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Jul 11, 2024 | 
xbiz.com | Colleen Godin |Rebecca Weinberg |Verna Meng
Blanca Estrada-Gonzalez will be the first to tell you that she “drops panties for a living,” and she wouldn’t have it any other way. Though Magic Silk’s star saleswoman once aspired to become a medical doctor, the universe had other plans — and those plans involved jock straps, lacy undies and see-through bedroom wear for all.
Estrada-Gonzalez splits her time between the two loves of her life: her family and her career.
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Jul 9, 2024 | 
xbiz.com | Colleen Godin |Rebecca Weinberg |Verna Meng
Come for the Catholic cathedrals, stay for the world-class pleasure expertise! While that may not be an official slogan, there is no denying that modern retail boutique N69 is adding a touch of intimate class to the Polish adult products market.
N69 founder Kamila Hrecka is a professional sex educator specializing in comprehensive, accurate information on various aspects of human sexuality. She started the brick-and-mortar in Warsaw, Poland, with a specific mission.
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Jul 4, 2024 | 
xbiz.com | Colleen Godin |Rebecca Weinberg |Verna Meng
Today’s most beloved pleasure products often blend the adult and mainstream worlds, marketing their sensual designs in boxes that won’t deter vanilla shoppers — or mainstream retail buyers. Canadian sister brands BodiSpa and Nobü aim to embody this vision, bringing adult fantasies to even the shyest of consumers. Both brands are produced by BodiSpa, which was conceived in 2013 by founder Alain Elmaleh and is currently headquartered in Saint Laurent, Quebec.
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Jun 27, 2024 | 
xbiz.com | Rebecca Weinberg |Verna Meng |Sean Quinn |Colleen Godin
Adult retailers put a lot of thought into the products they carry. They want to offer customers high-quality sex toys with the latest technology and features, plus a robust selection of condoms and lubricants — all at competitive prices. In fact, adult retail has come such a long way since the days of “novelty” items that it’s easy to forget how lucrative a category “novelty” still is.
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Jun 25, 2024 | 
xbiz.com | Verna Meng |Sean Quinn |Colleen Godin |Rebecca Weinberg
Pride month is more than a celebration; it is a platform for advocacy, inclusivity and community empowerment. As we celebrate Pride month in June, therefore, it is essential for the pleasure industry to engage with the queer community by embracing thoughtful digital marketing initiatives that resonate with LGBTQ+ audiences. Let’s review some guidelines to help accomplish that.
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Jun 20, 2024 | 
xbiz.com | Sean Quinn |Colleen Godin |Verna Meng |Rebecca Weinberg
The term “Shallowing” refers to engaging only in shallow penetration of the vagina, and/or stimulating the vaginal opening and the few centimeters inside of it, rather than deeper penetration and trying to stimulate the G-spot or A-spot. Since 90% of the vagina’s nerve endings are actually at the opening, this often-overlooked erogenous zone can provide more pleasure than most individuals and couples might think, fueling anticipation while allowing them to explore and discover new sensations.
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Jun 18, 2024 | 
xbiz.com | Sean Quinn |Colleen Godin |Verna Meng |Rebecca Weinberg
The more successful you are, the more you grow — and the more you grow, the more complex your operations and technology needs. Since technology is the backbone of almost any retail business nowadays, one of the biggest challenges adult retailers encounter is making sure they have the right technology stack and staff needed to support growth.
In particular, one of the most important decisions any retailer can make is what to take on in-house, and what to farm out.
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Nov 12, 2023 | 
xbiz.com | Colleen Godin |Sofia Barrett-Ibarria |Scarlett Ward |Verna Meng
Each month, XBIZ spotlights the career accomplishments and outstanding contributions of Women in Adult. WIA profiles offer an intimate look at the professional lives of the industry's most influential female executives.
Lingerie marketing and sales requires a special touch. In the case of Florida-based lingerie brand Oh La La Cheri, that also means a woman’s touch — namely, that of Key Account Manager Sarah Konkel.
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Nov 9, 2023 | 
xbiz.com | Colleen Godin |Sofia Barrett-Ibarria |Scarlett Ward |Verna Meng
Shunga Erotic Art is best known for its boutique vibe, its stunning Japanese art visuals and of course, its curated line of oils, lotions and potions meant to be touched, tasted and smelled. Shunga bath and body products have been a staple of the pleasure sector for 24 years, making French-Canadian founder Manon Vallee a long-celebrated figure in the industry.
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Nov 7, 2023 | 
xbiz.com | Sofia Barrett-Ibarria |Scarlett Ward |Verna Meng |Luka Matosic
In 2017, Natalie Annis was ready for a career pivot. She was working in the construction industry as the owner of a manufacturing and distribution company, but after 20 years in that business, she was ready for a change. Both she and her daughter Shae, who had recently graduated from college with a degree in fashion merchandising and design, were on the lookout for a new professional venture — something fresh and inspiring that they could feel passionate about.
