Meet the Founders
Real Creators. Real Advocates. Real Leadership.
The Pearl Industry Network was founded by a powerhouse team that blends the lived experiences of adult creators with the strategic expertise of seasoned entrepreneurs. Our founders are not figureheads — they are working professionals who've seen, lived, and challenged the realities of the adult content world.
Together, they've created an association built to advocate for creators, protect community safety, and shape a more ethical, empowered industry.
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BullBossJosh
Co-Founder • Creator • Community Voice
"I've been on the ground floor of this industry — I know what it takes to survive. At PiN, we're building something where creators can actually thrive."
A three-time international award nominee with over half a million followers across platforms. Known for pushing boundaries and setting trends, Josh brings a bold, unapologetic creator's perspective to PiN's leadership.
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Edger9000
Co-Founder • Creator • Photographer • Advocate
"We're creating a space where creators can truly thrive — without fear, without exploitation, and without having to compromise their safety or dignity just to do their work."
Creator, photographer, geek, and lifelong advocate with deep roots in the adult creator community. Edger co-founded PiN out of a clear and urgent need for safer spaces, fairer treatment, and real professional respect. His experience behind the camera also exposed him to the darker side of the photography world — where exploitation and predatory behavior are far too common. In no other industry does it seem like everyone has a horror story. That culture needs to end — and he's here to help end it.
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Yuri Gaponov
Co-Founder • Business Strategist • Entrepreneur
"The adult creator economy deserves the same level of strategic rigor and respect as any other industry — and we're here to make sure it gets it."
With years of experience building and scaling startups, Yuri brings the business acumen and operational stability that anchor Pearl Industry Network's long-term growth. His strategic clarity and legal foresight ensure PiN not only survives — but thrives.
Our Shared Mission & Vision
"Creators deserve better — and we're going to build it ourselves."
From digital rights to professional development, from policy advocacy to member protection, PiN exists to put creators first. Our leadership model ensures that creators have the majority voice, decisions are made with experience not ego, and safety, respect, and collaboration remain at the core of everything we do.
Creator-Led
60% of our board is active creators
Experience-Driven
Decisions made with real-world expertise
Safety-First
Community protection at our core