POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Swiss Navy’s sales team has received certification from the American College of Sexologists International.

Rocky Bowell, Cheryl Flangel, Janet Tamborelli and Briana Watkins are now certified sex educators and will add the post-nominal letters ACS to their names.

“A high-value certification ensures that we maintain a high level of knowledge in those areas that can successfully assist our customer-partners,” said Watkins, who serves as VP of sales and marketing for M.D. Science Labs, maker of the Swiss Navy brand. “We felt it was important to have the first wave of our domestic sales representatives certified to show how committed we are to mastering our skills in this field. We hope to have our international and sponsorship team members certified in the future as well.”

“We know that our customer-partners are our family. We want them to know that we are continually finding ways to help them with their trainings and strive to support their sales efforts. All of us learned quite a lot, despite each of us having decades of experience in this industry. We are all looking forward to sharing our guidance and wisdom,” she added.

The American College of Sexologists International is a nonprofit association that provides professional standards and guidelines to the sexology community and certifies practitioners and organizations that meet the requirements of a certification training program.

“I’m extremely proud of all the members of our Swiss Navy family for their commitment to our customers and am looking forward to announcing even more valuable resources that we currently have in the works,” Watkins said.

In related news, the company recently expanded its retail training program by adding sales and merchandising tips from brand ambassador Bowell to its B2B resource site.

Find Swiss Navy online and on Twitter.

FLENSBURG, Germany — Orion Wholesale is now shipping seven new outfits from its NO:XQSE brand.

“Fancy designs meet generous views, whether it’s a body, catsuit or mini dress. These outfits are pure eroticism for any occasion,” a rep said.

“NO:XQSE stands for cheeky, sexy outfits at great prices. These items are made out of extremely stretchy material and are available in a practical one-size-fits-all or in plus sizes so that the designs will fit any figure,” noted the rep.

For more information, visit Orion online or email wholesale@orion.de.

WASSERBILLIG, Luxembourg — pjur Group and U-GEM Corporation will collaborate on an expansion of the pjur brand into the Taiwanese market.

U-GEM will distribute pjur’s premium personal lubricants and enhancement products.

“pjur is a premium brand with more than 25 years’ experience,” U-GEM CEO Jason Hwang said. “The products are registered as tested medical devices, which builds trust with consumers. At U-GEM we have high expectations of the products we distribute, which is why we are delighted to be working with pjur.”

U-GEM was founded in 1979 and branched into adult toys in 2016.

“In U-GEM we have found a partner with extensive market expertise that covers a variety of online and offline sales channels. As part of their approach, they reach out to customers where they already shop and offer excellent service. They are a strong partner that will drive the distribution of pjur premium intimate products. Together we will bring pjur products even closer to consumers,” said Alexander Giebel, CEO and founder of pjur.

Find pjur online. For U-GEM sales inquiries, contact Tonnia Chien at service.pjur@ugem.com.tw.

LOS ANGELES — Magic Silk has debuted Sugar & Spice, its new “sweet and hot” lingerie collection.

“These gorgeous garments are made from soft lace and stretch mesh, embellished with a variety of tantalizing trimmings: adjustable straps with gold sliders, peek-a-boo details, silky satin ribbons and hook and eye closures,” a rep said.

Color selections are crimson red or jet black.

Four different designs are available: Teddy with Snap Crotch; Bra & Panty Set; Ribbon Tie Bra & Panty Set; and Peek-a-Boo Bra & Panty Set.

The collection is offered in sizes S/M, L/XL and Queen (1x–3X).

“Immediate shipping is available in brand-new, vibrant Exposed packaging. These fashions also have great hanger appeal,” added the rep. “When you get the craving, try Sugar & Spice. It’s everything nice and everything naughty.

Find Magic Silk on Twitter; a website redesign is forthcoming. Direct inquiries to Barbara Bauer at barbara@magicsilk.com or call (888) 889-8081.

MONTREAL — Adult Time has debuted all-girl, trans and straight episodes of its new series “The Anal Experiment.”

Today’s announcement follows last month’s release of “Accidental Gangbang” in exploring the same concept within three different niches as a celebration of “the spirit of sexual inclusivity.”

“‘The Anal Experiment’ demystifies the act of anal sex with candid interviews from the scenes’ stars, who share their personal experiences with viewers, then follow-up with steamy anal encounters that serve to highlight, and delight in, their pleasure,” a rep said.

Jane Wilde and Seth Gamble headline “Jane and Seth,” the straight episode.

“I prefer doing anal scenes, just because it’s more fun, it’s more exciting, it’s different than my real life. It’s just a fun treat,” noted Wilde.

Jade Venus and Khloe Kay are featured in the trans scene, “Jade and Khloe.”

