Dr. Soum Rakshit is the Co-Founder & CEO of MysteryVibe. He did his PhD in Biomedical Engineering and created a startup in eye recognition which was acquired by a US defence company. He then spent 7 years in management consulting on large technology projects. In 2014 Soum started MysteryVibe to bring defence electronics and medical expertise together and create devices that solve big topics in sexual health in an accessible way. 

N. Jasmine Johnson, MSW, MA, LCSW, is a licensed clinical therapist and owner of virtual mental health practice Blue Pearl Therapy LLC. She has a strong therapeutic emphasis on Intimacy Post Injury & Illness, Trauma, Drama and Kink, and Sex-Positive Parenting. Jasmine offers her expertise to train other therapists and professionals on the use of erotica in practice and also to create safe spaces for Sex Workers, Kinksters, and Alternative Lifestylers to engage in stigma and bias-free therapy.

Jasmine is the co-owner of Royal Fetish Films and Jet Setting Jasmine LLC where the love of the arts, film, and sex education are combined to produce content that stimulates and engages the audience to push their sexual boundaries. Jasmine shares more than 20 years of experience, with partner King Noire as Adult Entertainers, Educators, and Master Fetish Trainers. The duo are award-winning adult film stars and have dedicated their craft to creating a more inclusive and ethically sound adult entertainment industry.

David Ley is a clinical psychologist in practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from Ole Miss, and his Master's and Doctoral degrees in clinical psychology from the University of New Mexico. Dr. Ley is licensed in New Mexico and North Carolina, and has provided clinical and consultative services in numerous other states. He is the Executive Director of New Mexico Solutions, a large outpatient mental health and substance abuse program in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Ley also serves on the advisory board for the Sexual Health Alliance.

Dr. Ley has been treating sexuality issues throughout his career. He first began treating perpetrators and victims of sexual abuse, but expanded his approach to include the fostering and promotion of healthy sexuality, and awareness of the wide range of normative sexual behaviors. Insatiable Wives is his first book and won a Silver Medal in the Foreword Magazine Book of the Year contest for 2009. Dr. Ley wrote Insatiable Wives following two years of interviews with couples around the country. His controversial second book, The Myth of Sex Addiction was released in March 2012, challenging the concept of sexual addiction and exploring a different model of male sexuality. The Myth of Sex Addiction triggered a firestorm of debate, allowing people to finally challenge the media hype of this pseudo-disorder. His new book Ethical Porn for Dicks, A Man's Guide to Responsible Viewing Pleasureis due out in Summer/Fall 2016. Dr. Ley may be contacted via email through the Psychology Today website.

Dr. Chris Donaghue is an international lecturer, therapist, and educator. Dr Donaghue is the Director of Clinical Education for The Sexual Health Alliance (SHA), host of the LoveLine podcast, weekly expert on “The Amber Rose Show”, and frequent co host on “The Doctors” tv show.  He previously hosted WE tv’s “Sex Box”and Logo tv’s “Bad Sex”.  He is published in various professional journals and top magazines, and has been featured on The Today Show, VICE, CNN, HLN, OWN, Nightline, Dr Drew and in Newsweek, New York Times, Daily Beast, Mens Health, Cosmo, and National Geographic. Author of the book, “Sex Outside the Lines: Authentic Sexuality in a Sexually Dysfunctional Culture”. Dr. Donaghue has lectured at prestigious Universities including USC, UCLA, and Princeton as well as being the keynote at various professional conferences such as Chicago Ideas Week, American Association for Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), and The Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality (SSSS). Dr. Chris Donaghue is a Doctor of Clinical Sexology and Human Sexuality, Doctoral trained in Clinical Psychology, Licensed Clinical Therapist, a Certified Sex Therapist and a Certified Sexologist. Dr. Donaghue practices general psychology and specializes in individual and couples sex, relational, and marital therapy.  His work also includes sexual compulsivity, sexual anorexia, sexual dysfunctions, and non-traditional sexuality, identities, and relationships.  His work is also with diverse individuals, including all gender expressions, sexual orientations, and Kink/BDSM/Poly issues.  His office is located in Los Angeles. 

