profile

Robert Warren

Robert "The Legacy" Warren, director of marketing and sales at Webmaster Paradise, has only been in the adult entertainment industry for one day.

"My day started out 10 years ago, when I started working in the business as director of marketing and sales for Python," he jokes.

Kidding aside, Warren says a typical day starts at 8:30 a.m.

While Webmaster Paradise has offices around the globe, from Hollywood, Calif., to Las Vegas and Costa Rica, Warren's commute from his Toronto suburb isn't bad.

"I work from home," he says, "so, I usually get things started at about 9 a.m. Of course, I'm really available 24 hours a day, seven days a week."

The first thing Warren does when he logs onto his computer is check email, something he views as a must because most mornings his inbox is in the triple digits.

"I get a lot of demo requests through email," he says. "Dealing with those is critical, because you need to sort out real webmasters from surfers looking for free content. And, of course, sometimes you get kids trying to get access to free porn; I take that very seriously, because if you make a mistake there, you're screwed."

After wading through a swath of emails, Warren is ready for a little fuel. Around 10 a.m., he breaks for coffee and cereal.

Back to work after a brief break, Warren next tackles his ICQs — after 10 years in the industry, he has more than 700 contacts on his ICQ — and a busy call sheet.

"ICQ is important, but a lot of the newer webmasters I speak with don't use it," he says. "Instead, they use email and phone. I prefer the phone because it's easier to focus. Most of my day is helping webmasters, networking and finding out what people in the industry need."

During his lunch break, he says he likes to gather as much information about the world around him, something he does by reading news sites that include CNN, XBIZ and AVN.

Returning from lunch, Warren puts in an appearance on the boards. He is, after all, a moderator for YNOT and AdultWebmasterHangout.

As the day turns to night, Warren says he typically follows his wife's lead.

"We share an office — she has her own design company, ThinkPinkOnline, and she works for Playboy," he says. "If she's working late, I typically do the same. These days, she's expecting our first child, so I try and work later to get ahead of things."

If Warren doesn't work late, he and his wife usually cut away for dinner. He also says they like to catch a movie — preferably Disney — or watch their favorite TV shows, which include "Heroes," "Battlestar Galactica" and "House."

If they don't watch TV or catch a movie, Warren says he and his wife are happy to kick back and play a game of "Final Fantasy."

Warren's day typically ends around 1 a.m. when he goes to sleep after catching Leno and Jon Stewart, but he says the phone can ring late into the night.

For Warren, it's not a question of a day in the life, but rather a life in the day. As he says, he puts everything of himself into his work.

"I spent seven years in seminary," he says. "I've taken those values, especially trust, respect and integrity and brought them into my work in adult."

Copyright © 2025 Adnet Media. All Rights Reserved. XBIZ is a trademark of Adnet Media.
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited.

More Articles

opinion

How to Master Team Dynamics for Startup Success

Having the right team in place is everything. That’s true in most aspects of business, but doubly so when it comes to getting a startup off the ground and thriving. The right — or wrong — people can mean the difference between a successful venture and a failed dream.

Juicy Jay ·
opinion

Eight Steps to Fast-Track AI Site Approval for Processing

Artificial intelligence is a hot topic these days. AI technology is speeding up the way we do business across all industries and offers numerous benefits, from automating processes to increasing efficiency and scalability.

Cathy Beardsley ·
opinion

How to Secure High-Risk Transactions With Network Tokenization

Ensuring the security of data as it moves through digital channels is the foundation of safe transactions, and crucial for your success. If your business can’t secure transactions, you’re exposed to myriad processing traumas.

Jonathan Corona ·
profile

WIA Profile: Reba Rocket

As chief operating officer and chief marketing officer of Takedown Piracy, long at the forefront of intellectual property protection in adult entertainment, Rocket is dedicated to safeguarding the livelihoods of content creators and producers while fostering a more ethical and sustainable industry.

Women In Adult ·
opinion

Protecting Content Ownership Rights When Using AI

In today’s digital age, content producers have more tools at their disposal than ever before. Among these tools, artificial intelligence (AI) content generation has emerged as a game changer, enabling creators to produce high-quality content quickly and efficiently.

Corey D. Silverstein ·
opinion

How Payment Orchestration Can Help Your Business

An emerging payment solution is making waves in the merchant world: the payment orchestration platform (POP). It’s quickly gaining traction as a powerful tool for managing online payments — but questions abound.

Cathy Beardsley ·
opinion

Fine-Tuning Refund and Cancellation Policies

For adult websites, managing refunds and cancellations isn’t just about customer service. It’s a crucial factor in maintaining compliance with the regulations of payment processors and payment networks such as Visa and Mastercard.

Jonathan Corona ·
profile

WIA Profile: Laurel Bencomo

Born in Cambridge, England but raised in Spain, Laurel Bencomo initially chose to study business at the University of Barcelona simply because it felt familiar — both of her parents are entrepreneurs. She went on to earn a master’s degree in sales and marketing management at the EADA Business School, while working in events for a group of restaurants in Barcelona.

Women In Adult ·
profile

Gregory Dorcel on Building Upon His Brand's Signature Legacy

“Whether reflected in the storyline or the cast or even the locations, the entertainment we deliver is based on fantasy,” he elaborates. “Our business is not, and never has been, reality. People who are buying our content aren’t expecting reality, or direct contact with stars like you can have with OnlyFans,” he says.

Jeff Dana ·
opinion

How to Turn Card Brand Compliance Into Effective Marketing

In the adult sector, compliance is often treated as a gauntlet of mandatory checkboxes. While it’s true that those boxes need to be ticked and regulations must be followed, sites that view compliance strictly as a chore risk missing out on a bigger opportunity.

Jonathan Corona ·
Show More