Venus notes that anal sex is “more intimate because you have to trust the person to know what they’re doing and not hurt you.”

Ember Snow and Skylar Snow topline the all-girl version of “The Anal Experiment.”

“We are quite proud to present this spiritual follow-up to ‘The Oral Experiment’ released in 2020,” Adult Time Marketing Director Frank Stacy said. “While the target audience might be different this time around, anal intercourse is one of the most-searched sex acts on our platform and we’re confident this will please a wide audience.”

Visit Adult Time online and on Twitter.

LOS ANGELES — Reigning XBIZ “Performer of the Year” Maitland Ward has landed the lead role in the forthcoming mainstream sci-fi thriller “Just for You” from Emmy-nominated writer/director Sonja O’Hara.

The feature is set to begin production later this year ahead of a planned Summer 2023 release date.

“Just for You” centers on “a cybersecurity specialist who is attacked in the virtual world of the metaverse, and a woman (Ward) who unleashes her dangerous alter-ego, Vivian, to exact revenge on those responsible,” a rep said.

O’Hara is a 2021 Daytime Emmy Awards nominee for “Outstanding Short Form Daytime Fiction Program” for her digital drama series “Doomsday” and recently wrapped the indie horror feature “Mid-Century” starring Bruce Dern, Stephen Lang and Shane West.

She was cited as one of 2017’s “10 Filmmakers to Watch” by The Independent magazine.

“Like so many, I grew up watching Maitland on ABC and felt like I really knew her; when I learned she was making her return to mainstream film, I was curious. To now get the pleasure to not only direct Maitland, but also share this collaboration with her by playing these complicated characters in this beautiful dark film, well, it’s such a cool opportunity,” O’Hara said. “Audiences may feel they know her, but we haven’t seen or touched the surface of her capabilities as an artist and person.”

Ward’s plans for the remainder of 2022 include the expected Sept. 6 release of her memoir, “Rated X: How Porn Liberated Me from Hollywood,” and the Nov. 7 debut of her streaming comedy series, “The Big Time.”

“With my upcoming memoir, new comedy series and now working on this feature with such talented people, I am beyond excited for the year to come,” noted Ward. “I can’t wait for all these challenges ahead. I am very lucky and truly blessed.”

Follow Maitland Ward on Twitter.

LAS VEGAS — Retired performer Raven Alexis passed away last week from complications related to Crohn’s disease, according to relatives and industry associates. She was 35 years old.

On his Instagram account, Alexis’ husband noted that her GI issues led to “infection and sepsis that were unexpected.”

Alexis was a popular performer, mainly associated with Digital Playground, from 2008 until 2011. A few of her 50-plus IAFD credits extend to 2018, although she had been retired since the early-to-mid 2010s.

In 2012, Alexis won the XBIZ Award for female “Supporting Acting Performance of the Year” for Digital Playground’s “Top Guns.”

After her adult career, Alexis shared an extremely successful beauty and cosmetic injection practice with her husband in the Las Vegas area.

Their spa gained renown as a go-to Botox and lip injection specialist practice for a large number of adult entertainers, though some of their patients only learned about Alexis’ past on-camera fame only after her passing.

“She had completely been able to remake her life in the beauty business, and with her family, after she left porn, and she and her husband didn’t particularly mention,” her adult industry name or career, an industry source who is one of their patients told XBIZ.

Alexis is survived by her husband and four children.

A celebration of her life is being planned for Saturday, April 2 in the Vegas area.

HORSHAM, Penn. — Xgen Products is now shipping three new items from the Rabbit Company Butterfly Collection.

The Remote-Control Butterfly Panty Vibe is designed for couples and solo play with a wearable design that frees the hands for stimulation of a partner or one’s own body. An included adjustable harness securely keeps the vibe in place for direct contact with vibration and the wireless remote control allows for partner play from up to 30 feet away.

The Come Hither G-Kiss Butterfly combines a broad, curved tip with a “come hither” motion that caresses and massages the G-spot. The wide-spreading butterfly wings provide broad coverage for all-over contact and vibration, and the textured surface enhances the feel of the extended massaging butterfly wings. The Vibrating Dual Stim Butterfly features a curved tip that targets the G-spot, while powerful fluttering feelers provide direct clitoral stimulation and an external massage.

“The new Butterfly Collection from the Rabbit Company is great,” said Andy Green, CEO of Xgen. “Each item is completely unique and stands out on its own. Retailers will definitely want to have these in stock.”

“The distinctive butterfly design on all three items brings a new kind of pleasure experience to the Rabbit Company,” added Green.

The three new items are made from smooth, soft, hypoallergenic, body-safe silicone, are USB rechargeable and include a five year warranty.

Visit XGenB2B.com or contact a preferred sales rep for additional details.