Athena is a sextech and sexual wellness copywriter and email agency.  She’s collaborated with sextech startups, sexual pleasure/wellness companies, and sex coaches.  She loves working with brands who want to build a community with their audience.  Athena is passionate about the kink community and promoting great sex lives.  She’s living her best life in Midwest, USA with her husband, daughter and five doggies.  You can connect with Athena at https://www.thesexcopywriter.com/ and athena@athenagaylellc.com

Dr. Justin Lehmiller received his Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Purdue University. Dr. Lehmiller also is Director of the Study Abroad Program with the Sexual Health Alliance. He is a Research Fellow at The Kinsey Institute and author of the book Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life. Dr. Lehmiller is an award-winning educator, having been honored three times with the Certificate of Teaching Excellence from Harvard University, where he taught for several years.

He is also a prolific researcher and scholar who has published more than 50 academic works to date, including a textbook titled The Psychology of Human Sexuality (third edition forthcoming in 2023) that is used in college classrooms around the world.

Dr. Lehmiller’s research focuses on topics including casual sex, sexual fantasy, sexual health, and friends with benefits. His studies have appeared in all of the leading journals on human sexuality, including the Journal of Sex Research, Archives of Sexual Behavior, and The Journal of Sexual Medicine.

Christmas comes but once a year, but for Suki and Brian Dunham, the 2004 holiday would change their lives forever. That Christmas, Brian gifted Suki with a new vibrator and an iPod®—her two favorite stocking stuffers of all time, we might add. It wasn't long before this ex-Apple product marketing gal thought,"Wouldn't it be cool if I could pair these two, and create one truly amazing dual-sensory experience?" And with that, OhMiBod was born.

The OhMiBod brand embodies the love and passion that Suki and Brian have for each other, as well as the industry they serve. This spirit is best represented with OhMiBod's new Lovelife line of personal massagers, with each product named and designed to reflect the key components to the
Dunhams' successful relationship: share, adventure, discover, smile, flex, dream, and cuddle.

Caitlin V is a globally recognized sexuality educator, coach, and content creator whose work has transformed the way individuals—and entire industries—approach intimacy and relational wellness. With over 850,000 YouTube subscribers, 140 million video views, and 15,000+ enrolled students, she has built a digital empire rooted in education, empowerment, and business-savvy storytelling.

Her influence extends far beyond the screen. Caitlin has been featured on Max, TLC, Discovery+, TEDx, The Oprah Magazine, and Cosmopolitan, offering mainstream audiences a refreshing, unapologetic perspective on topics that matter. As a certified coach and Master of Public Health, she merges academic expertise with real-world insight to create programs and platforms that resonate with today’s learners and leaders alike.

Caitlin is also the author of an upcoming book that redefines male sexuality and challenges outdated narratives about modern masculinity. Through her signature blend of humor, depth, and strategic content creation, she helps men unlock confidence, clarity, and connection—not only in the bedroom, but in life and business.

Alyssa is a Sex Education Content Creator who got her start on the Netflix reality show, The Circle. Her time on the show gave her a platform to show fellow competitors, viewers, and now her followers how valuable Sex Education is. Her bubbly personality and extensive professional background in Social Media Marketing allowed her to dive into the social media space with great impact so she may continue to grow her audience and business while finishing her certification as a Sex Educator with the Sexual Health Alliance.

Jacques is a writer who enjoys writing short stories, novellas, and screenplays. Erotic romance, sci-fi, and mystery genres are his favorite settings for stories that lead to a portal beyond which is a world that inspires the imagination.
When he is not writing, he can be found working out at the gym or watching sports, especially football. In addition, he likes to relax, listening to music, mainly jazz and classic R&B. Music inspires him.

Carly Antor is a website designer with over eight years of experience specializing in building beautiful, functional websites that empower business owners and entrepreneurs. She has worked with a wide range of clients, including therapists, counselors, business and life coaches, health and fitness professionals, photographers, creatives, and businesses in the pet industry.

