confidence. As presenters, they offer not just technical skill, but also lived experience—helping participants explore kink in safe, informed, and empowering ways.
Domina Alluriah
Domina Alluriah hails from the Gulf Coast and is currently in leadership of several groups across four states. She is the chapter director of MAsT:Biloxi, a co leader of SMART in MS, the current VP of Les Bon Temps in AL, and part of the facilitation team for HALE ( Hurrican Alley Leather Enthusiasts ). As a mixed race trans leatherwoman she focuses on representation and diversity, inclusion, as well as the importance that communication, transparency, and trust holds in TPE dynamics. She has educated from Coast to Coast , written for BLIC MAgazine, and works from home as a freelance visual artist.
Dr. Rachel
Dr. Rachel Anne Kieran (she/dr) is a licensed psychologist, educator, and community organizer specializing in sexual, gender, and relational diversity, neurodiversity, and body liberation. She is the founder of StorieBrook Therapy & Consulting, an affirming mental health practice dedicated to dismantling barriers to care and supporting marginalized communities through clinical work, education, and community space. Rachel’s work is grounded in a deep belief that embodiment, pleasure, and connection are powerful tools for healing. A proud fat, queer, neurodivergent practitioner and long-time member of kink and leather communities, she brings both lived experience and professional expertise to spaces where identity, desire, and liberation intersect. Her workshops weave together trauma-informed mental health principles, ritual and spirituality, and kink-affirming frameworks to create spaces that are accessible, rooted, and alive with possibility. Rachel is also an author and continuing education provider for mental health professionals, with a particular passion for helping others create culturally responsive, affirming, and justice-oriented care. Whether teaching, writing, or sitting in circle, she centers the belief that we are all worthy of taking up space, being seen, and finding joy in our bodies.
Eldest Iconic Saint
E.I. Saint (any pronouns are appropriate, no really he/she/this does not care) is not merely a presenter but a cryptid fae relic dragged into the modern age, perhaps unwillingly. Born a thousand years ago (give or take), Saint has wandered through lives, libraries, leather bars, and luxurious lavatories, leaving behind himself a pile of writings, ravings, and broken hearts in equal measure. He has been in the community for 21 years now, teaching for 18 of those years as well. Saint’s work thrives at the crossroads of the sacred and the profane: contracts and covenants turned into an art form and legends woven into power exchange. Their classes refuse to bow to convention, instead asking participants to wrestle with questions of tradition, identity, and desire while laughing, gasping, or occasionally blushing. They despise anyone who says things must be done one way only and eschews that notion at every turn. As a writer, Saint has published essays and poetry that blur the line between memoir and invocation, with published collections Mewsings of a Leather Kitty and Eldest Whisper, as well as the forthcoming Eldest Howl. As a teacher, she has been known to conjure history as if he were present, to opine on philosophy in kink spaces, and to teach M/s dynamics with the weight of longing and the sparkle of irreverence. Saint is a myth in progress: equal parts fae prince of the autumn court, archivist of strange legacies, and unrepentant brat. They teach not because mortals need enlightenment, but because the act of teaching is a welcome relief to their immortal boredom. Enter their classes prepared to be entertained, unsettled, and possibly hexed, but never ignored.
Empress Jessica Akanke
Empress Jessica is Ms. BULGE Ambassador 2025 and co-Head of Household for House Akanke. Since 2016, she has dedicated herself to service work, facilitating community gatherings, holding leadership roles in clubs, and providing formal mentorship within the Leather community.
Jessica is a Teaching Assistant and student at the Amina Institute, which focuses on empowerment through sacred sexuality and tantric practices. She is also an Authentic Consent Instructor, supporting individuals and communities in building consent-centered relationships.
As a Consent Counts Committee member with the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF), Jessica works to advance safety, agency, and protections for people in alternative sexual lifestyles. As a Black, queer woman, her leadership and service are grounded in social justice, with a focus on creating spaces where education, healing, and liberation can thrive—particularly for marginalized communities.
FireOnTheMtnTop (Sacred Fire Kink) & Leecee (Sacred Fire Kink)
WHO WE ARE — SACRED FIRE KINK is an educational and experiential offering created by Scott ("FireOnTheMtnTop") and Lecee—a real-life Dominant/submissive pair with decades of lived experience, deep trust, and a shared passion for helping others discover the beauty of empowered kink dynamics. Together, they teach that power exchange is not about control—it's about consciousness. That kink isn't about pain—it's about presence, connection, and emotional freedom. Through workshops, guided practice, and powerful storytelling, Sacred Fire Kink helps curious adults step into their erotic truth with clarity, joy, and consent-rooted confidence. SacredFireKink and is committed to practicing the The Kink Education Code of Conduct (KECC) https://www.thekecc.org/fullVersion.html BIOS 🔥 Scott – "FireOnTheMtnTop" Scott is a lifestyle Dominant, Sadist, Daddy, and Primal Edge Player with over 18 years in the kink community. He's a founding Director of G.O.D.S., creator of Colorado KNKE Kinky Camping, and a seasoned Dungeon Monitor, lifestyle event Emcee, and presenter. As a Dominant, Scott teaches that leadership in kink is sacred work—rooted in care, emotional safety, and integrity. He's known for creating grounded, real-world conversations about power and play that help people feel seen, strong, and turned on by their truth. 🪶 Lecee Lecee is the "yin" to Scott's Dominant fire—his little "s." She's been active in the lifestyle for 8 years and brings playful insight, emotional wisdom, and lived experience as a submissive. Together, she and Scott co-create containers that are intimate, brave, and authentic. Her presence helps others feel permission to explore new desires, embrace vulnerability, and rewrite the old stories they were told about sex, surrender, and and worthiness.
Garou
Garou (she/her, it/its) is a transgender leatherwoman from central NC and founding member of House of the Hydra. She is a bootblack, edge player, and active member of the southeast leather community since 2020. Its passion for the leather and BDSM communities extend far beyond education and into crafting, discourse, and activism.
-GENE- & SnackBottom
-GENE- is a skilled bondage instructor with over a decade of experience in rope and various other forms of bondage. With a deep passion for both the technical and artistic aspects of bondage, GENE specializes in teaching safe, consensual, and functional bondage play. Workshops focus on everything from the fundamentals of bondage, the mental aspects of bondage, always emphasizing communication, anatomy awareness, and risk management. -GENE- has worked with a diverse range of students, helping them build confidence, connection, and creativity through bondage. Whether working with beginners or experienced enthusiasts, -GENE- creates an inclusive and supportive learning environment that prioritizes trust, respect, and exploration. Beyond instruction, -GENE- has performed at events, collaborated with photographers, and contributed to the wider community through education and advocacy. Their mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills to practice bondage safely and beautifully.
Goddess Tonya
I am a woman of diverse skills, lived experience, and deep devotion to embodiment. I have walked many paths in this life: child, daughter, sister, mother, spouse, partner, businesswoman, performer, teacher, facilitator, and community leader. Each role has shaped how I listen, how I teach, and how I hold space.
I am an Autistic, queer, white woman of the American South. I am kinky and consensually non-monogamous, and I have been actively engaged in pagan, energy work, polyamory, and kink communities for over 30 years. I currently serve as Co-Head of House Evolution, where I support values of growth, integrity, and relational accountability.
My relationship with wellness began in early childhood and has evolved into a lifelong practice and professional devotion. I am an Erotic Embodiment Practitioner, Conscious Erotic Touch Practitioner, Somatic Sexologist, Reiki Master, body stress ritual facilitator, consultant, educator, and coach. Across these roles, my work centers the wisdom of the body as an essential guide for healing, pleasure, and self-trust.
As a society, we are taught to separate body, mind, and spirit—often at great cost. This disconnection denies us access to our pleasure, our resilience, liberation, and the truth that we are already whole. My work gently disrupts that separation. I support individuals in reconnecting with their bodies, reclaiming agency, and learning how to live and love from a place of presence rather than performance.
All of my classes and offerings are intentionally cultivated as safer spaces for all bodies, identities, neurotypes, and lived experiences. My goal is not to "fix" anyone, but to walk alongside people as they remember who they already are..
goldie
I have been a bootblack for 10+ years. I started on mold. If you know Leather you know that's Leather Kyptonite and pandemic in one. I've mentored some and been mentored as a bootblack. I continue to seek out those who can teach me skills. I teach at SouthEast LeatherFest's BB ACADEMY and bootblack there. I work on the Leather Quilt and keep track of bootblacks who love on the quilt. I've bb for many in our community and bootblack for several houses. I currently belong to House of Purgatory and I'm Vice President and co-founder of Pegasus Leather Levi which is a safe space for Queer, Trans, and non-binary individuals. I enjoy serving as a DM and I love dragons.
indigo minx
indigominx, who identifies as a slave, is known to her friends as minx. minx is a Jersey Peach, avid reader, enthusiast of the written word, music and history. She has been in the lifestyle for a little over 10 years. Her pronouns are she/her. A member of the Black Atlanta Munch, she has attended various conferences, munches and classes (local and otherwise) absorbing knowledge along the way. minx is truly a student lover of service in and outside of the community. Looking forward to the next steps in her journey minx is excited to serve the community by putting her service related experience and knowledge to use through helping others.
