2026 Presenters
Alnabil "Daddy Noble" Onyx (he/him)
Alnabil (Daddy Noble Flame) Onyx, originally hailing from Raleigh, NC, Alnabil now resides in Washington, DC, and possesses 31 years of experience in Public Health, with a specialized focus on Linkage to Care, Sexual Health, and HIV/AIDS advocacy for both LGBT+ and Heterosexual communities. As a Black, pansexual cisgender man who has lived with HIV for over two decades, Alnabil is deeply committed to facilitating access to care and fostering inclusive environments.
In 2023, Alnabil became a Full Member of the Onyx Mid-Atlantic chapter, recognizing its substantial contributions to the Leather and kink community. Currently, trained, mentored and downline to Sir Dee Heart of the Deelicious House of Heart, Alnabil is excited to now embark on a new and independent journey in Leather. He actively serves as a Handler, Leather Daddy, Educator, and Community Service Leader, roles which all support Alnabil as he continues to build a solid foundation for His own House, Alnabil’s House of Flaming Hearts. Furthermore, Alnabil leads Transformative Impact Coaching & Consulting Group, LLC, where he empowers individuals and organizations through education on Sexual Health, Sex Positivity, Sexual Liberation, and Self-Transformation. His expertise has been featured on the DC Ends HIV Positive Voices Podcast in 2023, and he authored an article for Positively Aware Journal in January 2024 titled “Want To Start Long-Acting Injectable HIV Treatment? Become Your Own Advocate!”
He has both taught classes and facilitated workshops at CLAW 2024 & 2025 and SELF 2025 (BDSM for Beginners and Electro Play 101). He honorably served as Judges Boy for the 2025 Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend, served as TallyMaster for Mr. Rehoboth Leather 2025 and holds the esteemed title of 2025-2026 Mr. Uproar DC (Washington, DC). His advocacy seamlessly blends professional expertise with personal narratives, fostering empathy and understanding. Alnabil exemplifies resilience, compassion, and leadership in his ongoing pursuit of equity and empowerment within public health, sexuality, and community advocacy.
Cecilia T. Winters (she/her) & Fischer Garrett (he/him)
Cecilia T. Winters (‘CTW’ – She/Her) is your typical queer Millennial. Born at the start of the internet age, she has always benefited from information at her fingertips. She identifies as bisexual and ethically non-monogamous. She has served as a dungeon and playspace monitor, a demo top for a number of local and national kink events, and as a presenter. Her non-kink interests include reading, making lists, watching early 2000s crime dramas, and learning about ancient human cultures. Fischer Garrett (‘Mister’ – He/Him) is a bisexual, polyamorous top. His time spent in the lifestyle has led him through a journey of self discovery, from once being totally monogamous to being a relationship anarchist; from wanting nothing to do with bondage to developing a way to practice bondage in a relatively unperformed and under-documented fashion. In the past several years he has volunteered for larger kink events as a member of a consent incident response team, a dungeon/playspace monitor, and recently as a presenter. He is a huge fan of costumes and masks, and it is not unusual to know that he is around but often in clever and sometimes strange disguises. Together they are coauthors of the first book on chain bondage, The Art of Chain: A Guide to Steel Restraint (Mystic Productions, 2022). www.theartofchain.com
Echo (she/they)
Echo is a seasoned fire educator with over a decade of experience in teaching the intricacies of fire. Renowned for her innovative approach to fire education, Echo has revolutionized the fire scene by introducing novel techniques, equipment, information, and terminology. She is known for pioneering the term “fire massage,” showcasing her creativity and forward-thinking mindset. Echo’s passion for fire shines through in her teachings, captivating audiences with her expertise and enthusiasm. Her dedication to advancing the understanding and safe exploration of fire has made her a respected figure in the community.
In addition to her educational pursuits, Echo is the proud owner of Echosfire, a business renowned as the premier provider of high-quality artisan equipment for fire enthusiasts.
Garou (she/it)
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.
Jonnyace (they/them) & brightnbitter (she/they)
Jonnyace (They/Them) is a queer, non-binary transfemme polyamorous kinkster. They are a certified life coach focusing on gender, sexual, and romantic minorities. Jon leads the Hudson Valley Polyamory Society, as well as being a member of the Ascend Incident Response Team, and the Head DM of Ascend Hudson Valley. They have been in the public kink scene for over a decade, and have been sharing their knowledge with kink communities across the east coast holding classes, demos, and discussion groups on topics including medical play, D/s dynamics, polyamory, and more.
brightnbitter (She/They) is a queer polyamorous switch who enjoys service oriented submission and topping for rope and impact play. She is active in the kink community in Southern New England and the Hudson Valley region, and is a constant learner and passionate presenter on topics that include D/s dynamics in non-monogamy, safety and consent practices in scenes and relationships, and techniques for fun and fulfilling kinky play.
