Nalpac/Entrenue has secured its fourth consecutive Distributor of the Year award at the 2026 XMA Awards, an event that also saw Phoebe Grott, the company's director of marketing and strategic partnerships, receive the inaugural Trusted Confidant Award at the 2026 XBIZ Honors.

Consecutive Wins and Industry Recognition

On January 27, 2026, Nalpac/Entrenue was named Distributor of the Year at the 2026 XMA Awards in Los Angeles. This marks the fourth year in a row the company has received this honor. The XMA Awards, renamed from the XBIZ Awards in 2025, are presented annually to recognize individuals, companies, performers, and products that contribute to the adult film industry's growth and success. The awards, sponsored by XBIZ, have been held in Los Angeles, California, since their inception in 2003. XBIZ publisher and founder Alec Helmy described the awards as originating from the industry's desire for an event that encompasses all facets of the business, presenting it professionally and honoring it with class. The XBIZ Awards have been compared to the Golden Globes of the international film and TV industry.

Steve Craig, CEO of Nalpac/Entrenue, commented on the significance of the fourth consecutive XBIZ Distributor of the Year award, stating that it represents the relationships at the core of the industry. He expressed gratitude to customers and supplier partners for their collaboration, creativity, and commitment to building a more connected, responsible, and resilient marketplace. In 2025, Nalpac/Entrenue also won the XMA Award for Distributor of the Year, marking its third consecutive win. At that time, Steve Craig expressed gratitude to customers for their continued support and optimism for 2025, anticipating a significant year for the company. He also noted that the industry would face challenges but would emerge stronger by banding together. Andy Craig, COO of Nalpac/Entrenue, also acknowledged the 2025 award, thanking XBIZ, vendors, and manufacturing partners, particularly those who have supported the company from the beginning. He highlighted the transformative nature of the preceding years for Nalpac, including the acquisition of Entrenue, and thanked vendors for their confidence and support.

The award nominations for the XMA Awards are submitted by clients, and the winners are determined by votes from XBIZ staff, industry colleagues, and participating organizations. Initially, the awards recognized achievements in the online adult industry, but video categories have been added in recent years. As of 2014, the number of specific award categories had expanded to over 150.

Individual Achievement and Company Activities

In addition to the company's recognition, Phoebe Grott, director of marketing and strategic partnerships for Nalpac/Entrenue, received the first-ever Trusted Confidant Award at the retail industry edition of the 2026 XBIZ Honors. Grott stated that this recognition in the new 2026 Trusted Confidant category serves as a reminder that trust remains the foundation of strong partnerships. She expressed gratitude for the award and acknowledgment, celebrating success through earnest collaboration and compassion, and emphasized that the industry is stronger together.

Nalpac/Entrenue has been active in other areas in early 2026. On March 23, 2026, Nalpac released its 76-page 2026 spring lingerie catalog, which features hundreds of products. The company also announced on March 11, 2026, that it would attend the 2026 Altitude Intimates trade show, scheduled to take place from March 22-24 at Paris Las Vegas. Furthermore, on February 25, 2026, Nalpac/Entrenue and U.K.-based author Jen Jenivive signed an exclusive U.S. distribution deal for Jenivive’s books. Earlier in the year, on January 5, 2026, Nalpac released its 70-page 2026 Valentine’s Day catalog, also featuring hundreds of products. The 2026 edition of XBIZ Expo commenced on January 11, 2026, on the mezzanine level of the Loews Hollywood Hotel, where buyers and sellers engaged in business discussions.

Key Facts

  • Nalpac/Entrenue won the Distributor of the Year award at the 2026 XMA Awards, marking its fourth consecutive win.
  • Phoebe Grott, director of marketing and strategic partnerships for Nalpac/Entrenue, received the first-ever Trusted Confidant Award at the 2026 XBIZ Honors.
  • The XMA Awards, previously known as the XBIZ Awards, were renamed in 2025 and have been presented annually since 2003 in Los Angeles, California.
  • Steve Craig is the CEO of Nalpac/Entrenue.
  • Nalpac released its 2026 spring lingerie catalog on March 23, 2026, and its 2026 Valentine's Day catalog on January 5, 2026.
  • Nalpac/Entrenue signed an exclusive U.S. distribution deal with U.K.-based author Jen Jenivive on February 25, 2026.