Keriis
Keriis has been immersed in the lifestyle for over two decades, carrying with him 22 years of experience shaped by devotion, exploration, and passion. At 40, he proudly serves his wife, S_Nicky, a partnership of love and submission that has defined the last 13 years of his journey. Over the years, Keriis has embraced a wide spectrum of fetishes and kinks, but a few shine as the core of his joy: the meditative art of bootblacking, the intimacy of gas masks, the devotion of oral service, the grounding rhythm of domestic service, and his unabashed passion for panties and lingerie. Whether kneeling in service, savoring the smoke of a fine cigar with a glass of whiskey in hand, or laughing over a strategy-heavy board game at the dining table, Keriis embodies a life of dedication, balance, and unapologetic desire.
Kippy
Kippy is a Denver native, born and raised. a queer, autistic, leather pup and is 2024 Rocky Mountain Person of Leather. He is best described as an emotional support pet! Kippy is the co-owner of Pets PlayHouse. Kippy has a passion for all things pet play and enjoys sharing this passion with others whether teaching at, attending, or hosting events. Kippy believes it is vital to offer kink education in avenues that feel more comfortable and accessible to new people. No matter what, Kippy is happy to lend an ear or tell you a joke. If he is not helping, he is learning. Kippy is always looking for ways to make the community more accessible and inclusive and is dedicated to fostering connection and joy in those around him.
Lady Catherine
She wrote and produces the longest running weekend exploratory seminar for submissives and service oriented and/or power s-types. Servant's Retreat focuses on sustaining healthy power dynamic relationships by strengthening personal foundations and a path of inquiry. SR did not ever include play classes—its sole focus is on individual personal development. Thirty plus years of educating and having taught at 600+ organizations, has provided her with the opportunity of teaching dozens of generations since 1983. She wrote and produces Foundations in Mastery for D-types. It is a weekend educational offering for owners, dominants, and masters which dives deep into emotional and practical skillsets for healthy relationships. What makes this seminar unique is how it is informed and crafted by the life experience of 4300+ submissives and s-types living in these relationships. This experiential seminar weekend provides great foundations and avenues to expand your horizons.Her seminars have been given coast to coast in the US and internationally. She is an award winning educator. She was honored by receiving: Black Rose's Vaughn Keith National Educator Award in 2002, Pantheon of Leather Business of the Year award in 2006, Pantheon of Leather Southeast Region Service Award in 2006, Jack Stice Memorial Award 2016, MAsT-I Presenter of the Year 2016, and Lady Lynette Leadership Award 2018. She has served on the boards of CARAS, LSM, FIST, SELF, and IMsL. She currently serves on the Executive Board of Leather Archives and Museum. She is the first woman to be voted to that committee by her fellow seated board members. She is the producer of SouthEast LeatherFest (SELF). She is the Co-Coordinator and a Founding Member of one of the oldest batch patch clubs in the country, F.I.S.T. She also serves on the Board of Twisting Culture in Baltimore, MD. She is a co-founder of the Women's Leather History Project/Program. Professionally, she is a Master Certified Coach (MCC)-- This credential is the internationally recognized gold standard of coaches (International Coaching Federation). Only 4% of coaches hold this highest credential. She is a founding Board Certified Coach. She is a certified Mentor Coach and loves participating in the development of professionally credentialed coaches. She has chosen to work with alternative communities who are historically underserved.
Lady J & smigs
Lady J (She/Her) is a queer Latina of indigenous descent and smigsonaleash (he/him) is a feminist, transman, and unwavering advocate for s-types. T/they have been together since 2010 and are in a 24/7 Power Exchange dynamic. Lady J and smigs are the 2023 Florida Power Exchange titleholders and the Producers of the Mid-Atlantic Power Exchange Contest. They are dedicated to helping create safe spaces for all people to build healthy, sustainable Authority Transfer Relationships.
Lady Lynnia & fuzz
Lady Lynnia (She/her) is an ‘ethical’ Vampyre that has found her play to be Dominant, sadistic, edgie, and a little playful. The ethical part is very important as control and self-awareness is a core piece of her energy exchanges and feeds of all her play. Lady Lynnia is skilled in several areas of play, however, has a special fondness for all things related to sharps, blood, and power. fuzz is Lady Lynnia’s feeder, slave, and lifelong best friend. In 2022, overcoming many health challenges, fuzz lost most of his vision but renewed his passions in the leather and kink world. fuzz strives to utilize strengths in all aspects of his life, especially in his M/s dynamic. Lady Lynnia has been in the kink world (publicly or privately) since 2005. Fuzz has been her slave since 2007 and serves her deepest, darkest desires. Lady Lynnia & her fuzz are open to learning and enjoying new energies and friendships. Lady Lynnia and her fuzz have grown in their relationship, individually, together, and within the community over the years leading us to become proud members of the House of Passion in January of 2024. Through Leather, they have found a home where they feel supported in their personal journey in “this thing that we do”. Lady Lynnia has served on several boards in the Western North Carolina area early in her Kink experience and most recently is serving Dominae’s of the Carolinas. As a lifelong learner, Lady Lynnia has been expanding her personal skill in sharing her knowledge as she and her fuzz have taught for the Loft, Reign of Blood (RoB) and Dominae’s of the Carolina’s (DoC). Fuzz has recently begun a journey learning bootblacking and looks for every opportunity to hone this craft.
Lady Victoria & Archer
Lady Victoria is a covered leather woman who lives a 24/7 dynamic with her devoted slave Archer. She has been a member of House of Valor since 2018 and currently serves on the board of Southeast Leatherfest (as Fun Chair). She has been on numerous boards in her kink and vanilla life and enjoys giving back to her communities. Lady Victoria has been in the lifestyle in one way or another since 2006, and ran a public dungeon in Greenville, SC called The Warehouse for four years. She identifies as a bisexual, female, leather master with a sadistic side. She loves to meet new people and has a gift for hospitality. Slave archer is collared and owned (10/23/21) by Lady Victoria and a member of the House of Valor. archer, a masochist, is a serial entrepreneur both in the Vanilla and Kink world. In the vanilla context he has run multiple commercial ventures and formed and led numerous 501(3) C organizations benefiting at risk teens. In the kink world he is a staff member of Southeast Leatherfest, was a founding member and Financial Director for Dominae of the Carolinas and co-organizer with Master Varii of Open Door, and Inclusive Gateway for those seeking a Female Led Dynamic.
Laura Antoniou
Laura Antoniou is best known as the author of The Marketplace series "six novels and three short-story collections that redefined erotic fiction about consensual power exchange. Her characters wrestle with obedience, love, and ambition (and occasionally with each other), bringing humor, realism, and heart to a genre too often trapped in cliché. She's also the author of The Killer Wore Leather, a satirical love letter to the kink world disguised as a murder mystery; co-author of Silk Threads with Midori and Cecilia Tan; and creator of Avadim Hayinu: The Leather Seder, a gleeful fusion of Jewish ritual and leather-folk storytelling. Her shorter works have appeared in dozens of anthologies since the 1990s, earning her the NLA-International Writing Award, the John Preston Short Fiction Award, and "most dear to her heart "the Jack McGeorge Award for excellence in education within the BDSM community. When she's not writing about fictional people behaving badly (and responsibly), Laura can be found teaching about consent, communication, and the craft of writing realistic kink. A veteran of kink conferences, book festivals, and classrooms around the world, she's known for her sharp wit, generous laughter, and utter refusal to whisper the word "sex." She lives in Queens, New York, with her wife, Karen, and far too many books. Find her online at facebook.com/LauraAntoniou for updates and irreverent commentary, or support her work and behind-the-scenes projects at patreon.com/LauraAntoniou.
LeathermanLynx
LeathermanLynx has been a steward of Leather Kink Fetish and BDSM Culture and community going on 10 years this past winter. As a Bate-Daddy, first; Lynx practicing and teaching Wax, Fire, Flogging and Solo Pleasure. Looking forward to sharing what he’s learned with SELF
Little_Librarian
Little_Librarian (she/her) is a polyamorous bisexual Little and sub from the Atlanta area. She has been an active member in the Atlanta kink scene for 5 years. As a Little who loves books and spreading library joy, she loves to share her enthusiasm with everyone and make friends everywhere. She is focused on kink education/safety and volunteers with SELF, Rumors Dungeon, and PAMPER. Her favorite thing is to find a new kink class on a topic she knows nothing about to learn new nuggets of kinky knowledge! In her vanilla life, Little_Librarian works in a library, spreading her passion for reading and education. She loves to knit, spend time with her cat, and be with her people.
Liza Sibley & Jody, Liza's slav
Liza and her slav, Jody, (International Master and slave 2011 & 2021) have been living in a committed M/s relationship for 23 years. Liza came to power at Woodstock and has been kinky ever since. In 2002, Liza moved to San Francisco and jumped into the leather community with both boots. After leaving the military in 1980, Jody came out as a leatherdyke and slave. Shortly thereafter she founded Leather and Lace, Los Angeles' first women's leather club. In 2000, Jody moved to San Francisco and became Liza's slave two years later. Currently they live in Portland, Oregon where they are members of the Portland Bad Girls, San Francisco Exiles and are founding members of LTHR (long term hierarchical relationships) discussion group. Liza and her slave teach extensively in the US and abroad, on a variety of topics related to nurturing and sustaining long-term M/s relationships filled with heat, sex, deep intimacy and fun. Having received numerous awards, the most meaningful to them is having been recognized as Presenters of the Year by MAsT International. Liza and Jody produce the Master slave Retreat and are the emeritus producers of the Ms. San Francisco Leather Contest. They have both served as representatives to the Bay Area Leather Alliance and on the steering committees or as officers of several organizations: Leather Levi Weekend, Leather Alley at Pride, the San Francisco Exiles and the Bears of San Francisco.
