LONDON—“Success through co-operation.” That is the motto used by the UK Adult Producers (UKAP) trade association to sum up its greater goal. One way UKAP will put that adage into practice in 2010 is by taking the organization to the world's largest adult consumer and trade show, Venus Berlin, where producers from all over the United Kingdom will be pooling their resources to erect a stand in the consumer section of the exhibition hall. For many UKAP members, this will serve as their first opportunity to exhibit on such a global stage.
According to association organizers of the presence at Venus express, all members in attendance have signed on to not only promote their own lines of content, but also to develop business for all members in order to bring worldwide awareness to British products as a whole. In essence, the organization will be acting as an ambassador for the U.K. adult industry as well as a distribution coordinator for both producers in attendance and those who aren't able to attend the fair.
Along with all of this, adult stars Tracey Lain and U.K. Performer of the Year, Tanya Cox will be in attendance at the stand signing materials for fans—a rare treat for German consumers. The Venus Professional Trade Convention will take place Oct. 21-24 in Berlin.
Outside of its activities leading up to Venus, UKAP serves as a means for content producers great and small to face pressing industry concerns as a united front. Such matters include health, legal and ethical issues, education, and content piracy to name a few. Networking is also a key element for the group. Alongside its regular meetings, UKAP hosts events that bring professionals from all facets of the adult industry together twice yearly. These events are also open to those outside of the United Kingdom.
In June, UKAP's summer party saw visitors from France, Netherlands, Germany, and the United States. UKAP also has recently released a collaborative effort in the form of a retail DVD titled UK Fuck Files.
Those interested in joining UKAP and meeting with its members at Venus Berlin, or who have other inquiries about the organization, are encouraged to send email to [email protected].
For more information about UKAP and to participate in the forums, visit UKAdultProducers.com.
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