ONTARIO, Calif.—CalExotics, a founding company of the ANME Founders Show, marked the event’s 30th anniversary with the debut of its Fall 2026 New Item Collection, seven StorErotica Award nominations, and Businessman of the Year honors for vice president of business development Austin Ferdinand.
CalExotics welcomed retailers, distributors, and industry partners to its booth for an exclusive preview of its Fall 2026 lineup. The company expanded fan favorites including California Dreaming, Milk Master, and Stroke It, while introducing new innovations designed to help retailers engage customers and drive sales. The showcase also reflected the company’s continued evolution, featuring elevated branding, refreshed merchandising, and a product strategy focused on helping retail partners succeed.
CalExotics also kicked off opening day with a special livestream in partnership with Williams Trading University for customers who were unable to attend. The virtual event showcased the Fall 2026 collection, highlighted key product introductions, and gave retailers an opportunity to explore the new lineup from anywhere.
"This year’s ANME carried special meaning for all of us. As one of the founding companies behind this show, celebrating its 30th anniversary was incredibly rewarding. It was wonderful to connect with our customers, introduce our newest collections, and extend that experience beyond the show floor through our WTU livestream. The enthusiasm we saw throughout the week reminds us why these relationships continue to be at the heart of our business," said Susan Colvin, founder and president of CalExotics.
The celebration continued during the 15th Annual StorErotica Awards, where Ferdinand was named Businessman of the Year. The award recognizes his more than two decades of leadership, dedication to customer relationships, and lasting contributions to the pleasure products industry.
CalExotics also earned seven StorErotica Award nominations, underscoring the company’s continued impact across multiple categories.
"Receiving the Businessman of the Year award is an incredible honor. I’m grateful to everyone who has supported me throughout my career, especially our customers, our partners, and the entire CalExotics team. ANME has always been about building relationships, and being recognized during the show’s milestone anniversary made the moment even more meaningful. Congratulations to all of this year’s nominees and winners," said Ferdinand.
From celebrating three decades of ANME to unveiling its latest innovations and earning industry recognition, the event marked another memorable chapter for CalExotics. As the company continues to evolve its brand and product portfolio, it remains focused on delivering innovation, quality, and the exceptional service its retail partners have come to expect.
