Meet the Judges

Sir Andrew is a born and raised Southern Gentleman, having lived in SC or NC most of his life. He discovered the BDSM lifestyle in the late 90’s and began his journey with T3WD in 2005. There he met the people who would become his first leather family and would set him on the path he is still on today. Sir Andrew has proudly serves as Mr SouthEast LeatherFest 2024-25 in addition to several other titles. He has worked with many events over the years, including Frolicon, DomCon Atlanta, Southern Sole, and South Plains. He has served SELF for the last 19 years in a variety of capacities. Sir Andrew teaches on many subjects locally, regionally, and nationally. His interests in the lifestyle are diverse and evolving every day, with an emphasis on spanking and on the sharp, pointy, and bloody. He is passionate about evolution and change and the need to accept those changes not only within yourself but in others as well. He is always happy to share about his journey as a Trans Man and the changes that have brought him from the young person who walked into a library in Richland SC to the stages at Self. You'll most likely find Sir Andrew in the smoking area of whatever event he's at looking to share space and talk with new friends and old. Let's chat!

Will, AKA Count Monster Rod Von Huge-in-stein, AKA CMR, AKA Count, has been in and around the alternative lifestyle his whole life as his guardians were swingsters in a D/s and poly relationship. Will is an experienced CEO, board member of multiple non-profits, martial arts instructor, biker, geek, and Air Force veteran. He actively lives the life 24/7 as a Total Power Exchange (TPE) practitioner, polyamorous partner, and educator. In 2016, he saw a need for stronger education in the local community and started the non-profit organization Citadel of Kink (CoK) (aka Center of Knowledge). CoK provide hands-on education and a safe, inclusive play space in the Washington, DC metro area. Will runs workshops, classes, and convention dungeons, emphasizing mental and physical safety. His signature "Around the World" scene blends impact, knives, electricity, sensory play, and mind fuckery for unforgettable experiences. Will, along with his long time submissive @B_thekinkUwish2C, became the 2025 Mid-Atlantic Power Exchange (MAPE) and the 2026 International Power Exchange (IPE) titleholders as well as founding the Power Exchange Together (PET) - National Capital Region chapter.

darc_light (she/they), Northwest slave 2025 & 2026, is a curious, compassionate educator who lives for the moment a person’s eyes light up as they realize just how capable and powerful they truly are. A certified Professional Development Specialist, DnD chaos rogue, and Master Sous-Sir’s adorkable goodest girl, darc_light brings a delightful chaos to everyone around her (usually while dragging them along on her latest shenanigans).

Honest, neurodivergent, and radically transparent, what you see is what you get. As a queer, nonbinary, polyamorous Leather person, they find fulfillment in servant leadership, meeting people where they’re at, and making the community a warmer, more welcoming place."

Jack is, above all, Lady Catherine’s devoted, faithful servant. Currently, calling the Baltimore/DC area home. Serving as producer of Twisting Culture (host of the Northeast Person of Leather contest), board member of SouthEast LeatherFest since 2013, and treasurer of F.I.S.T.

Jack’s Leather roots run deep. Spending nearly two decades in Denver - where many knew them as Sir Sparky – in Denver they found a thriving community that shaped their path. While there Jack facilitated COLLAR for years, volunteered with Thunder in the Mountains dungeon build crew and ultimately led the design and build of what became the largest dungeon west of the Mississippi. Their involvement also extended across the Labyrinth, the Sanctuary, and numerous regional families and groups.

Jack’s is grounded in a fierce commitment to human dignity: health, belonging, and authentic self‑expression.

If you spot Jack at the event, please say hello - they love meeting new people and see old friends.

All aboard Forte Airlines! Jett Forte is a nonbinary, polyamorous bear from Mid-Missouri with a deep love for leather, kink, and community. Jett is a member of Rudis Leather Society, Midnight Howl KC, Titans of the Midwest, and The Exiles, and has served as the 2024 & 2025 Missouri Person of Leather and was the 2024 Midwest Person of Leather.

Jett’s primary kink interests include impact play, sensory play, bondage, gooning, wax play, electro, fisting, piercing and SO much more. Her primary hanky is light blue on the right. She is also active in the pet and critter community, identifying as a lion himself and handling several pups, including her puppy/boy Maximus. Jett shares her life with her husband Galt, her boyfriendGrey, and Maximus who are all part of her chosen family and support system within and beyond the leather community. Without them, there would be no “Jett Forte Experience”

Outside of kink, Jett is a gaymer, nerd, plant dad, lover of Eurovision, and collector of queer and vintage art. She is always down to meet someone new, talk about shared interests, or share resources. And never forget, you’re always welcome on Forte Airlines!"

Master Retro Bella is a Latina High Femme Master and Leather woman from Bakersfield, California. She is the first woman to earn the title of 2023 Southwest Master and became the first person of Latin descent to hold the 2024 International Master title. She is passionate about Latinx/ne representation in M/s and Leather spaces. This passion fueled her to create the Latine Leather Pride flag, which debuted at South Plains Leatherfest in 2025, and to become the founder of Latinos in Leather. Recognized as one of the Onyx Pearls’ “Young 8,” she carries the pearl name Amara Pearl. Currently, Master Retro Bella curates the Latinx Queer Chronicles on Substack, which showcases the intersectionality of queerness and Latinidad.

I am a black, queer, & poly Leatherwomxn. I am a chronic volunteer, panelist, speaker, educator, heavy demo bottom, handler of Leather contestants, event co-coordinator, and I am Ms. Leather Colorado 2017. I have proudly contributed to various events and discussions centered on feminism, race relations, and sociopolitical affairs specifically affecting queer and BIPOC persons in our communities across the United States.
I identify as an energy player, a greedy, power bottom and a sensual top. I yearn for equity, companionship, love, raw passion, desire, and most of all - Respect and Purpose as I serve the community and family dynamics with ones desiring the same.