M. Mocha Breeze
Master Mocha Breeze is a Leatherwoman, LPC, Life Realignment Coach, and HoH for House Mantis. She empowers women to heal, realign, and live fully present by utilizing her trademarked "CCW Method," guiding those in the lifestyle to master relationships and dynamics through Capacity, Capability, and Willingness. Blending LS experience, clinical knowledge, and trauma coaching, she helps women unapologetically seek their highest potential. In corporate spaces, Mocha advances healing and inclusivity on the LGBTQIA+ leadership board. She's a founding member of MAsT"“Marietta and has mentored, presented at Atlanta Leather L3 Munch, and served through Onyx Pearls SE, BFD Atlanta, Women of Drummer, and WiLA (Oct.'25). She and her House remain devoted to mental wellness, empowerment, and community uplift.
Madam Brianna Bunni Akanke
Brianna Bunni is a Co- Head of Household for House Akanke (UH-CON-KAY), Covered Leather girl, POC Queer, Fem, Leather Switch flagging black, grey, fuschia and red on both sides and purple on the right side! She is the first Person of Color to hold the Title of Ms Route 66 Leather 2024 and she is Ms Atlanta Eagle 2022 ! Her mission is to be a part of the representation, education, and empowerment of QTBIPOC individuals within the Leather and Kink communities because visibility is important!
Mainey
Mainey is a submissive service dragon with a heart for exploration, whether it’s munches, cities, or the many ways people connect through kink and community. In his claimed role, his service is deliberate and powerful, a conscious offering of energy and care to those he chooses to support. With his time in the scene, he approaches each space with curiosity, warmth, and a steady commitment to growth. His journey began with an accidental invitation to a local munch, an experience that ignited his passion for self-development and authentic connection. Since then, he has traveled across regions and scenes, learning from diverse dynamics and helping build bridges between people who might otherwise never cross paths. He believes that the beauty of kink lies not only in play, but also in the vulnerability, communication, and trust it cultivates. His approach to community work blends playfulness with purpose. Whether he’s helping new folks feel welcome, fostering thoughtful conversations, or simply holding space for others to be seen, his goal is to nurture environments rooted in respect, curiosity, and acceptance. Through his wandering and connections, he continues to explore what it means to serve, to grow, and to build spaces where everyone can bring their full, fiery selves.
Marilyn & Rio, Marilyn's slave
Marilyn and Rio served Northwest Master and slave 2023. Although now “wuzzies” they continue to teach, volunteer, and participate. Marilyn is a fat femme top, a heavy sadist, a control freak who likes to play very hard, and has a special affection for slut masochists. Rio is a butch leatherdyke, a feminist, a hopeless romantic, a knife fetishist, and is obsessed with service. Rio served as Ms. San Francisco Sober Leather in 2016, and the community-elected female Leather Marshall at the 2015 San Francisco Pride Parade. Marilyn won the “Unsung Hero” award for her volunteer community service in 2016. They are active in MAsT San Francisco, where Marilyn is the Director, and they both served as officers in the Exiles, their home club, for many years. They have judged and tallied at numerous contests, including SELF, Ms SF Leather, Mr/Mx SF Leather, SF Bootblack, and the Bay Area Cub Contest, and have presented at Black Rose, Northwest Leather Celebration, Southeast Leatherfest, Southwest Leather, International Ms. Leather/Ms. Bootblack, Sin in the City, Leather Leadership Conference, San Francisco State University, Dark Odyssey: Surrender, Butch Voices, The Group In Fresno, the Exiles, and more. Rio has never met a newcomer she didn’t like, and she and Marilyn delight in welcoming people into the M/s and kink communities. In their non-kink lives, Marilyn is a computer professional with two adult gender-variant children, and is active at her synagogue. Rio is Marilyn’s house butch, and is a published author and an award-winning painter.
Master Bear
Master Bear is a respected leader, educator, and community builder who has been a steadfast pillar of the Central Texas Leather community for over a decade. As the co-founder of CTX Darkside and Head of the House of Bear in Killeen, Texas, Master Bear has devoted his journey in Leather to fostering spaces rooted in education, accountability, and authentic connection. Deeply committed to uplifting marginalized voices, Master Bear focuses much of his work on advancing education within BIPOC Leather communities, ensuring that cultural perspectives, lived experiences, and leadership opportunities are centered and celebrated. His teaching style blends traditional Leather values with modern approaches to communication, safety, and inclusivity, making his workshops both impactful and accessible. Throughout his years of service, Master Bear has presented at and supported numerous conferences, events, and community gatherings across the United States, consistently championing education as a tool for empowerment and growth. Whether on stage, in mentorship spaces, or through behind-the-scenes community work, he is known for his steady presence, candid wisdom, and unwavering commitment to strengthening the Leather community. Master Bear believes that the foundation of Leather lies in education, service, and intentional connection. His leadership continues to inspire others to learn, grow, and uphold the values that sustain Leather traditions while paving the way for future generations.
Master Chase
Master Chase is a non violent Quaker sadist, who also uses grounding and cuddling in his day to day activities. He has been around for a long time now, and has taught kink/sex safety, kink skills, and lead discussions on ethics and scene etiquette. He co-owns IN THE GROVE, an outdoor play space in VA that specializes in teaching, play, and making everyone comfortable, regardless of their skill level. He is a Reiki Master who incorporates energy in all of his play.
Master D & Passion
Master D and Passion have been involved in M/s for nearly 25 years, contributing to the community through leadership roles such as serving as the Northeast Master/slave 2012, founders and producers of the M/s Gathering for a decade and current staff members of MTTA. Master D is a member of the Executive Committee for the Master/slave Conference. Passion currently serves as Judge’s Coordinator at South Plains Leatherfest. Together they were honored to receive the 2017 Sir Steve Community Service Award at MsC and David Peters award at Philadelphia Leather Pride Night.
Master Damascus & Demir
Master Damascus and slave Demir have been on their leather journey together since 2014, when they first connected with the Daddy/boy community in Dallas, Texas. Since then, their dynamic has evolved into a deeply rooted Master/slave relationship. Together, they embody service, integrity, and joyful chaos. They are the 2025 SouthWest Master and slave. Both proud transgender men, they are committed to bridging the gap between the M/s and queer communities—bringing visibility, education, and authentic representation to the spaces they serve. Damascus, a Marine Corps veteran, mental health advocate, and little, is known for his quiet strength, unwavering values, and deep compassion. Demir, a loyal and vibrant slave, brings joy, anticipation, and a healthy dose of puppy mischief to their dynamic. Their connection blends discipline, love, and laughter in a way that is both grounded and powerful. They are members of MAsT Colorado Springs, Voodoo Leatherworks, the National Leather Association, and honorary members of Arlington Leather United. Together, they founded Haus Valhalla and created Leather and Lager, a monthly event at the Denver Eagle aimed at uniting the leather, kink, and M/s communities in an inclusive and welcoming space. When not engaged in leather life, you’ll find them adventuring outdoors with their fur-kids, supporting fellow veterans and kinksters, or spending time with their “spawns.” Their journey is rooted in service, visibility, and the belief that growth and connection transcend identity, experience, and background.
Master Dylan & slave tee
Originally from Western New York and now residing in Maryland, Master Dylan has been active in the Master/slave lifestyle since 2013. He is the Head of House Maitri, Resident Master for MTTA, and a member of the Board of Directors for the Baltimore Playhouse. A seasoned facilitator and presenter at both MsC and MsG, he is the proud recipient of the 2018 Master’s Heart Award, recognizing his dedication to leadership and authenticity in M/s living. slave tee entered the swingers community in 2012 and transitioned into the leather and Master/slave communities in 2018. A graduate of the MTTA Academy, she brings insight, humility, and a deep passion for growth, education, and authentic service to her work within the lifestyle. Together, Master Dylan and slave tee share their lived experience, offering grounded and relatable perspectives on the practice of intentional power exchange.
Master Edgar & slave raven poe
Sir Edgar & slave raven poe Sir Edgar began his journey in the lifestyle in the late 1990s in the New Jersey metro area—back when finding community often meant scanning the personals in the back of magazines. With decades of lived experience, he brings both depth and humor to his leadership, teaching, and service. Alongside his devoted slave, raven poe, he leads MAsT: Clifton, hosts the MAsT Clifton Munch, and facilitates the MAsT Clifton Masters’ Meetup, building spaces grounded in mentorship, growth, and authentic connection. Together, Sir Edgar and slave raven proudly held the titles of 2019 Northeast Master and slave, a year affectionately remembered as “the title year that would not end.” Both are graduates of MTTA, dedicated members of Master Taino’s Leather Family, and active staff and presenters for the Master/slave Conference (MsC). Their teaching and service have reached national audiences at events such as SPLF, SELF, TESFest, Kinky Con, Brimstone, Naughty Noel, The Master/slave Gathering, and numerous MAsT chapters across the country and online. Sir Edgar’s leadership extends beyond the classroom—he is known for volunteering and ensuring the infrastructure of community events runs smoothly. When not teaching or organizing, he enjoys camping, preventing things from going “boom,” and keeping raven on her toes (to her mock dismay). slave raven is the proud founder of the Survivors Circle at the Master/slave Gathering, offering a space for healing and empowerment. A longtime practitioner of the M/s lifestyle since 1995 and publicly active since 2015, she merges creativity and service through her kink-centered business and community work. Together, Sir Edgar and slave raven embody a life of devotion, humor, and service to the enduring traditions—and evolving future—of the Leather and M/s communities.
