Humboldt, Inovio Join FSC as Diamond Members

LOS ANGELES — The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has announced the addition of Humboldt Merchant Services (HBMS) and Inovio Payments LLC as Diamond members.

HBMS is a provider of credit card processing solutions, while Inovio offers a variety of payment processing solutions.

“I want to thank HBMS and Inovio for joining the Free Speech Coalition,” said Eric Paul Leue, Executive Director of the Free Speech Coalition. “Their generous support and partnership is one that’s incredibly valuable to the FSC. Their expertise and support will go a long way in providing our members premiere business solutions and aid them in protection from discriminatory regulations.”

FSC reports HBMS and Inovio’s memberships are notable additions. They join XBIZ, Adam & Eve, Brazzers, Chaturbate, Kink.com, MetArt and Wicked Pictures in the top tier of Free Speech Coalition membership.

“The work and history of the Free Speech Coalition has paved the way for incredible opportunities to those working in the adult industry,” said Adam McDonald, president of HBMS. “We are familiar with the unique challenges faced by adult businesses, and we pride ourselves on providing solutions to help businesses prosper in their respective markets. It is our hope that through this partnership we can provide good business solutions and opportunities, much like the Free Speech Coalition has been doing for more than 25 years.”

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