Kristel Penn Appears on ‘Adult Site Broker Talk’ Podcast with Bruce Friedman 

Grooby’s longtime Creative and Editorial Director, Kristel Penn, appears in the latest episode of Adult Site Broker Talk with host Bruce Friedman now available for streaming at AdultSiteBrokerTalk.com. “I had a blast chatting with Bruce for his podcast, Adult Site Broker Talk,” stated Penn. “It was a fun opportunity to discuss the Trans Erotica Awards before I’m neck-deep in the…

The TEAs Announce 2023 Dates

LOS ANGELES, CA – The Trans Erotica Awards (TEAs) are proud to announce the dates for their 2023 event, to be held March 17-19, at the historic Avalon in Hollywood, CA. Additional information will be released in the weeks to follow.   “We’re already chugging along with planning for our 2023 show,” said TEA Executive Producer Kristel Penn. “2023 marks…

Grooby Sponsors First Trans Sex Worker Therapy Group Facilitated by Kristel Penn

Grooby, the leading producer of trans erotica, will be sponsoring the first-ever trans sex worker bi-weekly virtual process group run by the LGBTQ Center OC. The group will be facilitated by marriage and family therapist (MFT) trainee, Kristel Penn, and offers a safe space for trans performers to discuss topics related to sex work and navigating the industry safely, self-care…

Grooby Scores Two 2022 XBIZ Industry Exec Nominations

Trans powerhouse production company, Grooby, received two XBIZ Industry Exec Award nominations for Steven Grooby and Kristel Penn.   LOS ANGELES, CA – Grooby scooped up two coveted 2022 XBIZ Industry Exec Award nominations this past week, highlighting the accomplishments of company owner, Steven Grooby, and Creative & Editorial Director, Kristel Penn.   “I look at the fellow nominees of…

Pre-Nominations Now Open for 2022 TEAs Presented by ManyVids

 Pre-nominations are now officially open for the 2022 Trans Erotica Awards presented by ManyVids. Pre-nominations can be submitted at theTEAShow.com between now and November 15, 2021. “Today officially marks the kick off of our 2022 TEA season,” explained TEA Executive Producer, Kristel Penn. “Our Pre-Nomination period invites companies, performers, and fans alike to submit their suggestions for our 2022 TEA…

Grooby’s Kristel Penn Wins XBIZ Industry Exec “Community Figure of the Year” Award

Grooby’s longtime Creative and Editorial Director, Kristel Penn, took home the coveted XBIZ Industry Exec Award for “Community Figure of the Year” last night. “This win holds personal significance to me because the ‘Community Figure of the Year’ category feels like an acknowledgment for being myself,” said Penn. “I spent most of my adolescence and early adulthood trying to hide…

Grooby to Host Annual Trans Industry Roundtable at XBIZ Show

Grooby will be virtually hosting their annual industry roundtable discussion at the upcoming virtual XBIZ Show next Tuesday. The session will be moderated by Grooby’s Kristel Penn and veteran producer, Fivestar.   “A big thank you to XBIZ for hosting this workshop for the last several years,” says Grooby’s Creative and Editorial Director, Kristel Penn. “It has been a longstanding…