Master J. Tebias
Master J. Tebias Perry is a native of Atlanta who also splits his time in London, UK. With over 20 years in the leather scene, he brings both experience and vision to his work as an educator, activist, and community leader. He is the author of Leather Mentorship (2023) and recently completed his Northeastern Book Tour. Beyond writing, he is a passionate freelance journalist for local gay editorials, amplifying voices and issues that matter. Currently, he serves as the Director of Engagement for International Mr. Leather and sits on committees for the Leather Archives & Museum, where his dedication continues to shape and preserve the culture for future generations.
Master Lucian Raven
Master Lucian Raven (he/him) is a bootblack from Sioux City, Iowa who has been engaged in leather care for over 15 years and has been formally bootblacking since 2020. He is the bootblack coordinator for ILW in Des Moines, Iowa and works the stands at events and venues across the country. His passions as a bootblack include leather restoration and caring for nontraditional gear (colored leather gear, neoprene, and pleather in particular). He's the Bratty Daddy and proud Owner of His doll, celina who He currently serves alongside as your 2025 Midwest Master and slave. As an educator he enjoys teaching leather care skills, mental health and disability considerations in kink, service oriented power exchange, emotional sadism, and dynamic negotiations. He's a proud member of the House of Raven, a leather family in the Midwest with a passion for service to our communities and preservation of our history.
Master Nwachi & slave adorable
Master Nwachi and his slave adorabe, Founders of House of the Kinky Universe, enetered into a 24/7, Total Authority Transfer Dynamic in 2025 after being F/friends and fellow BDSM P/practitioners for years. T/togther T/they have over two decades as kinsters, B/both entering the kink world as swingers. Master Nwachi entered Leather through the House of Valor, head by Master Varii and was covered by Masters Varii, Mufassa, and Ben at SELF. Nwachi has earned a patch through the Science of BDSM and is a member of the American Psychological Association's Division 44 BDSM Task Force. Moreover, Master Nwachi has been on the Board of SELF for three (3) years. Blink twice, slave adorable will be gone. girl has promoted and proformed in kink events around the world for over three (3) years she has volunteered and been a demo-bottome various conferences, always making her presence felt. girl has a heart for giving back, most clearly symbolized as CFO for a non-profit for homeless women and children.
Master Ray
Ray Nelson, LPC, is a sex therapist and trauma specialist based in Portland, Oregon. With over a decade in private practice and more than two decades of lived experience navigating authority differential relationships, Ray brings a psychologically grounded, trauma-informed perspective to his work with individuals, couples, and communities. His clinical practice focuses on complex trauma, attachment, and the impact of relational wounds on intimacy, desire, and self-expression. As a queer, sex-positive therapist, Ray is committed to helping people reclaim connection with themselves, their partners, and their erotic identities through compassion, clarity, and conscious kink. Ray brings the same depth and care from his clinical work into the classroom. His teaching integrates lived experience, psychological theory, and practical tools, supporting kink and Leather communities in exploring topics such as authority dynamics, trauma-responsive communication, and relational repair. He has presented at Leather Reign, West Coast Bound, Pan Eros, Existential-Humanistic Northwest, and as a guest lecturer at Colorado State University. His work has also been featured on podcasts and in Willamette Week.
Master Robert & slave Megan
Master Robert and slave Megan met on ALT.com and began their M/s dynamic in June 2008. Active in Hampton Roads’ alt community, they’ve endured deployments, distance, and change. They host events, teach, and volunteer locally and at East Coast conferences, MaST chapters, kink parties, and Viking reenactments—sharing their home and passion whenever vanilla life allows.
Master Sa'Vage
Master Sa’Vage (She/Her), affectionately known as “Panda” has been on Her Journey for almost 21 years. Her dedication to the community has been primarily geared towards education and service. She identifies as a “Nice” Dark Sadistic Leather Covered Master who is the Head of House of Difference. She loves great conversation with an educated perspective. Master Sa’Vage launched her Leather House, House of Difference in January 2024, and has one collared switch under her charge. She is the owner of Be the DIFference Munch which is an international Munch held virtually to any who want to take part in a free to-community platform that speaks on things within the vanilla, kink, BDSM, and Leather cultures, along with mental, physical and spiritual health. And just like Her Leather House, it offers a safe space for those who are in need. Master Sa’Vage is the President of Odyssey Leather Society, and a former President of Mid-Atlantic Onyx Pearls. She has sat on numerous panels, and presented at Leather Conferences such as SouthEast LeatherFest, Florida Power Exchange, CTX Darkside, and various munches. Master Sa’Vage’s goal is to function and walk in excellence on Her journey as She supports & encourages others to do the same. Her motto in life is...I’m an Idea... A State of Mind. ~ The Joker
master Slave Jenna
master Slave Jenna has been volunteering her time and knowledge in the kink and leather community since 2005. She has given her time to MTTA, the Master/slave Conference (MsC), the Baltimore Educational and Social Society, Queer Leather Alliance, the Baltimore Playhouse, Black Rose, The Crucible, and volunteered at many different events around the region. Currently, she serves on the Board of Directors of the Baltimore Playhouse and on the Board for MTTA, Inc. She is the current Executive Producer for MsC. master Slave Jenna is also the founder of MAsT Towson, is the Bookkeeper for MTTA, and the Deputy Director for MTTA Academy. In 2013, she was honored to receive the Sir Steve Community Service award at the Master/slave Conference. master Slave Jenna is Owned and the problem of Master Robert of Baltimore.
Master Trent
Master Trent (he/him) joined his first BDSM/Leather group in 1983, though he had been practicing kinky sex for about 10 years before. In 1998 he opened a "brick and mortar" BDSM Dungeon club in Denver that he operated for six years. He has been active in many clubs and organizations throughout Colorado and the region, including Thunder in the Mountains, NLA, MAsT, Voodoo Leather, the Denver Sancturary and the Denver Boys of Leather. He has passionately been hosting and facilitating High Protocol and a variety of Master/slave classes and events since 1999. After competing in the Southwest Leather Conference Master/slave contest in 2011, he and slave kelly founded the Colorado Master/slave contest in 2012 which served as a State feeder to SWLC. They passed the ownership off in 2019 and in 2023 started producing the Southwest Master/slave Contest and Leather Run weekend. He has judged and served as a head judge for several Leather and Master slave contests, including International M/s. Master Trent is a retired Realtor and Human Resource professional. He is also a Fakir trained body piercer and produces flesh hook pull and hook suspension events. He collared slave kelly in 2008, and they live in Colorado Springs in a full-time relationship with a blend of Master/slave and Daddy/boy dynamics.
Master Varii
Master Varii is an Indigenous covered Leather Woman and head of House of Valor. She has been kinky all her life and started exploring in the community at 25. She has worn, and continues to wear, many hats. She was the SE Master 2022 and 2023. She has served on numerous boards; teaches nationally both in person and online; received the MAsT International Presenter of the Year 2024, is Co-Director of MAsT Thomson, and is the SE Regional Rep for MAsT International. She also has the honor and privilege of being the current curator of the Leather Quilt.
Master Velvet
While some may ask, "who is Master Velvet?", those in the know understand that the better question is "what is Master Velvet?" She is a force of nature: the energy of a tornado in a small package, gliding through the world with grace and dignity, spreading her message of positivity, acceptance, and inclusion throughout all of our spaces and events. She is a Leatherwoman with a taste for sharp, pointy things and deep conversations. Curiosity delights her and others’ contributions excite her, but seeing those around her soar really sends her to the moon. Honored to serve as the International Person of Leather 2025, Master Velvet also serves as the founder and leader of the Leftorium Forum and is a mentor and admin of the Dallas Mentors Program. With a passion for sharing her knowledge with others, she believes in addressing the needs of the whole self and not just one’s kinky desires. Four years ago, she proudly accepted her feisty and incorrigible (yet devoted) slave Todd into her service, and he is still finding ways to make her giggle every day. If you see her, please be sure to say hi and introduce yourself!
MasterDHM
MasterDHM is a proud but humble polyamorous, heterosexual Leather Dominant with a heart for service. He strives to be a leader, an educator, an ally, and a role model our community needs to move forward in a positive direction. He has been an instructor, curriculum developer, and professional speaker for over twenty-five years, and is a dedicated and passionate presenter who thoroughly enjoys the opportunity to utilize His skill set for the advancement of the community. His classes are designed to enlighten, educate, entertain, and even make you think a little about your own path. His philosophy is simple - service above self for the betterment of the community. In addition to the many smaller community events for which He has been requested, MasterDHM is honored to have been invited to present at SouthEast Leatherfest, Coastal Carolina Fetish Fair, and Florida Power Exchange.