Kestrel (they/them)
Kestrel @boi_kestrel (they/them) has been in the kink community for three years, and a researcher studying interpersonal violence/abuse for five years. They’re a leather-loving masochistic submissive and edge player with a penchant for the intense, the psychological, and the political. Outside the community, they craft various trinkets and write about the history of sexuality.
Knight of Xanadu (he/him) & TheGirl Star (she/her)
Knight of Xanadu and TheGirl Star are the dynamic duo behind all things Xanadu including, Xanadu Kink Academy, Xanadu Reserve, and Power Exchange Together: PET North Central NJ chapter. They create immersive spaces where High Protocol and structured dynamics thrive.
Married for over two decades and living in a 24/7 power exchange dynamic, they combine real-life experience with deep study and dedicated service. Knight of Xanadu, a seasoned Dominant and Head of Household, is known for his calm authority, firm structure, and commitment to leadership grounded in mutual respect.
TheGirl Star is a retired special education teacher, Certified Etiquette Consultant, and proud member of the International Association of Professional Etiquette Consultants. She brings sparkle, structure, and warmth to her work, offering hands-on classes that blend luxury, service, and personal growth.
Together, they mentor individuals, teach at events, and host transformative experiences. Whether orchestrating formal dinners or teaching etiquette and protocol workshops, they embody the elegance, discipline, and joy of living a power exchange lifestyle with authenticity and heart.
Master James (he/him) & Miss Wendy (she/her)
Master James and Miss Wendy have presented on Master/slave relationships at MAsT groups and conferences across the United States and Canada, and education groups such as Black Rose and BESS. Master James has been active in the Washington DC area since the mid-1990’s, exploring BDSM and authority exchange. Miss Wendy has been actively involved in the community since 2012. She is co-director of MAsT Laurel Women, He is an active member of MAsT Washington, and they are each members of MAsT Baltimore and MAsT DC Pan. Both are graduates of MTTA, where Miss Wendy is now on Staff. Master James and Miss Wendy served as the Northeast Master and slave 2018. They received The Master and slave Heart Awards in 2023. They are passionate about M/s and Leather Community education and sharing their view that the Master/slave relationship can offer a loving, supportive, dynamic accessible to anyone.
Master Sa'Vage (she/her)
Master Sa’Vage (She/Her), affectionately known as “Panda” has been on Her Journey for over 20 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 in her charge and one switch in service.
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, South Plains Leatherfest 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
Mistress Crush (she/her)
Mistress Crush is a Midwest Domme located in Chicago. Her philosophy is Domination not disrespect. She masters fire, impact, electro, rope and sensory. A Femdom that is open to sharing elevated experiences and creating safe spaces for people of color. Mistress Crush pushes for men of color to have acceptance a safety in kink. She teaches classes on consent, healing trauma through bdsm and kink communication. This intersectional presenter has presented classes on everything mental health, technique, TPE, and communal responsibility and connection. She authors the BIONIC Kink Series and Pro Domme Core (TM) Follow her on Instagram. @housezuyaainc and @house_zuyaa
Nyxie Noc (any/all)
Nyxie Noc (any/all pronouns) is a kink presenter, community organizer, and Program Coordinator at Praxium, with a background as a former sex worker, content producer, and consultant. Known for bringing fresh, expansive, and creative perspectives to kink, Nyx has presented for AfterDark, Let it Reign, New Mexico Leather League, Service Oriented Conference, Boundless Events, the Portland Leather Alliance, Nocturnal Events, Sex Positive World, DomCon, and Sex Geek Summer Camp. Their teaching emphasizes the power of consent and agency as foundations for safer, more intentional play, while also inviting participants to embrace playful curiosity, imagination, and edge in their explorations. Fun, dynamic, and deeply invested in equity and inclusion, Nyx creates spaces where people can grow, connect, and discover new ways to experience kink with authenticity and joy.
