Fire Daddy Ken
Mr. Mid Atlantic Leather 2024
Ken Nelms (He, Him) is the former Mr. Virginia Leather 2023 and a newly retired firefighter after 36 years. He’s accredited with many saves, that are depicted in his arm tattoo.
He is an active and supportive of many groups within the LGBTQ+ community. A current member of the Knight Hawks of Virginia and a board member of the Life Center of Norfolk. Where improving wellness and health is his focus.
He can be found at MJ’s Tavern flagging many and vers in most. A pleasure Daddy that believes in consent, safe play spaces and inclusivity in leather and kink.
Norbert Gisinger-Daubenberger
Mister Fetish Gran Canaria 2023
Norbert has rediscovered the leather scene for himself seven years ago, as well as his inclination towards BDSM, according to the motto, “hard but with heart”.
Norbert is a board member of the Berlin Leather and Fetish Club (BLF) since 2022, and 2023 he has been running the Berlin Fetish Festival, where the Mister Leather Berlin is also elected every year.
He is also co-organizer of the monthly Fetish Social Berlin and leads the monthly regulars’ table of the BLF.
From October 2023 to October 2024 Norbert was the Mister Fetish Gran Canaria, and he is also deeply rooted in the Spanish leather and fetish community. As title holder, he also represented the SLFC as a candidate at the IML and reached the 8th place.
There are also close ties to the fetish community in São Paulo, Brazil.
At Folsom Europe he is the organizer of the BLF stage (Berlin Leather and Fetish).
Since 2023 Norbert has been involved in a round table made up of police, business people, restaurateurs, city administration and associations that deals with the problems of crime and homophobia.
In recent years, Norbert’s main task has been to network the community’s clubs in Berlin and to build further connections to Spain.
Sassy Devine
Miss Glamorous 2024
Sassy Devine aka Jamie Lee is the reigning Miss Glamorous 2024 as well as a former Miss Ohio Continental, Miss Metropolitan Continental, Miss All star Continental as well as Miss All Star II continental. She is an accomplished Interior Designer as well as proficient Artist with an emphasis on painting, as she has a degree in both areas of skill.
She is extremely involved with her LGBTQIA+ community in Orlando,Florida, where she volunteers for multiple fundraising events for the district, promoting trans leadership,unity and HIV testing as well as safe sex awareness. She is currently involved with Harmony Healthcare of Orlando,as a media influencer, promoting gender affirming care as well as healthcare for th LGBTQIA+ community.
She has been a professional entertainer for 25 years, holding cast positions at some of the worlds best known clubs: such as Pulse nightclub, The Parliament House and Southern Nights where she resides presently.
Sir John Urso
International Community Bootblack 2017
John’s journey began in Pittsburgh, PA, where he delved into the world of leather/BDSM in his late teens. Now 51 and based in Baltimore with his husband of 8 years, John’s story took an unexpected turn during the COVID-19 pandemic as he began embracing a new role. A few short years later, he welcomed a new family member, Boy Matt.
As a respected leader in the leather/BDSM community, John is renowned for his unwavering protocols, impeccable manners, and exemplary etiquette.
His influence extends beyond personal interactions. He actively participates in fundraisers and leather events nationwide while also devoting time to mentoring other leatherboys and Bootblacks.
John’s achievements in the leather community are nothing short of extraordinary. As the co-owner/co-producer of Bootblack RoundUp and the recipient of prestigious titles such as Mid-Atlantic Leatherboy 2012, Atlantic States Leather Community Bootblack 2017, and International Community Bootblack 2017, his contributions to these events have left an indelible mark. John’s dedication and commitment to the community are truly commendable.
Jamal Herrera-O’Malley (Alpha Pup Savage)
Mr. International Leather 2024, San Francisco Eagle Leather Pup 2024
Alpha Pup Savage is the reigning Mr. International Leather 2024. He is the first and only San Francisco Eagle Leather Pup 2024 and serves as Co-Alpha of Pets who love to provide a service to the San Francisco Leather and Kink community. A proud member of ONYXNW and the House of Rose and Kush, he had the honor of being the Grand Marshal of the 2024 San Francisco Pride Parade. His primary mission is to advocate for diversity and inclusivity within the Queer, Fetish, and Leather communities, ensuring that all individuals are represented. He is also a dedicated ally for the rights of those who identify as Trans or non-binary.
In addition to his community engagement, Jamal organizes and supports fundraising events for various Leather, Kink, and LGBTQIA+ organizations. He has offered his expertise as a judge for numerous leather and Pup/Pet contests and has co-produced and emceed the new SF Eagle Pet Contest. Alpha Pup Savage also co-hosts Timeout, a monthly gathering for Pups and Cubs at the SF Eagle.
Outside of his community involvement, Alpha Pup Savage enjoys traveling, honing his flogging skills, engaging in Pup play, exploring rubber and impact play, embracing nudity, practicing rope play, experiencing sensory deprivation, engaging in nipple play, staying fit, and indulging in anime and video games, all while cherishing quality time with his loved ones.
Photo by @alexray_eyes
Steven Crespo
Mr. Eagle Wilton Manors 2024
Steven Crespo is Mr. Eagle Wilton Manors 2024, and IML 2024 first runner up. He was born and raised in Puerto Rico, and has lived the past 28 years in the USA. He’s a clinical genetics scientist, with a love for natural bodybuilding and antiques. Steven enjoys multiple kinks, but electro really sparks his interest…pun intended!
Steven takes active part of local Leather family dinner socials, Leather Cocktails events, special bar night events, and is part of the Fort Lauderdale Cigar Men Club. He’s working towards creating fetish awareness, visibility, acceptance and education in the local and Puerto Rico LatinX community. He’s involved in voter registration efforts and has a goal to help LGBTQ+ youth programs.