Max
Since 2016, Max has dedicated his time in the community by giving back to others. He is often found helping his club, the Tarheel Leather Club, raise funds for charity as well as volunteering or teaching at events. Max enjoys introducing others to the Leather community and culture, and breaking the stereotype that we are big, scary, Leather people (rawr). If you see him walking around, come over and say hello.
mercey
Hello, I am mercey. I have been active in the lifestyle for over 27 years. I have had the the privilege of serving on many lifestyle boards and groups and continue to do so to date. PALS -2007-2009 as a Member at Large PAWS( now Gecko) 2011-present The submissive round table of Fort Walton Beach 2006-2020 Co Founder PAsS (Milton, Fl) 2023-present PALS-2024-25 Event Coordinator. HALE (Hurricane Alley Leather Enthusiasts) 2025-present. PALS-2025 to present Vice President Currently, I manage our local dungeon, The Rack Room, in Milton Fl alongside a fantastic group volunteer staff who enjoy our labor of love.This year I have also been serving the PALS ( Panhandle Alternative Lifestyles) Board in Pensacola Fl as the Vice President. I co lead a submissive round table group and a leather group as well. I enjoy it all immensely. I started my journey as a slave, and to be honest, I am surprised I am still here to talk about it. I now identify as an Alpha Submissive and it seems to suite me. I have been with my Daddy/Master for 18 years now. With His full support is how I am able to do all the things I do. In the last year I have picked up a new personal project. It involves educating our younger generation and our new folx who are interested in the lifestyle. I have taught classes on Gua Sha, Liquid latex, Self Accountability, and Corseterie and sometimes you can find me vending corsets at local events. I am the proprietor of Big Top Corsetierie. I have sat on a all Leather Women Panel and spoke openly to my community about Living Leather and together, we showed examples of how a diverse group of people can all identify as the same thing while living it differently and sat on another Leather panel for an educational event sponsored by the group Les Bons Temp, out of Mobile Alabama. I I have also co-organised a 2 day lifestyle event put on by the submissive round table of Fort Walton Beach Fl, called the Fall Ball , for 10 years
Mistress Crush & Artemis of Zuyaa
Mistress Crush is a Midwest Dom located in Chicago. Her philosophy is Domination not disrespect. Hard skill she specializes in are fire, impact, electro, rope and energetic play. She is open to sharing elevated experiences and creating safe spaces for people of color and other marginalized communities. Mistress Crush pushes for people of color to have acceptance a safety in kink no matter their orientation. She teaches classes focusing on soft and hard skills in BDSM and dynamic communication /development. House Zuyaa is an independent BDSM house focused on community advocacy, preservation of ethical leather culture and kink/sex education. Her legacy is based in kindness and inclusion.
Ms Tori Jones
Ms Tori identifies as a sadist, top, bootblack and Leather Woman. She walked into a dungeon for the first time in 2005 and her eyes opened to a new reality. In 2008 Ms Tori attended educational presentations and became the student of Evil_Geoff and later his partner and spouse. Ms Tori has attended educational seminars and presentations/demos by Lady Catherine Gross, Artemis Hunter, Kim Attica, Lady D Harrison, Lady Beth, Boomer, Wayne Brawner, Master Z of Texas, Glenda Rider, Jack Rinella, Master Taino and others. She has attended conferences, runs and group events across the Southeast and as far away as Texas and Las Vegas. She has been a Den Mama and Judge for several contests. She has also presented and co-presented with Evil_Geoff on several topics across the Carolinas, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Texas, and Las Vegas. Ms Tori started bootblacking before 2000 but it was not until she found Leather that she also learned the term bootblack. She improved her skills from watching other bootblacks at the stands. May 24, 2016, Ms Tori revealed the design for the Leather Woman's pride flag. Ms Tori was a member of The Tarheel Leather Club 2011-2016 serving as President and Treasurer and is no longer a member. 2016 brought Ms Tori to the Leather History Preservation Foundation where she is the Executive Director and the Producer of Leather History Preservation Weekend 2017-current. Ms Tori is the Southeast Bootblack 2016, recipient of the 2017 Southeast Community Leatherwomen award and Ms Southeast Conference of Clubs Leather 2019/2020. She is an ally and activist in the fight for equality.
Ms. Alexxa
I have proudly been part of the lifestyle community for over 18 years, during which I have dedicated myself to education, service, and building meaningful connections. My Leather journey began in the Southeast, where I served as an event coordinator for the Augusta Iron Rose Society. Through this work, I had the privilege of meeting and forming lifelong bonds with members of my Leather family east of the Mississippi. For five years, I served as the Set-Up Supply Coordinator for SELF of which I truly consider my home event. After returning to my home state of Colorado, I continued my commitment to community involvement by volunteering with Colorado Leather Fest and now with the Southwest Master/slave Contest Weekend. Both organizations have allowed me to contribute to the growth of our regional community while honoring the traditions and values that define our Leather culture. I am a proud member of several families within the community: the Sakura Leather Family, the Cantham House Leather Family, and an associate member of both the Trippy and Armed Family and House Labyrinth. These families represent not only mentorship and service but also deep bonds of trust, respect, and shared purpose. Alongside my community work, I am honored to share my life with my slave of nine years. Together, we continue to learn, grow, and serve within the Leather community, upholding the principles of authenticity, integrity, and devotion that guide our path. My slave and I have faced a great deal of drama and tragedy over the past 3–4 years, experiences that have ultimately strengthened and deepened our relationship. Experiences that are atypical for a Master/slave relationship. Proud to share that beyond my lifestyle, I’m a doggo mom to my dachshund, Chewbacca — a patched member of the Sakura House — a dedicated plant mom, and a recent graduate with a Master’s in History, specializing in Cemetery Studies.
Ms. Kelly Chance & boi Di
Ms. Kelly Chance and her slave boiDi met for the first time in 2004 at an SWL meeting. At that time Ms. Kelly identified as a hetroflexible switch and slave to Master Duane. slave boiDi identified as leather dyke and service boi. Little did they know that their journeys would come together about 6 years later. Ms. Kelly evolved in her sexuality and her mastery under the mentorship of Master Duane, while slave boiDi's journey was leading them to slavery. In 2010, Ms. Kelly bought a lap dance from boiDi at Bang for the Buck. When boiDI found out who had purchased them, they exclaimed, "I thought she was straight." This lap dance brought two people from divergent worlds into an amazing Master/slave relationship. slave boiDi became part of Master Duane's and Ms. Kelly's leather family, along with Ms. Kelly's property tiger, and Master Duane's slave, Kari. When slave boiDi petitioned Ms. Kelly to become her slave 1 year into their relationship, their dynamic was M/s built on trust, vulnerability, intimacy, and erotic connection through BDSM. Ms. Kelly and slave boiDi have continued to grow their M/s dynamic on these founding principles. Both Ms. Kelly and her slave boiDi have served their community for many years. They have assumed leadership roles such as members of community boards, club Presidents, organizing parties, conferences and clubs in the Seattle area, and opening their homes for power exchange discussion groups. After co-founding Leather Reign 19 years ago, Ms. Kelly was executive producer for 4 years and slave boiDi, served as her left hand boi. Together they are Northwest Master and slave 2017. They have independently taught workshops in the United States and Western Canada.
Mufasa Ali
Master Mufasa Ali has been a dedicated member of the leather community for more than 35 years! He is the founder of the Men of ONYX, ONYX National Council Chairman Emeritus, Patriarch of Mufasa's Pride, Leather History Preservation Foundation founding Board Member, Mr World Leather 2006/2007 and the ONYX Leatherman 1997. Mufasa has received many awards including the Pantheon of Leather Marcus Hernandez Lifetime Achievement Award. He is the founder of the People of Color Caucus, the Leatherman of Color title and a nationally known speaker and educator/presenter on many topics. Mufasa is an ordained pastor, DEI consultant, spiritual life coach and consulting hypnotist by profession.
Mx Proxy
Ms. Proxy is a Black trans Master/Trainer/Owner and shining leatherfemme . Her advocacy led to overturning Maryland's "unnatural and perverted sexual practices" law and securing Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming care. She is building a family for black trans people living the lifestyle in Baltimore, Maryland.
mycalyne
Mycalyne is a bootblack, owned slave and switch, mbr and former Director of TRC, founding mbr of CABLE, CABLE Secretary, SEBB 2019-2021, SELF BB Contest Coordinator and BB Programming Co-Director, tech BB judge for NCBB Contest, Head of Menagerie, a mbr of Animus Primal Pack & Unsupervised Chaos.
Mystic_Sub
It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance. My name is Mystic and I'm a Polyamorous Pansexual Satanist. I've been in the lifestyle for over 9 years now and wish to teach the next generation of kinky people on how to safely perform kinks and fetishes we all know and have learned to love. I hope I can answer any questions you have, and if I don't know the answer myself, I have many resources at my disposal to help me as well.
nice_girl
nice_girl has been in the lifestyle since 2004 & has educated along the gulf coast from FL to TX. She previously served LBT’s Board for 9 years. She currently serves as Co-Director of MAsT:Biloxi, staff at The Rack Room in Milton, FL & facilitator of Hurricane Alley Leather Enthusiasts.
NotQuiteAsian
NotQuiteAsian received his Master Cover in 2024 from WOC. Co-founder of APRiL. Co-founder of PBS in Oly, WA since 2015 and currently serves as an advisor. Served the community as HANDS Chief Board Member in HSV, AL from 2019-2025 and as an ALAFF Committee Member for The Red Chair from 2021-2023.