Pappa Joe (he/him) & dr mamma j (she/her)
Pappa Joe is the Leader of the Pack, the Head of Household for The House of Eclipse, the Disciplinarian, and the Protector. He describes himself as a sadistic, primal, caretaker Pappa, and educator. He enjoys being a round table member at various BDSM conferences and sharing his knowledge and experiences with those that truly want to learn. Breaking bread with His fellow leather Brothers and Sisters, rejuvenates him and helps take His Leather journey to a new level.
dr. mamma j is Pappa Joe’s wife and collared submissive, who received her collar in a small, intimate ceremony during the first Fetish Ball, May 2021. dr. mamma j received her leather boots as well as her leather vest, at two other N.E.C.K. events. she is an educator by profession who naturally enjoys teaching and guiding other submissives. Dr. mamma j. describes herself as a masochistic, bratty, primal, alpha service submissive and baby girl to Pappa Joe. she is always looking to further her knowledge in the Leather lifestyle, is an introvert until you get to know her, enjoys fishing, the beach, reading, going to concerts, and helping Pappa continue to build and make the House of Eclipse better.
Pup Pax (they/them)
Pup Pax is a nonbinary trans masc Jewish leather boi and proud pet in an active Owner/pet dynamic grounded in consent, attunement, and deep trust.
They live with an obedient heart and a brain shaped by both West and East Coast leather. Pup Pax speaks often about building power exchange relationships that center autonomy, queer values, and chosen family. They practice relationship anarchy, and across their life, they hold multiple containers: a devoted pet dynamic with their Owner, an opt-in Daddy/little exchange with their femme Daddy, and a queerplatonic partnership rooted in care, co-regulation, and kinship.
As an educator and leather community member, Pup Pax brings a blend of lived experience, softness, and strategic thinking to every space they lead. Their teaching centers:
Dynamics that feel playful, grounded, and real
Power exchange that prioritizes clarity, consent, and care
Relationship structures that reflect who we are—not what we’ve been told to be
Pup Pax teaches from inside the dynamic, not above it.
For them, pet isn’t a role. It’s a growth path.
And that leash? It’s chosen, cherished, and always consented to.
TheSirDee Heart (she/him/them)
TheSirDee Heart proudly identifies as pansexual and embraces the role of a Leather Primal Sadist within the BDSM and Leather community, bringing over 25 years of lived experience to her craft. Beyond the title of Sir, she embodies the roles of Protector, Mentor, Educator, Disciplinarian, Kink & Fetish Room Host, Kink Performer, and Professional Dominant (ProDom).
As the Head and Founder of DeeLicious House of Heart (DHOH), SirDee leads a dynamic Leather Poly M/s–D/s household grounded in education, growth, community, and the exploration of kink through obedience, discipline, and self-discovery. DHOH operates on the core principles of service, respect, and dedication—with SirDee leading by example in all aspects of Leather life.
Through Dee’s Dungeon, a platform she created, individuals from all levels of experience—from curious newcomers to seasoned practitioners—come together to share knowledge, find support, and grow within a nurturing and inclusive environment. Dee’s Dungeon also hosts a monthly Munch & Kink Night in Washington, DC, providing hands-on learning and skill-sharing opportunities for the community.
A covered Sir on her journey toward Mastery, SirDee’s expertise spans a wide range of practices, including Primal play, Fire play and cupping, Impact, Sensation play, Sensory deprivation, Electro play, Mummification, Wax play, Cigar play, Sensual and Erotic massage, Needle play, Forced orgasms, Orgasm denial, CBT, Medical play, Asphyxiation, Odaxelagnia, Bondage, Restraints, and the intricate art of Shibari.
Throughout her years in WIITWD (What It Is That We Do), she has volunteered, presented, and educated at numerous events including Fetish Ball, Fuckcation, SELF, Beyond Leather, NECK, DomCon, CLAW, The Korral Kink Intensive, and Dee’s Dungeon Munch, among others. SirDee is also a proud Leather girls of Color, Leather boys of Color ally, and Little Ones of Color.
TouchDeep (he/him) & HeartBound (she/her)
For more than 13 years TouchDeep and HeartBound have brought their highly-engaging, authentic style of presenting to dozens of events across the country. Their classes are about creating deep human connection, sensual touch, and exploring the sacred sexual completeness of the body/mind/spirit relationship (but without all of that “woo” talk!), in the context of kink and BDSM.
With a combined 45 years of BDSM experience, they have each developed wide-ranging BDSM and kink skills and desires. Both speak professional in their vocational lives, and love it!
TouchDeep and HeartBound lead practical, energetic, “try-it-now” classes, that are often full-immersion, dynamic, hands-on experiences! All are hot, fun, and intense.
You’ll be delighted by their pretense-free, down-to-earth, classes that are superbly organized and fully researched. They love what they do (and each other: they’re lifetime-committed polyamorous partners), and it shows in every way. Participants love their unique approach to presenting!