CANOGA PARK, Calif.—Free Speech Coalition has announced the recipients of the 2015 FSC Awards, which recognize industry professionals and businesses for excellence in business and for representing a pro-adult image through advocacy and action.
A new award has been added this year, to honor the late Christian Mann, who was an FSC Board member at the time of his passing. Called the Christian Mann Courage and Leadership Award, it is given to a member of the adult entertainment or pleasure products community who has shown exemplary courage and leadership fighting for the rights and image of the industry.
The award recipients are as follows:
Legacy Award – Phil Harvey
The Legacy Award is given to an individual who, though innovative ideas and successful business practices, has built a solid presence in the adult entertainment industry. Furthermore, this individual has gone above and beyond to not only protect the rights and freedoms of individuals and businesses within the industry, but also to improve the stature of the industry as a whole. This award is called the Legacy Award rather than a lifetime achievement award because while the individual has done much to build an outstanding legacy, FSC knows that this individual's great contributions are far from over.
Performer of the Year Award – Chanel Preston
The positive image award goes to industry performers who have gone out of their way to dispel the myths and misconceptions of the adult entertainment industry through advocacy and public awareness programs, and community service.
Man of the Year and Woman of the Year – Christian Mann, Lorelei Lee
The Man and woman of the Year awards go to individuals who have displayed exceptional leadership qualities both within their own business, and throughout the industry. While the recipient of this award is clearly a successful business professional, the individual who is awarded FSC's Man or Woman of the Year has made a significant positive contribution to the overall welfare of the adult entertainment industry.
Pleasure Products Company of the Year – Pipedream
The Pleasure Products Company of the Year award goes to the pleasure products company that has demonstrated constant and unwavering innovation and excellence. The company's success not only benefits their individual business but also the industry as a whole. In addition to their creative innovation, the company conducts business with high ethical standards and integrity.
Retailer of the Year – Castle Megastore
The Retailer of the Year award goes to the retailer that has demonstrated constant and unwavering innovation and excellence. The company's success not only benefits their individual business but also the industry as a whole. In addition to their creative innovation, the company conducts business with high ethical standards and integrity.
Production Company of the Year – Wicked Pictures
The Production Company of the Year award goes to the production company that has demonstrated constant and unwavering innovation and excellence. The company's success not only benefits their individual business but also the industry as a whole. In addition to their creative innovation, the company conducts business with high ethical standards and integrity.
Internet Company of the Year – Clips4sale
The Internet Company of the Year award goes to the Internet company that has demonstrated constant and unwavering innovation and excellence. The company's success not only benefits their individual business but also the industry as a whole. In addition to their creative innovation, the company conducts business with high ethical standards and integrity.
Christian Mann Courage and Leadership Award – Peter Acworth
The Christian Mann Courage and Leadership Award is given to a member of the adult entertainment or pleasure products community who has shown exemplary courage and leadership in standing up and fighting for the rights and image of the industry. This award is not automatically given annually—only when warranted by great works—that would honor our great friend, Christian Mann.
Leadership Award – Streamate
FSC's Leadership Award is presented to the adult entertainment industry business or individual that demonstrates excellence in the adult entertainment industry in leading by example. This award can be given for community service, activism, creating a positive and outstanding work environment, innovations and other qualities that lift the business or individual above the rest.
A presentation ceremony for the FSC Awards is scheduled for January 14, at 6pm, at the Andaz Hotel in West Hollywood, California, which also is the site of the FSC Summit and XBIZ 360 shows. If you would like more information on the FSC Awards, contact [email protected].