Octavian Maximus
I'm a kink organizer and educator with over 6 years of experience in the kink community. I am the owner and organizer for the Rocky Mountain Spanking Parties, which is Denver's premier party for spanking enthusiasts to come to together to play in a safe space with like-minded individuals. As an educator, I specialize in teaching classes on the art of spanking and impact play.
Ogun
boy Ogun (he/they) is a leatherperson and kinkster who is the alpha boy of Master SteeleToe the Bootblack and is a member of The House of Steele, ONYX, and BLUF. As a uniform, leather, and rubber enthusiast with a decade of experience in the community. boy Ogun is based in Atlanta, GA and when he is not playing hard, he is working hard. boy Ogun is an attorney who is licensed in Georgia and Pennsylvania, and has practiced domestic relations/family law, insurance, and civil litigation. He has advised many clients over the years while providing a unique and diversified perspective. Additionally, boy Ogun is trained in alternative dispute resolution techniques as a mediator. boy Ogun prides himself on providing his legal knowledge to assist and uplift the communities he is a part of, including the leather and kink communities.
Phobos Onyx
Phobos is born to lead. With a military and correctional background, he’s a strong believer in taking responsibility. Born and raised in Chicago, he became a part of Leather and Kink through ONYX Midwest. He’s held the title of Leatherman of Color (2023) and lead online discussions about sexual health, offering free at-home STI testing kits. Phobos looks forward to his favorite hankies Magenta and White, and sharpening his skills in creating MEDIA that expresses KINK and FETISH through DANCE.
Pixie
Pixie (they/them) is an Intersex, genderqueer, Lebanese, hard of hearing, and neuro-divergent Leather queer utilizing their experiences as a foundation to ground in their values to be kind, be curious, value joy, and commit to growth. Since 2008, Pixie has been tending to the Leather Community behind-the-scenes for a multitude of opportunities from Texas to California including Bound by Desire, The WhatKnot, OctRoperfest, Mr SF Leather, Ms SF Leather, Ms Sacramento Leather, MAsT Sacramento, Queer Leather Association Sacramento, and Northwest Leather Celebration. Whether serving through their magic service bag, presenting, supporting education, wrangling contests, or supporting event logistics, Pixie strives to engage with intentionality, mindfulness, and authenticity.
PrincessSparkle5
PrincessSparkle5 (she/her) has been an active member of the Atlanta Littles scene for the past four years. She enjoys being a pretty, pretty princess in all aspects of her life, and is excited to share her passion for wellness with SELF.
Quinn & Carrie
My name is Shaylin King and I'm a passionate party planner who loves bringing people together to create unforgettable experiences. When I'm not curating the perfect event, you'll likely find me deep in a dark romance or romantasy novel, exploring the complexities of love and desire. As a proud bisexual and polyamorous individual, I'm deeply committed to helping others co-create authentic relationships that align with their true selves. Whether it's organizing an event or navigating personal connections, I'm all about fostering meaningful bonds in my communities both personally and professionally. My name is Carrie Morris- a bird watcher, captivated by birds of prey and their reptilian ancestors. When I'm not wading through marshes, I'm immersed in horror films or playing with my ever-watchful pitbull, Nellie. My journey with sexuality started early, with an illicit discovery of my dad's Hustlers. Then came Fried Green Tomatoes and Mary Stuart Masterson in those overalls, and something in me clicked. I identify as pansexual and monogamish, open to the many pathways a connection can grow!
Rib_Rob & Wreyn
Rob began his journey into the community in 2018 and quickly found his love for leather, electro, rope, and various forms of edge play. From an early age Rob found a fascination and the urge to understand how things work. He leveled up from accidentally tripping the house breakers with various experiments to eventually building toys and contraptions for sadistic fun. After entering the community, he met his family and leather house Monarch Z, where he has grown and honed his skills in a variety of edge play. He has a Masters in Engineering which provides him with the knowledge to bring his machinations to life. Rob also co-leads the Miami Munch in South Florida, striving to introduce newbies to the community he has come to call home.
Rogi
Rogi, a seasoned sailor with over 30 years of experience handling ropes, discovered a unique way to apply his skills. Based in Atlanta, this self-described Shibari enthusiast has spent the last decade honing his craft, tying and suspending people who want to "fly or experience rope." Rogi shares his passion and expertise by teaching classes at the local kinky cons, and at various kink stations throughout the South. He's always eager to practice and help others learn. You can always find him at the local Atlanta events near the Anchor point, doing suspension or to observe other riggers
Sadistic Bunny
I've been in the Lifestyle for over 26 years. Heavy Impact for over 22. I'm a heavy handed sadist, and I specialize in impact and fear play, and building impact toys. (only for personal use). I have a working knowledge of sensual, sensation, and wax. I'm currently married to a wonderful woman who is also in the lifestyle, and we try to stay active in the Atlanta community. I've been teaching for just over 6 years at various events in the Atlanta area. I'm a firm believer in "Each one; Teach one." This concept has guided me for many years.
Sarai311
Sarai311 (she/her) is a BIPOC kink educator, poet, and event organizer with a decade of combined experience in education and lifestyle practice. With three years of active involvement in the kink community and eight years as an educator outside of kink, she brings a deep understanding of curriculum design, inclusive pedagogy, and embodied learning to her workshops. Her teaching style blends clarity, emotional depth, and cultural nuance, making her classes both grounded and transformative. She has served as a Dungeon Monitor, demo bottom, and board member for Whippersnappers TNG, where she led DEIA initiatives, helped transition the group into an LLC, and organized major events such as The Winter Gala and Kinky Goth Prom. She is also the founder and lead organizer of BIPOC at Frolicon, a collective that centers Black and brown voices through curated programming, parties, and community advocacy. Sarai311 teaches across the Southeast, offering kink foundations, emotionally reflective workshops, and BIPOC-centered educational spaces. Her work has been featured at Frolicon, ConNooga, and Kink Down South. She is the author of What We Could Never Be, an erotic poetry collection rooted in BDSM, grief, and healing. And her erotica was featured in Black Leather in Color (BLIC) magazine in July 2025. Known for her emotional clarity, cultural intentionality, and powerful presence, Sarai311 creates spaces where kink, identity, and self-exploration can fully and safely coexist.
Sir Adam
A pain, sensation, and knowledge junkie, Sir Adam entered the lifestyle almost two decades ago. Serving from the bottom up, he spent his years traveling coast to coast, volunteering at numerous events, and offering to demo bottom for all who would teach him their skill set. Passionate about preventing discrimination in healthcare access, Sir Adam enjoys educating medical students and healthcare providers on how to serve our diverse community better. Past president of the Rogues L/LC, Sir Adam also served as Mr. Southeast Conference of Clubs 2013 and is “Mama’s Rogue Anarcist”. After moving to Florida in 2015, Sir Adam continued to teach and provide demos throughout the Florida Leather/BDSM/Fetish/Kink communities, served as Educational Coordinator for LeatherSir/Leatherboy/Community Bookblack 2016/2017, and was invited back to judge in 2019. In recent years, Sir Adam has been on hand, helping to make Mind:Body:Spirit magical, and is pleased to have been asked to co-present this year’s Discussion of Flesh Hooks and Other Body-based Rituals as well as help facilitate this year’s Mind:Body:Spirit - Ritual Steel’s ENGAGE! – a transformative ritual hook pull. Hook up with him there.
Sir Demarcus
Sir Demarcus Mama’s Carl Junior | Mama’s Family Member (2021) Director of Volunteers – Joining Hearts | Director of Volunteers & Vendors – Bulge Founder & Director – Georgia Alliance of Gift Giving (GAGG) and DLA Services (501c3) Paragon - previous member. Sir Demarcus is a proud and passionate member of the Atlanta and South Florida Leather and LGBTQQIAAP communities. Active in the leather world since 2007, he’s known for his high standards, integrity, and dedication to community service. He has organized over 37 fundraisers and currently serves as Director of Volunteers for Joining Hearts and Director of Volunteers & Vendors for Bulge, while also leading his own nonprofit, the Georgia Alliance of Gift Giving (GAGG). His work extends to organizations including the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, For the Kid in All of Us, FLoatarama, and The Trevor Project. Demarcus’s platform focuses on healthy sexual expression in mind, body, and spirit, mental wellness, and inclusivity for all identities, especially our trans family and individuals navigating body dysmorphia. His lifelong connection to leather runs deep—rooted in generations before him—and continues to inspire his mission of service, authenticity, and community.
Sir Free & boy Bennie
Sir Free (aka Felix the Doggo) is an artist and poet who resides in Binghamton, NY with his huspup, and his boy. boy Bennie (aka Pup Howlite) is a sex positive kinkster and artist based in Syracuse NY.
Sir Kraken & Starlight
Sir Kraken and his slave starlight have been living in an M/s dynamic for more than 3 years. Along their journey, they have attended many educational conferences, researched the various aspects of their authority transfer relationships and become proud members of the House of Valor. While they understand that the learning continues, they now wish to share their insights with other like minded people who are interested in exploring aspects of authority transfer relationships.
