Finn Gerhardt
Lead Presenter
Finn Gerhardt is a leatherperson, bootblack, activist, performer and educator from the great state of Maryland. They teach classes ranging from Electro-Play and Sonophilia to Public Speaking and applying Theatrical Principles to Kink. Finn is currently serving as International Person of Leather 2026, where their platform, “Don’t Look Away,” emphasizes the importance of bearing witness in fighting propaganda and speaking truth to power. Finn is a proud Thaddy to their Boi, Matt, and always tries to leave the world a little shinier than they found it.