stimulate@retailminded.com
Laura Desiree is a trailblazing figure in the realms of sex education, intimacy coordination, and erotic performance. With over a decade of experience, she has redefined the landscape of adult content and advocacy. As a certified intimacy coordinator, she has worked on productions like SNCTM, ensuring that performers navigate intimate scenes with safety and authenticity.
Laura’s seven-year tenure as producer and lead anchor for Naked News showcased her ability to blend journalism with sensuality, bringing a unique perspective to adult broadcasting. She further amplified sex-positive narratives through projects like Red Umbrella Talk, a podcast series that delves into the realities of sex work, aiming to de-stigmatize and humanize the profession.
Beyond the screen, Laura has graced stages worldwide as a burlesque and cabaret performer, infusing her acts with themes of empowerment and liberation. Her commitment to enhancing the adult industry has been evident in her previous role as Lead Brand Strategist for PS: Group and Director of Creator Communications and her current Director of Creator Communications title with Skinfluential Media, where she advocates for improved working conditions and earning opportunities for content creators.
Through her multifaceted career, Laura Desiree continues to champion a more inclusive and informed conversation around sexuality, blending artistry with activism to inspire and educate audiences globally.
Finally, Desirée continues her education with the Institute for Sexual Education and Enlightenment, is a student member of with the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists and a Level 2 Certified Intimacy Professional by the Intimacy Directors and Coordinators.
nicole@retailminded.com
Nicole Leinbach Hoffman is the Founder of STIMULATE, North America’s only sexual wellness trade show and conference, as well as Retail Minded, a well-respected industry resource for merchants and vendors founded in 2007.
With a passion for both retail and sexual well-being, Hoffman has made bold strides in supporting the growth of sexual wellness products in retail ranging – as Hoffman describes it – from “head to toe, young to mature, purpose to pleasure”. Hoffman is a frequent guest and contributor to various media outlets that have included The Today Show, Forbes, Fox News, Entreprenuer.com and countless B2B publications, as well has supported American Express’s Small Business Saturday as a Spokesperson in America and is the Author of the book “Retail 101: The Guide to Managing and Marketing Your Retail Business” from McGraw-Hill.
In 2022, Hoffman was recognized as one of Women Wear Daily’s “25 Most Inspiring Women in Retail” and has been on the list of the world’s most influential retail leaders from Rethink Retail since 2015. In 2023, Hoffman was recognized by American Eagle on a billboard in Times Square in NYC for being a Global Change Maker for her work in sexual wellness and retail collectively, and in 2023, Hoffman’s trade show and conference, STIMULATE, was recognized as one of best community focused trade shows by Trade Show Network News. In February 2025, Hoffman also received an award from China’s SHE Conference for her work in helping to grow the sexual wellness category in retail.
Hoffman is happily married and resides in Denver, Colorado, where she is also a mom of 4, 3 dogs and a Professor at Columbia College where she teaches Retail Marketing. Hoffman proudly describes herself as a “retail geek”.
char@retailminded.com
Charlette Lopez is a product and business development expert with over a decade of hands-on experience building brands in the pleasure and wellness space. Known for her ability to transform ideas into market-ready products, Charlette has led brand launches, developed multi-million-dollar product lines, and built global distribution networks — all while keeping one foot in strategy and the other in execution. She doesn’t just consult — she collaborates, leads, and delivers. Her approach blends creative innovation with operational precision, helping businesses launch bold concepts, scale smart, and stay profitable. Whether guiding a founder through their first private label launch or partnering with established companies to streamline operations and boost revenue, Charlette brings deep industry knowledge, unmatched resourcefulness, and a relentless commitment to results. This isn’t theory. It’s proof of concept — and she brings receipts.
Taylor@retailminded.com
Taylor Means is a seasoned expert in sales, marketing, and brand strategy, with over 16 years of hands-on experience driving business development across every phase of growth within the adult industry. Known for her strategic insight and creative approach, Taylor has a proven track record of transforming fledgling brands into award-winning names—some in as little as six months. Her work has earned multiple industry accolades, and her extensive global network spans the top distributors and retailers in the adult space. Taylor’s services are designed to accelerate brand visibility, craft targeted marketing campaigns, and deliver measurable sales growth.
Whether you’re launching a new product line or looking to elevate an established brand, Taylor delivers the strategy, execution, and industry connections to turn ambition into achievement.
stimulate@retailminded.com
Coral Osborne is a trained Sex & Intimacy Coach, dedicated Sex Worker’s Rights Activist, and passionate Male Empowerment Advocate. Coral is not just a mentor – she’s a movement. As a sex & and intimacy coach, Coral specializes in helping individuals navigate the complexities of sexual desires and intimate relationships, fostering radical self-awareness and autonomy. Her own lived experience and healing journey led her to sexology. Coral’s work is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep understanding of the human experience.
From head to toe, young to mature, purpose to pleasure, STIMULATE connects retailers, spas, medical offices and more with vendors that support sexual wellness across categories that include men’s health, feminine care, pleasure products, novelty items and other inventory to support sexual well being.
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