Photo by Randy Addisson
Georg Luschgy
Mr. Leather Norway 2022
Georg Luschgy is a German Leatherman living in Oslo/Norway. He is a boy and guard dog (puppy) owner, a fetishist, a kinkster, who loves leather, boots, gloves, rubber sportswear, sneakers sox and being naked. Georg and his husband Holger established the annual Oslo Fetish weekend, and other socials during international events to share common interests, being visible and building awareness about our community.
He is a member and volunteer of Scandinavian Leather Men – SLM Oslo, the association he represented in Europe and America during his title year as Mr. Leather Norway 2022. Georg is the co-founder and member of Oslo Fetish Weekend, the diverse and inclusive event in Oslo/Norway, Norwegian Pups/Pets & Handler group, and of Equality Ballroom Dance Oslo (EBDO). Georg is also a member of Leather Men Scotland. He is the Master of Ceremony and Co-organizer of the Mister Fetish World Contest held during Darklands in Antwerp/Belgium. He has judged several international titleholders contests such as Mr. Fetish Baden-Württemberg, Puppy Netherlands and Mr. London Leather.
Georg competed at IML46 in 2024 and finished as 7th place. He is looking forward to finding the best candidate for Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather during MAL 2025. Most important for Georg are #ConsentIsSexy #NoMeansNo #BeingVisibleSavesLives
Matt Fuerst
Mr. Cleveland Leather 2023
Matt Fuerst (he/him) a native of Cleveland, Ohio, proudly holds the title of Mr. Cleveland Leather 2023. He is a mechanical engineer, computer scientist, and product manager in addition to being an avid leatherman. Matt sees no reason why anyone can’t be both professional and kinky. He proudly competed at IML 46 in May 2024 and placed in the top 20. He is a co-owner of the CLEather & Kink Company with his business partner Andy Curtiss. A passionate advocate for both LGBTQ+ youth and seniors, Matt channels his efforts into fundraising for charities supporting these causes. He is passionate about “mixing his nerd with his kink.” Matt hosts monthly board game nights for members of his local LGBT and kink community and throws other kink based events in the Northeast Ohio area. As a member of the Mr. Cleveland Leather Board, he aims to spread Cleveland’s amazing leather culture across the US and beyond.
Eric Holland
Mr. Eagle NYC 2024
Eric (he/him/his) is the founding member of a queer-owned and operated company headquartered in NYC, specializing in the design and development of adult merchandise, Eric and his husband established the lifestyle brand, Skunky Punk, in 2018 — committed to creating products that promote fun, free, and uninhibited lifestyles to fellow kinksters around the world.
Beyond entrepreneurship, Eric is also an educator; proficient in numerous coding languages that span between physical computing and digital devices. He has been enlisted as a teaching assistant at New York’s General Assembly as a Swift Apple developer and is also a frequent guest lecturer on digital design and development at NYU’s School of Journalism.
While proud of his accomplishments, it’s not without tremendous gratitude he extends to the LGBT recovery community. After suffering through 15 long years of mental obsession and physical compulsion for mind-altering substances, he narrowly escaped death; emerging with renewed determination. Eternally grateful for the love and support of his fellows, Eric continues to navigate the path to recovery one day at a time and is committed to a lifestyle of kink by dedicating his resources to community and education.
A Proud Leatherman and Pup Handler, Eric stands strong with a positive attitude and welcoming smile; a true testament to resilience and the endless possibility of transformation with a promise of a brighter tomorrow.
AlphaBoy Noble
TheAlphaBoy Noble originating from Raleigh, North Carolina, boasts an extensive background of 31 years within the domain of Public Health. His expertise lies particularly in Linkage to Care, Sexual Health, and HIV/AIDS advocacy within both the LGBT+ and Heterosexual Community. As a resilient individual, he identifies as a black, pansexual cisgender man, thriving with HIV for over two decades, showcasing a steadfast dedication to facilitating access to care for those impacted by HIV/AIDS and fostering inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ and Heterosexual individuals.
In 2023, Boy Noble attained the esteemed status of Full Member within the Onyx Mid-Atlantic community, and recently changed membership status to Associate, underscoring his unwavering commitment and valuable contributions to the Leather and kink community. Guided by the mentorship of Master Eli Ra within The Illuminati House of Ra, he continuously evolves as both a practitioner and advocate, assuming diverse roles such as Alpha Boy, Handler, Daddy, and Community Service Leader.
Beyond his community engagements, Boy Noble spearheads Transformative Impact Coaching & Consulting Group, LLC, a platform dedicated to empowering both organizations and individuals. Through his coaching and consulting services, he champions an array of crucial topics, including Sexual Health, Sex Positivity, Sexual Liberation, and Self-Transformation, ensuring that his expertise catalyzes positive change across varied communities.
In 2023, Boy Noble was featured as a guest on the DC Ends HIV Positive Voices Podcast, and on January 9th, 2024, he contributed as one of the featured authors to an article titled “Want To Start Long-Acting Injectable HIV Treatment? Become Your Own Advocate!” for Positively Aware Journal.
Serving as the President and Full Member of Leather Boys of Color, Boy Noble actively advocates for visibility and representation, endeavoring to establish inclusive spaces where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and supported. His advocacy transcends professional boundaries, incorporating personal narratives and lived experiences to foster empathy and understanding.
In essence, Boy Noble embodies resilience, compassion, and leadership in his unwavering pursuit of equity and empowerment within the realms of public health, sexuality, and community advocacy. Through his relentless dedication, he serves as a catalyst for transformative change, leaving a lasting impact on those he serves and the communities he represents.