With expertise in creative website design, branding, and marketing strategies, Carly is passionate about bringing her clients’ visions to life in digital form. She thrives on collaborating with clients, exploring design concepts, and guiding them through the creative process to ensure their brand makes a lasting impact online.

Whether developing a brand’s first website or revitalizing an existing digital presence, Carly helps businesses stand out and connect authentically with their audiences.

Angela Skurtu, M.Ed., LMFT-S, ACST-S. Angela is a Keynote Speaker and Author of the books “From F*ck No to F*ck Yes Sex!” (2025), “Helping Couples Overcome Infidelity: A Therapist’s Manual” (2018), and “Pre-Marital Counseling: A Guide for Clinicians” (2016). She is a Licensed Marriage Therapist and Supervisor (AAMFT) and a Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor (AASECT). To find out about Angela’s YouTube channel, podcast, book series, products and services, visit OpenBedroomDoors.com.

Angela on a personal level: I help couples who are best friends take their relationship from the “friend zone” to the “sexy zone” by normalizing conversations about sex. I love this work. Every day, I am privileged to walk with couples in their time of need and help sexually empower them. For many of the couples I work with, sex is mired in shame. Instead of feeling comfortable in their body, sex is scary, lonely, and creates anxiety. My work with couples is all about helping them find their own creative sexual style and become their authentic sexual selves. My passion is to help individuals find their sexual voice and their personal sexual identity. I’m Angela Skurtu and I open bedroom doors!

Shan Boodram is the Internet’s most sought-after, certified sex educator coach and relationship expert with over 100 million YouTube views. She has had mainstream coverage across all major media networks including: The Today Show, ABC Good Morning America, The Talk, The Real, and The View. Boodram is currently the host of Hung Up from Headspace Studios and the Ambie-nominated podcast Lovers and Friends. You can watch Boodram now as a recurring expert on Netflix’s Too Hot to Handle and on Peacock as the sex expert on Ex-Rated with Andy Cohen. Previously she was the host + EP of Quibi's #1 daily show, Sexology with Shan Boodram, MTV's Guide to Sex and Facebook Watch’s Make Up or Break Up. Boodram is a best-selling author of, “The Game Of Desire"" (HarperCollins, '19) acclaimed by TIME, Apple, Glamour & Refinery29. Her first book is titled LAID (Seal Press, '09) she's written for Teen Vogue, Cosmopolitan, CBC, Playboy and InStyle. Boodram is an ambassador for AIDS Healthcare Foundation and WomensHealth.gov + a member of the National Coalition of Sexual Health. She previously served on Trojan's Sexual Health Advisory Board alongside sex ed historical icons like Dr. Jocelyn Elders. This summer Boodram has a brand new project with Roku set to shake up the reality dating space.

Boodram is a certified sexologist with a M.S. in psychology from ASU. She is currently pursuing her PsyD from California Southern University. She lives in Los Angeles with her two daughters, Ryu and Xya, and husband Jared Brady.

APRIL: April is a SHA certified sex educator who has been in the pleasure products industry since 2008, educating people around the globe about sex toys and sexual health and wellness. She co-host of ""Shameless Sex"", one of the most listened to podcasts in the world, co-author of the book ""Shameless Sex"", and co-owner of one of the most innovative sex toy brands of today Hot Octopuss. She also serves as a SWPA board member and head of their Mentorship Program. She was Woman of the Year in 2016, Sexpert of the Year in 2024, and is considered a pioneer in the pleasure products industry by her piers.

AMY: Amy is a sex and relationship coach trained in both the Somatica® and Hakomi Method, certified sex educator, lead educator for überlube, as well as co-owner of a mother-daughter owned online pleasure boutique called Pure Pleasure Shop. She cohost of Shameless Sex, one of the most listened to podcasts in the world and coauthor of the book Shameless Sex and was voted Sexpert of the Year in both 2022 and 2024. Amy has a passion for promoting shame-free, pleasure-focused sexuality education while emphasizing the deep emotional and energetic forces behind great sex and intimate connection.