Sir pup henry
Sir pup henry, otherwise known as pup, has been a member of our kink-leather since the early 90's. Originally born in Dubline Ireland, he came to the US in1962. A late bloomer, he has the honor of being partnered to the (the late) Sir John Ferrari, and Sir to his (late) boi Eddie. Former title holder for Atlanta Eagle 2006, and Mr. Self 2006 and 2007. A founding member of NY city's City Cruisers Motorcycle club, and has taught regularly at SELF, ASS, Chasers, Gay Spirit Visions and other related venues, with topics including --- Impact Play (beginner and advanced) , Hot Wax, Bondage, Puppy Play, (Beginner and Advanced). Today, he lives in Graham, NC with his devoted puppy Nellie.
Sir Valentino & Sir's peach
Sir Valentino Harrison is a Lifestyle Master covered under Mistress Cyan. He heads a queer, femme, polygamous household in a 24/7 power exchange that includes the sharing of businesses, homes and children. Sir Valentino and his household are militantly pro-black, pro-choice, pro-reindigenization, pro-trans, pro-lgbtqia and pro-sex work. Sir Valentino, who currently practices criminal and family law (with a specialization in restraining orders) in Southern California, has and will teach most classes including lectures and interactive classes. Topics have included Power Exchange Dynamics, BDsM and the Law, Polyamory, and especially BDsM skill classes like single tail whips, flogging, fire play and barehanded BDsM. He lectured for a week on BDSM at Stanford University for Kardinal Kink and has also presented at major kink and lifestyle conferences around the country including DomCon LA 2010 2025, DomCon Atlanta 2015, DomCon New Orleans 2016 & 2025, BOLD 2014, Olympus Leather 2012, Behind Closed Doors 2013, and TGIF Fetish Ball 2013, 2014, 2015, & 2017 (Fresno, CA), Northeast Conference of Kink 2023, CTX Darkside Kinky BBQ 2024, and Southeast Leather Fest 2025. Sir Valentino served as Southern California Leather Master 2013 and Southwest Leather Master 2014, using the title to raise 21 tons of food for charity. He, along with his family, appeared on episode 104 of VH1's "I'm Married to A." and episode one (1) of "What Chelsea Does". He has educated and performed at such venues as Sanctuary Studios (Los Angeles, CA), Stockroom University (Hollywood, CA), Threshold Clubhouse (North Hollywood, CA), The Lair de Sade (North Hollywood, CA), The Baltimore Playhouse (Baltimore, MD), Dungeon Servitus (San Diego, CA), Bondage Ball (Los Angeles & San Francisco, CA), Pleasures and Treasures (San Diego, CA), The Matrix (Bakersfield, CA), and The Garage (Fresno, CA).
Sir's peach
Sir’s peach (she/ her) is a polyamorous cis gendered, bisexual Black woman who identifies as a slave. She has been in service for the past 5 years to Sir Valentino and His House . Sir Valentino and His household are militantly pro-black, pro-choice, pro-reindigenization, pro-trans, pro-lgbtqia and pro-sex work. She has traveled the country with Sir Valentino and F/family serving as a bottom and assisting with the hosting of charity events and teaching several BDSM classes. Balancing her lifestyle with a full-time career and the responsibilities of being a full-time parent, she navigates the complexity of 24/7 power exchange with dedication, integrity, and a strong commitment to communication and trust. Her experience in this lifestyle is marked by a profound understanding of the nuances involved in such dynamics, always ensuring that consent and mutual respect are at the core of her practice as an s-type.
Slave Chy & Master Castle
Master Castle (He/Him) began his path in authority transfer dynamics in 2008. Castle is a pansexual, polyamorous Master, caregiver, pup handler, educator, student, engineer, and digital archivist. Master Castle has a deep passion for putting his back into helping his community and can often be found moving dungeon furniture or fixing tech issues at events. He has been with his slave, Slave Chy for ten years, and they have been married for nine. Slave Chy (She/They) was born and raised in Pueblo CO. She is a Biromantic, Demisexual,polyamorous, evolving slave. Who joined her local community in 2014. Slave Chy is a slave, little, pup, artist, photographer, educator, chef, and gamer. Who is Passionate about teaching, relationship education, and psychology. She is a founding member and vice president of Onyx Pearls Rocky Mountain. During their shared years in the community, they've run several classes and groups while working diligently to help bring alternative lifestyle education to smaller communities. As well as helping to bridge the gap between the previous and next generations. By working as intergenerational advocates. They are the 2024 Southwest Master/slave title holders. They aim to spread education and awareness about authority transfer dynamics within the next generation .
slave Princess Poppy
Hailing from Pontiac, MI, Princess Poppy began her journey in 2014. While discovering WIITWD she discovered the world of age play. Although learning the verbiage and general protocol of the lifestyle was appealing, finding her niche as a little was eye opening and life changing. And as a service to the littles community Poppy created Tutu Gang. A Facebook group that stand on being a safe place for BIPOC littles and to advocate for those whose voices aren't so loud. In the vanilla world Poppy has an extensive background in hospitality and a culinary arts degree from Le Cordon Bleu Atlanta. Currently she is continuing her education by double majoring in sociology and history from WayneStateUniversity. In the future she will obtain certifications in adult and child sexual abuse therapy, ENM relationships, BDSM relationship therapy as well as transgender therapy and sexology. Her goal is to help people heal from sexual trauma. As a recent breast cancer survivor Poppy has founded LINKS, A support group for cancer patients and survivors in WIITWD. Soon, they will have fundraisers to create scholarships for cancer patients or disabled people in O/our community to attend events such as Fetish Ball, SELF, etc… Although she has helped many of her friends along their journeys, Poppy is now formally mentoring friends to help them be more educated in vetting, PRICK, RACK and how to navigate their journey safely as possible. On April 23, 2025, Poppy debuted LoC (Little ones of Color). A Bipoc littles organization focused on advocacy for the littles community and community service. Currently Poppy is the alpha girl and is in service to the Delicious House of Heart under the leadership of SirDee Heart. Also, in April of 2024 Poppy became a member of Ngozi Vicus Village and they covered Poppy as a slave at the 2025 Claw. While being in service to DHOH, Poppy is looking forward to learning more as a leather person and how to properly serve the leather community as a whole.
Slave Sunflower & Sir Daniel
Sir Daniel is the HoH of House of TST and the owner of Tender Strokes Toys LLC. He has been an active member of the kink and Leather communities for over 20 years. He has volunteered at various events and conferences in multiple positions from DM to photographer. He is the Co Producer of the Northeast Conference of Kink. He has traveled both nationally and internationally educating and performing. slave sunflower is the owned and collared slave and property of Sir Daniel and House of TST. she has been an active member of the Leather community for 10 years and serves in various roles from presenter, staff member as a Volunteer Assistant for SELF, Director of Diversity for Beyond Leather, Director of Hospitality and Staff Support for Northeast Conference of Kink, and volunteers for various conferences, events, and munches. She also serves as a board member for NCSF promoting consent within the community.Sir Daniel and slave sunflower reside in Baltimore, MD and enjoy being a part of their local community. Their passion to work individually and collectively to ensure their community is informed, diverse, inclusive, and a safe consensual space for everyone is their driving force. Having fun while doing it is a bonus!
snow_leopard1
Brandi is a pansexual, polyamorous, primal, Latina switch from Columbia, South Carolina, and her world truly came alive when she met her beloved wife and kitten, Tori. Together, they embody love, laughter, energy, and the wild pulse of primal connection. Brandi has been in the lifestyle since 2012 and attending events since 2013, first finding her footing in Columbia’s TNG and T3WD communities. Her first SouthEast LeatherFest in 2014 felt like coming home, a place where she was seen, valued, and embraced as family. Since then, she’s volunteered at five SELFs, dedicating her heart to creating spaces where others can feel the same belonging and now serves on the Board as the Social Presence Team Lead. After surviving a near-death experience in 2015 and the C word in 2022, Brandi took time to heal and reclaim her fire. Since then, she has rediscovered her primal nature, the snow leopard within, and the healing power of kink, energy, and community. A proud edge player and certified Reiki Master, she finds beauty in the balance between shadow and light, pain and pleasure, energy and intention. She delights in all things weird, odd, and unapologetically authentic (and sharp and pointy!). Brandi proudly serves her Owner and protector, HappyPuppy, and shares her life with her cherished wife, Tori. Together, they live in Columbia with their five mischievous rescue furbabies, surrounded by laughter, love, and plenty of fur. Whether teaching, volunteering, or letting her bell jingle across the dungeon floor, Brandi radiates connection, curiosity, and compassion reminding everyone that there’s power and healing in being wholly yourself.
SnuggleNugget & TheDotingDaddy
TheDotingDaddy (he/him) and SnuggleNugget (she/her) are active members of the Atlanta kink community who began building their DD/lg dynamic in 2020. Together, they have devoted their time and energy to supporting the Atlanta CG/l community through education, connection, and a focus on safe, healthy dynamics. In addition to teaching classes by and for CG/l players, they manage the Atlanta Littles Discord server and host PAMPER, a pop-up littles’ playgroup supporting local events. Their teaching style reflects the personality of their dynamic - warm, conversational, and grounded in real connection. They encourage open dialogue, thoughtful questions, and shared learning experiences that invite participants to engage deeply and authentically. Both believe in the importance of education within the CG/l community as a way to foster understanding, communication, and consent-driven relationships. While DD/lg adds a distinctive flavor to their play, their interests also extend to protocol and service, impact, sharps, and more, creating a well-rounded approach to both their personal and teaching practices.
