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Articles by Steve Callow

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A Look at How the LGBT Community Propelled Sex-Positivity

We live in a world where gay pride has been marginalized and stolen from the gays as celebration for all minorities that have sought for some level of equality. Do I sound bitter over that?

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Are Consumers Ready for ‘Sexual Wellness’ Products?

I know “sexual wellness” is a term that’s often used and seemingly considered somewhat “desirable” as designers and manufacturers look to create differentiation and leadership for their brands.

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Could an Industry ‘Innovation Council’ Protect Intellectual Property?

As many people say, there is no sense in whining about something unless you have a potential remedy.

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Why Is Intellectual Property Theft Tolerated?

For those who know me, you’ll already know I have strong feelings on the subject of intellectual property. As innovators, we are constantly finding our best ideas — whether or not we have protected the intellectual property (IP) with patents — copied by other manufacturers.

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What Does Being a ‘Sexual Wellness’ Brand Mean?

I love the term “sexual wellness.” It makes my work sound so much more meaningful when I introduce myself to people as the owner of a sexual wellness company.

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How to Survive, Succeed With Growing Mainstream Retail Competition

When I started my management-consulting career at 26, having sold my network technology company to Andersen Consulting — the world’s largest consultancy (now called Accenture), I really had no understanding of any industry.

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Finding the Perfect Cock Ring Within an Ever-Growing Selection

Do you ever wonder why someone may like one cock ring over another? It’s pretty common for someone to try different rings, but one will become their favorite. Wouldn’t life be easier for the salesperson if everyone had the same favorite?

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Validating the Trans Community in Adult Retail

Over the last few years, I’ve walked into stores and wandered around looking at how products are categorized and merchandised.

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