Dr. J. | Dr. Donna Jennings, Ph.D., is a seasoned sex therapist, educator, and author, with 47 years of expertise spanning private practice, consulting, and academia. She transitioned into writing after four decades in the field, contributing to numerous publications, including Stupid Fish Productions, SinCyr Publishing, and Bellesa, and anthologies such as Best Women's Erotica Vol 3. Dr. J. also developed the Purple Sex Reflection Deck for Women and is set to release Purple Sex & Love Beyond Your Dreams: A guided journal exploring women's sexuality on August 15, 2023. Her non-fiction book, Scenes with Sex: A Writer’s Sexuality Guide, and an erotic romance novel, Jolted: The Boys of Summer Return, are scheduled for 2024. She facilitates the Passion Works Community on Circle and hosts The Sexuality Space on Twitter and Purple Sex & Erotic Whims on the MŌN app.

Dr. Soum Rakshit is the Co-Founder and CEO of MysteryVibe, an award-winning sexual health company. He holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering and previously worked in defense electronics, where he developed iris recognition technology for airport security. This work led to his first startup, which was acquired by a defense company. He later spent seven years in management consulting.

Dr. Rakshit founded MysteryVibe to apply his electronics expertise and medical knowledge to the field of sexual health. His company focuses on developing clinically-proven, FDA Class 2 medical devices to address issues such as erectile dysfunction, pelvic pain, and dryness, especially after major life events like childbirth, menopause, cancer treatment, or surgery. The company also produces educational content to help people have conversations about sexual health. Under his leadership, MysteryVibe has received numerous international design awards.

Beyond product innovation, Dr. Rakshit is dedicated to making sexual health solutions more accessible. He has overseen the company's achievement of FSA/HSA eligibility for all its products, and has strengthened partnerships with institutions like King's College London. He is a frequent speaker at conferences on innovation, sexual health, and the future of wellness technology.

Tara Michaela Jones is a sex educator based in Philadelphia and New York. She is the founder and Executive Director of The Youth Sexpert Program, a nonprofit organization dedicated to training the next generation of sexual health experts. Through digital workshops and hands-on intensives, Tara empowers high school-aged youth to take on leadership roles as trusted resources for sexual health in their own communities.

A passionate educator and activist, Tara has been at the forefront of conversations about sex education, working tirelessly to challenge taboos and build spaces where young people feel affirmed. Her work is rooted in the belief that every young person deserves access to comprehensive sex education—no matter where they live or the barriers they face. Tara's innovative approach combines her background of years of personal research, public speaking, writing, and digital content creation to make sex education not just a curriculum, but a tool for liberation and systemic change.

In addition to her work with The Youth Sexpert Program, Tara is a published writer and content creator. She has contributed to platforms such as Them.us and Shado Magazine, where she addresses topics related to sexual health, identity, and empowerment. Tara's commitment to inclusive and affirming sex education continues to inspire and empower young people across the country.

C*EO (Chief Sex Education Officer), Delvvy

Jessie Gretener (she/her) is a Journalist and Sexologist who is on a mission to create and support responsible storytelling about sexual and reproductive health and rights.

She’s the Founder and C*EO (Chief Sex Education Officer) of Delvvy. She’s also the organiser of 100 Days of Sex Ed, a global initiative that’s brought together 100+ experts to provide 100 free resources.

Jessie has over a decade of international journalism experience, most recently as an editorial and production lead for CNN in London and Abu Dhabi. At 27 years old, she’s spearheaded over 1000 hours of breaking news, including Emmy award-winning coverage.

She’s an accredited Sex and Relationship Educator, trained Somatic Sex and Relationship Coach, and holds a Graduate Certificate of Sexology, Master of Human Rights, and Bachelor of Multi-Platform Production.

Jessie is Australian, Swiss, and Italian. She grew up on the Sunshine Coast and is now based in London.

Sonya is a sex positive therapist and social media content creator who use a silly edutainment approach, attempting to make people laugh while they learn about pleasure. She is a pre-licensed psychologist specializing in treating individuals with depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, trauma, attachment issues, emotion regulation, ADHD, adjustment difficulties, everyday stressors, familial conflict, relational conflict, self-esteem, and LGBTQ+ issues. She takes a special interest in working with members of the LGBTQ+ population and have a lot of experience working with individuals struggling with gender identity, sexual issues and sexuality concerns.

