Pineapple Support, Chaturbate Partner on ‘Malibu Wellness Retreat’

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Pineapple Support will host a free daylong wellness retreat in Malibu, sponsored by Chaturbate, Monday, Jan. 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (PST).

The event is described by a rep as “perfect relax-and-reset experience to balance your body and mind after the excitement of the XBIZ Show, X3 and the XBIZ Awards. Unplug from your busy daily life and recalibrate the mind and body for a day of relaxation surrounded by nature at our exclusive Malibu wellness retreat.”

A schedule of activities designed to help attendees unwind includes breathwork, yoga, a sexual wellness seminar, massage, tarot, facials and a sunset sound bath.

Free transport from the Kimpton Everly Hotel, site of the XBIZ Show, to the location will be provided along with a free welcome smoothie.

“Chaturbate is happy to be the exclusive sponsor of Pineapple Support’s Malibu Wellness Retreat,” COO Shirley Lara said. “The overall health and wellness of the Chaturbate community, including mental, physical and sexual health, is extremely important to the our team. The Malibu Wellness Retreat is the perfect opportunity to take a step back and refocus yourself and your overall health for a successful year.”

Pineapple Support, founded by Leya Tanit in 2018, has so far connected over 5,000 adult performers and industry members to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling and emotional support.

“Thanks to the generosity of Chaturbate, our sponsor for this retreat, we’ve created the perfect experience to relax, reset and balance,” Tanit said. “We’re so excited to invite you to our exclusive Malibu Wellness Retreat for the chance to really unplug from busy, daily life and reconnect with yourself, all while surrounded by nature.”

Click here for additional details and to register; space is limited.

Pineapple Support is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States; click here for sponsorship details and follow the group on Twitter.

Leya Tanit’s personal journey, including the founding of Pineapple Support, was the cover story for the November issue of XBIZ World; click here to read it.

Leya Tanit, Austin Fiascone to Co-Host Online Industry Edition of XBIZ Honors

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Leya Tanit and Austin Fiascone have been named hosts of the online industry edition of the 2022 XBIZ Honors, set for Wednesday, Jan. 5 at the Kimpton Everly Hotel in Hollywood.

In addition to honoring the best of the best from the business community, select web/tech categories from the flagship XBIZ Awards will be presented during the ceremony.

Tanit is the CEO and founder of Pineapple Support and Fiascone the head of business development for SK Intertainment and SKinfluential Media.

“I’m honored to host the 2022 XBIZ Honors Awards this year, along with my good friend Austin,” Tanit said. “XBIZ has always been an outspoken advocate of Pineapple Support, and the mental health of our industry more broadly. After two long years, I cannot wait to be with and celebrate so many of our industry’s leaders and trailblazers.”

Fiascone echoed Tanit’s enthusiasm.

“I’m thrilled and honored to be co-hosting the XBIZ Honors ceremony,” he said. “The opportunity to share hosting duties with someone who’s making a real difference in the community makes the evening even more special for me. It will be my pleasure to help welcome the industry back to in-person events this year.”

XBIZ Events Director Moe Helmy described the pair as “a dream team.”

“Leya and Austin are beloved members of the community. They possess the charisma and positive vibes we sought for XBIZ Honors as we return to live events,” he said. “We’re looking forward to a fantastic, long-awaited celebration.”

Click here for the complete list of XBIZ Exec Awards nominees and stay tuned to XBIZ.com for event updates.

Pineapple Support to Host Mental Health Summit This Week

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Pineapple Support will host its third annual Mental Health Online Summit on Thursday and Friday this week starting at 10 a.m. (PST).

The theme is “Security in an Uncertain World,” which will cover the topics of resilience, support, security and planning for the future; the event is free and will take place entirely online via Zoom.

Friday’s panels and presentations coincide with the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers.

The schedule for both days follows:

Thursday

  • 10 a.m. (PST): “Legal Update” (Corey D. Silverstein, Lawrence G. Walters)
  • 11 a.m. (PST): “Self-Esteem Rocks!” (Dr. Tracy Moore)
  • 12 p.m. (PST): “Discrimination” (Lotus Lain, Amberly Rothfield, Ana Foxx)
  • 1 p.m. (PST): “The New Yo” (Dr. Tracy Moore)
  • 2 p.m. (PST): “Industry Insiders” (Andra Chirnogeanu and panelists Corey Silverstein, Austin Fiascone, Alex Lecomte, Nikki Night, Michelle LeBlanc, Vanessa Eve)

Friday

  • 10 a.m. (PST): “Money, Money, Money” (Steven Mollura and panelists MelRose Michaels, Jonathan Corona, Chris Viser, Michelle Marriot)
  • 11 a.m. (PST): “Creating & Maintaining Boundaries for Adult Entertainers” (Stephanie Sigler)
  • 12 p.m. (PST): “It Really is Okay to Not be Okay” (Rachael Wells)
  • 1 p.m. (PST): “Support Systems” (Nicki Line)
  • 2 p.m. (PST): “Advice From The Inside” (Alex Lecomte and panelists Isla Cox, Callum & Cole, Ela Darling, Brandon Areana)

“After the turbulence of the last 18 months, this year the Pineapple Support annual Mental Health Summit is focused on security,” said founder and CEO Leya Tanit. “I’d like to thank our generous partners for helping to make this event possible. We’ll have some of the top therapists and industry experts from around the globe discussing different aspects of mental and physical health, therapy and coping skills.”

Pineapple Support, founded in 2018, has so far connected over 5,000 adult performers and industry members to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling and emotional support.

“This event is 100% free and open to all adult industry performers, to watch from wherever they are in the world, so you don’t even need to get dressed,” Tanit added. “Registration is open now for anyone that wants to learn about others’ experiences, coping skills and tips and tricks to stay secure both mentally and financially during a time when disruption has become the new normal. This might be the most important summit you attend.”

Event partners include Chaturbate, Flirt4Free and Pornhub with BabeStation, Loyalfans, MyOnly.chat and Xlovecam.

Visit PineappleSummit.org for additional details, including how to register.

Pineapple Support is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States; click here for sponsorship details and follow the group on Twitter.

Leya Tanit’s personal journey, including the founding of Pineapple Support, is the cover story for the November issue of XBIZ World; click here to read it.

Zubb Media Renews Sponsorship of Pineapple Support

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Zubb Media, in association with Gamma Entertainment, has renewed its sponsorship of Pineapple Support at the Bronze level for a second year, joining over 60 adult businesses in committing funds and resources to the organization.

“I have always been a big advocate for Pineapple Support and I believe they are a critical resource in our industry. I am proud to extend our overall support of Pineapple to include our latest studio from Zubb Media, Disruptive Films,” said Bree Mills, CCO of Gamma.

Pineapple Support, founded in 2018 by Leya Tanit, has so far connected over 5,000 adult performers and industry members to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling and emotional support.

“I’m extremely thankful to Zubb Media for their continued support, especially during a time when requests for mental health services are skyrocketing,” Tanit said. “We’re ramping up our schedule of events to respond to this increased need, with extra support groups, workshops and online events. The support of all of our sponsors is critical to allowing us to continue providing these services to performers. I’d like to thank Zubb Media and its team for continuing to give back to the adult industry.”

Pineapple Support is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States; click here for sponsorship details.