SourPatchSadist
Active in the Atlanta community for over 5 years now. I have a passion for community kink and learning. Starting my kink journey with rope once in the community I evolved and I slowly transformed into the sadist I am today. I embrace my scary sadist side and practice a lot of edge play and more intense scenes. I love to think outside of the box and come up with creative scenes that include impact, blood play, fear play and more. After a few years in the community I wanted to do something to give back to the community so I joined the Whippersnappers board and helped to build a safe, welcoming and educational space to give new and young kinksters a place to navigate the community in an informed and safe way. In the last year I started TopAcademy with the intention of creating a space to educate tops and dom/dommes on a wide range of topics.
SpankCake
SpankCake (she/her) is a service-oriented Leather babygirl from Los Angeles and served as International Ms. Bootblack 2024. She is the Executive Director of the non-profit organization, bootblack.org, as well as Founder of Rice Up, an advocacy group for Asian leather people. She has served as head judge for a variety of contests including International Ms. Bootblack, International Community Bootblack, UK Bootblack, Bootblack Europe, Southeast LeatherFest, and Route 66. In addition, SpankCake has written for various organizations including the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom and was featured in the July 2024 issue of Black Leather in Color magazine. SpankCake aspires to make the AAPISA/BIPOC and leather communities proud by showcasing her passion for her craft as well as her dedication to fostering inclusivity and representation. As she continues to leave her mark on the world of Leather, she would like to stand as an inspiration to those who seek to embrace their true selves within the BDSM community and beyond.
TheSirDee Heart
TheSirDee Heart proudly identifies as pansexual and embraces the role of a Leather Primal Sadist within the BDSM and leather community, boasting over 25 years of experience. Beyond being a Sir, she embodies the roles of Protector, Mentor, Educator, Disciplinarian, Kink & Fetish Room host, Kink Performer, and works as a ProDom. As the Head and founder of DeeLicious House of Heart, she oversees a dynamic Leather Poly M/s-D/s household, nurturing a safe haven that prioritizes education, growth, community building, and the exploration of kink through obedience, discipline, and self-discovery. DHOH operates on principles of service and dedication, with SirDee leading by example. Through Dee’s Dungeon, a platform she established, individuals of all levels, from novices to seasoned practitioners, come together to share knowledge, support, and nurture each other's journeys. Additionally, Dee’s Dungeon hosts a monthly munch & kink night in DC, facilitating learning and skill-sharing opportunities. Sir D is a covered Sir aiming to elevate her and knowledge to the level of a Master. Her expertise spans a wide array of practices including Primal play, Fire play/cupping, impact, sensation play, sensory deprivation, electro play, mummification, wax play, cigar play, sensual/erotic massages, needle play, forced orgasms, orgasm denial, CBT, medical play, Asphyxiation, Odaxelagnia, bondage, restraints, and learning the intricate art of Shibari. She has attended several events in her years in WIITWD, volunteering, presenting and providing education as well at events including Fetish Ball, Fuckcation, SELF, Beyond Leather, NECK, the Korral- Kink intensive & Dee’s Dungeon Munch to name a few. She is also a Leather girls of Color and Leather boys of Color Ally and a panelist on Uncovered Conversations.
Tidbit
Tidbit is a boy and a bootblack who began exploring kink 27 years ago and quickly found his home in Leather. He has been a member of the Tarheel Leather Club for over a decade and currently serves as their President. Tidbit was honored to serve as NC Bootblack 2012 and Southeast Bootblack 2018. While constantly on the prowl for more to learn, his passion is teaching others and seeing them grow into teachers themselves.
Tomo
Tomo (He/They) is a genderqueer butch leatherdyke who found the leather community over 30 years ago during a sunset motorcycle ride with his wife, Mel. Since then, Tomo has become a recognized leader, educator, and producer in leather, M/s, and kink spaces. He has taught extensively, served as a keynote speaker, emcee, auctioneer, and judge, and is known for his clear voice, deep integrity, and storytelling style rooted in lived experience. For over 18 years, he has been served by his devoted Majordomo, Levi. For the past year, Tomo has worn the collar of Mistress Nyna of San Francisco, serving her with devotion, joy, and reverence through their shared leather life. Tomo is the Owner and Producer of South Plains Leatherfest, the International Master slave Contest, and the International Person of Leather Contest. He served as Northwest slave 2015 and International slave 2016 and 2021. He has also co-produced Northwest Leather Celebration, the Northwest Master slave, Northwest Bootblack, and Northwest Person of Leather Contests. For seven years, he was a co-producer of International Ms Leather Weekend, the International Ms Leather Contest, and International Ms Bootblack Contest. He continues to serve as co-producer of Ms Sacramento Leather Contest and is a founding member of the D.U.C. Tomo is a member of MAsT: Sacramento, MAsT: San Francisco, The Exiles, and the Leather Solidarity Collective where he serves as webmaster. He is the former Director of MAsT: Sacramento and a past West Coast Curator for the Leather Quilt Project. Tomo's contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including the 2013 Pantheon of Leather President’s Award, the 2018 Master slave Conference slave Heart Award, the 2020 NLA Vice President’s Award, the 2023 Master slave Conference Guy Baldwin Master slave Heritage Award, and the 2024 Southeast Leatherfest Community Award.
Trina Hudson
Trina Hudson, affectionately known to a chosen few as “Puppy”, is a devoted service pup, little, and active member of the Houston kink community. Her journey is rooted in a deep pride for service, integrity, and the upholding of Leather values. Trina regularly volunteers and presents at kink and Leather conferences both virtually and in person, bringing warmth, education, and accessibility to diverse spaces. She currently serves as part of the leadership tribe for Houston Black Munch (HBM), helping to cultivate connection and representation within the local scene. Most recently, Trina founded Pet Scouts, a new inclusive organization dedicated to supporting human pets through structured play, personal growth, and community engagement.
TwisterTail & --Dreamer--
TwisterTail & --Dreamer (she/her) is a sadomasochistic Alpha Grimlin switch and babygirl to her Daddy, --Dreamer--. She joined the South Carolina BDSM community in 2022 and has since explored a wide range of dynamics, Topping and Bottoming in many forms of play. She attends regular events, demos, and play parties, and is part of a 24/7 D/s dynamic with --Dreamer--. TwisterTail practices polyamory with --Dreamer-- and FinnNoctis and has been an active participant in the growth and development of House Domus Somnia, facilitating workshops, demos, and munches while focusing on hands-on exploration, education, and community building.
UsagiPlease & MercuryBound
UsagiPlease is a Creator, Educator, Scorpio, and Rope Gremlin with a passion for pleasure. They enjoy self-tying, tying others, being tied, and rolling around in piles of jute like a meatball in rope spaghetti. Usagi entered the BDSM Community in 2017 through T3WD, and immediately fell in love with rope bondage. Their personal rope style lately has ventured towards controlled chaos, and they'll always appreciate the versatility of a good single column. Usagi was a founding member and facilitator of Columbia Rope, and hopes to help others find empowerment and fulfillment in rope. They live with their beloved partner Mercury, 3 cats, and an assorted collection of houseplants.
MercuryBound has been involved in the SC kink scene since 2016. They're a gendy-bendy Switch, and a wax and impact top who believes somebody should always be laughing in the scene (even if it's just her). Mercury enjoys creating predicaments in scenes and evilly fulfilling her bottoms' needy little requests like a kinky wish-granting djinn. She is known to enjoy a pop quiz (I hope you're taking notes) and taught Usagi the joys of rolling around in rope like a meatball in a giant plate of spaghetti.
WaywardSoul
WaywardSoul (he/him) is a poly leatherman, dominant, sadistic edge player, daddy, rigger, and more. Active in Upstate SC since late 2015, he’s been involved in multiple local groups and helped found both the Upstate Kink Lifestyle Society (UKLS, 2018) and Rope in Greenville (RIG, 2023). He’s presented for Frolicon, SELF, and other local groups. His core values emphasize education, authenticity, and honoring our history—understanding how it shaped our past, informs our present, and influences our future. For him, education isn’t just about the how, but the why. That philosophy guides his teaching, with classes providing not only practical skills, but strong foundational knowledge to support growth through every level of engagement.
Willie Tradesmen
Willie (he/him/Daddy) is a Switch based in the Carolinas with a passion for all things Leather and Kink. His leather journey spans over seven years, establishing a strong brand and presence online, in his local community, and beyond. His journey is noted by key milestones and experiences such as, earning the titles of Tradesmen of The Year (2020-2021), Mr. North Carolina Triangle Leather (2022), and representing the North Carolina Triangle community on the world stage at International Mr. Leather 45. Willie is a proven servant leader, taking on a range of roles such as Tally Master for Maryland Leather and serving as judge for the North Carolina Bootblack, Connecticut Leather, North Carolina and South Carolina Leather Contests. Willie formerly was Vice President and Marketing & Communications Officer for The Tradesmen Leather Levis club and is a founding member of BLUF (Breeches and Leather Uniform Fanclub) Charlotte, a chapter of the international BLUF organization. His focus is driving representation and visibility everywhere it matters, and doing the work that builds community and keeps it open and safe for generations to come; regardless of old or new guard affiliation, gender identity, body, race, ethnicity, creed, etc.