Sonya has the pleasure of seeing sex therapy clients at my current practice.

Nicole Leinbach Hoffman is the Founder and Publisher of RetailMinded.com, a well-respected retail industry resource that has been recognized worldwide for its leading business insight since 2007, and the nation's first B2B trade show + conference dedicated to sexual wellness, STIMULATE. Hoffman is a frequent guest and contributor to various media outlets that have included The Today Show, Forbes, Entrepreneur.com, and countless B2B publications, and has supported American Express’s Small Business Saturday as a Spokesperson.

She is also the author of the book Retail 101: The Guide to Managing and Marketing Your Retail Business from McGraw-Hill and speaks regularly at retail events that have included Dreamforce, MAGIC, NRF, Retail Global, NY Now, and many associations and private events. In March 2022, Women’s Wear Daily recognized Leinbach Hoffman as one of the most inspiring 25 women in retail, and in October 2023, she was named one of the nation’s top leaders within ESG by WWD for her work with STIMULATE.

Based in Denver, Hoffman is happily married and a proud mom of four (plus three dogs).

Dr. Laurie Bennett-Cook is a graduate level Clinical Sexologist. Specializing in non-monogamy and kink, it is through counseling, workshops, and hands on, experiential exercises, she assists others in achieving the level of sexual function they desire. She enjoys the study and research of not only what people are doing sexually, but how they feel about it.

Dr. Laurie divides her time between Palm Springs, California, and Salt Lake City, Utah. In addition to seeing clients in either of her offices or via zoom, she serves on the board of Sex Positive Los Angeles (SPLA) and one the advisory board for the non profit Sex Positive World (SPW).

Rounding off her work, she has been trained by the International Professional Surrogate Association (IPSA) as a Surrogate Partner Therapist, working with clients and therapists in a triadic model to aid in bringing clients comfortable with their sexual selves. She can be heard in several podcasts and she is frequently contracted as a consultant for media projects for MGM, Epix and Netflix.

Her knowledge and expertise is not just from academia but also through lived experience. Laurie and her husband have been in an ethically non-monogamous relationship for over twenty years. During their marriage she worked at the Wild Horse Brothel, the upscale sister house to the famed Mustang Ranch, where she gained a keen insight into what really goes on behind closed doors when people feel safe to reveal their inner most fantasies and desires. The topics she teaches and lectures on are those she is familiar with both professionally and personally.

Dr. Laurie can be reached at DrLaurieBennett-Cook@gmail.com

Susan Gilbert, MPA, is Co-Director of the National Coalition for Sexual Health (NCSH), with over 300 members dedicated to improving the sexual health and well-being of people across the lifespan. Susan leads NCSH’s communications strategy, research, and activities, including a new multimedia campaign, Own the Awk, to promote open communication between young adults about their sexual health and relationships. To lay the foundation for this campaign, which was launched in 2025, Susan led a national study of young adults to explore the factors influencing their ability to communicate openly, including attitudes, knowledge, barriers, benefits, and skills. Previously, she created sexual health campaigns internationally for Population Services International, Johns Hopkins University, and Columbia University in Zambia and Tanzania. Also, Susan served as a Senior Vice President at Ogilvy Public Relations, where she led campaigns for clients including CDC and USAID, on HIV prevention.

Emmy Nicholson is a seasoned public relations professional specializing in sexual wellness and health communications. She currently serves as the Head of North American PR at Lovehoney Group, a global leader in intimate lifestyle brands. In this role, Emmy leads strategic media relations and brand storytelling for prominent names such as Womanizer, We-Vibe, Arcwave, pjur, and Romp. Her efforts focus on destigmatizing conversations around sexual health and wellness through impactful campaigns and partnerships. Emmy's academic background includes a degree from Arizona State University, where she studied journalism with a focus on public relations and magazine writing.

Cherie Hoeger is the co-founder and CEO of Saalt, a certified B Corp revolutionizing period care through reusable, sustainable products. Since launching in 2018, she has led Saalt to global impact—donating products in over 35 countries and helping divert more than 120,000 pounds of plastic from landfills through the brand’s Plastic-Negative commitment.

With a background in e-commerce and technical writing, Cherie brings over 15 years of entrepreneurial and editorial experience to her leadership. She is passionate about menstrual equity, environmental sustainability, and empowering women through access to education and period care.

Named one of USA TODAY’s Women of the Year and recognized by Clearco for her social impact leadership, Cherie continues to inspire change through values-driven business. A proud Latina and mother of six, she is based in Boise, Idaho, where she leads community initiatives and global donation efforts through Idaho for Good.

Founder & CEO of MakeLoveNotPorn - 'Pro-sex. Pro-porn. Pro-knowing the difference' - a user-generated social sextech platform that is sex education through real world demonstration, promoting good sexual values and behavior, which she launched at TED 2009. Later this year she will launch MakeLoveNotPorn Academy, an aggregator hub to make the best of the world's sex education content accessible to all. BusinessInsider named her one of the 15 Most Important Marketing Strategy Thinkers today. She characterizes her approach as, "I like to blow shit up. I am the Michael Bay of business." 

Cindy Gallop is a graduate of Somerville College, Oxford, whose background is over 30 years in brand-building, marketing and advertising — she started up the US office of ad agency Bartle Bogle Hegarty in New York in 1998 and in 2003 was named Advertising Woman of the Year.

She is the founder of MakeLoveNotPorn – ‘Pro-sex. Pro-porn. Pro-knowing the difference’ — a social sextech platform designed to promote good sexual behavior and good sexual values, which she launched at TED 2009, and for which she has just raised $2million to build out MLNP.tv as ‘the Social Sex Revolution’.

As a result of the funding challenges she has encountered, she is raising the world’s first and only sextech fund, AllTheSky Holdings. She acts as board advisor to a number of tech ventures and works as a personal brand/life/executive coach and a consultant on brand and business innovation for companies around the world, describing her consultancy approach as 'I like to blow shit up. I am the Michael Bay of business.'

Business Insider named her one of 15 Most Important Marketing Strategy Thinkers Today, alongside Malcolm Gladwell and Seth Godin, and cited her as number 33 on their list of 100 Most Influential Tech Women On Twitter, and number one on their list of Top 30 People In Advertising To Follow On Twitter.

Maria Warrington is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience leading companies through transformative growth and industry shifts. As a leader at Beacon Wellness Brands, she spearheads innovation and expansion across a dynamic portfolio that includes plusOne, Plum Beauty, and Palmperfect, among others. Her work focuses on elevating wellness products while driving strategic process improvements and operational excellence.

Maria’s background spans general management, strategy, finance, and operations, and she is deeply committed to building high-performing teams through a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous innovation. She brings a bold vision and a results-oriented mindset to every initiative, empowering teams to exceed expectations and embrace purposeful leadership.

Her leadership philosophy centers on the belief that success istwi built through intentional action and a daily commitment to progress. This dedication to excellence and forward-thinking strategy is at the heart of Maria’s impact at Beacon Wellness Brands and beyond.

Megan Higdon is a public health strategist with deep expertise in sexual and reproductive health, maternal and child health, and health communication. As Program Director at Altarum, she co-leads the CDC-funded National Coalition for Sexual Health (NCSH), where she helped develop the Own the Awk campaign—a multimedia initiative designed to support young adults in navigating conversations about sexual health and relationships. The campaign features interactive tools, bilingual resources, and a vibrant digital presence informed by national research and youth advisory input.

Megan’s portfolio includes leading message testing and resource development for mpox and congenital syphilis, and overseeing teams focused on advancing affirming, evidence-informed care. Her previous roles include directing strategy and process improvement at Planned Parenthood Southeast and managing multi-state evaluations of family planning programs at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health. She also served as Project Director for the Center for Reproductive Health Research in the Southeast (RISE), coordinating community-based research and strategic planning to advance reproductive health access.

She holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago and has presented nationally on topics ranging from sexual health messaging to community engagement in public health initiatives.