Updated: September 26,, 2008
Master Z's
Lifestyle Experience & Bio

Pantheon of Leather 2007
Midwest Regional Award Recipient
http://www.theleatherjournal.com/?q=pantheon
Master Z has called upon his 32 years Lifestyle experience, becoming a BDSM Educator, teaching classes and giving presentations at BDSM Events from coast to coast since 2001. It is his passion and purpose to assist you by presenting an unforgettable educational presentation for your next alternative lifestyle event!

PERSONAL BIO

Born in 1954, Master Z grew up in the Chicago area and at the age of 22 began learning the many facets of the lifestyle in the Leather Bars and Clubs of Chicago. Master Z bottomed for His first 18 months in the Lifestyle and earned his Master's Cover in April of 1979.

After a successful career in business Master Z retired in 2001, and lives happily in the Chicago area with his lifemate & slave, Ms Becky, a bi-poly switch. ( http://msbecky.masterzchicago.com/ ) Master Z & Ms Becky teach some classes together. They are polyamorous and are currently looking for a 24/7 slave to complete their Ds Family.

Master Z is the very proud recipient of the Leather Archives & Museum President's Award for 2008 and the Midwest Regional Pantheon Of Leather Award for 2007. He is the Co-Founder and President of Leather SINS, NFP. He is also the Event Director of two national Leather Lifestyle Events each year, Kinky Kollege (http://kinkykollege.com) and SINSations In Leather (http://sinsationsinleather.com). Most weekends when in Chicago, you will find him at the SINS Center ( http://sinscenter.com ), where he serves as the Executive Director.

Master Z serves on the Board of Directors of the National Coalition For Sexual Freedom (NCSF). He is an Activist who defends the rights and sexual freedoms of all persons to practice whatever type of Alternative Lifestyle they choose. He spends his spare time traveling to Leather Events around the country to present on various BDSM subjects. In his travels he spreads the word about Safe, Sane and Consensual BDSM and promotes the Ds lifestyle and the NCSF.

Master Z owns and maintains an Award Winning BDSM Resource Guide on the Internet at http://www.masterzchicago.com and his Personal Profile can be seen at http://www.masterzchicago.com/introduction.html.

Master Z can be reached at MasterZ@MasterZChicago.com


LIFESTYLE EVENT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

Master Z has used his organizational skills to produce the following highly succesful Leather Lifestyle Events:
  • Event Director of SINSations In Leather
    2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 (    http://www.sinsationsinleather.com/)
  • Event Director of Kinky Kollege
    2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 (    http://www.kinkykollege.com/)
  • Executive Director, The SINS Center
    2007 and 2008 ( http://sinscenter.com/ )
  • Event Director, SINS Center BDSM Tapas Event 2007
  • Chairman of the Midwest Holiday Fetish Fair
    2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005 (http://www.sinsfetishfair.com)
  • Chairman of the Midwest Leather Community Picnic
    2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 (http://www.sinspicnic.com/)
  • Chairman, Chicagoland Dom sub Meet & Mingle
    2005, 2006 and 2007 Sponsored by The Leather SINS Social Club
  • Chairman, Annual Leather SINS Open House at The Leather Archives & Museum
    2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007
  • Super Bowl Sunday Fundraiser to save the Leather Rose (raised over $2000)

LIFESTYLE AWARDS

Master Z has received the following Leather Lifestyle Awards::

LIFESTYLE EVENT JUDGING EXPERIENCE

Master Z has been invited to participate as a Judge at the following BDSM & Leather Lifestyle Events:
  • South West Master slave Contest 2008
    Pheonix, AZ
  • Pantheon Of Leather 2008 - Selection Panel
    Chicago, IL
  • International Mr & Ms Olympus Leather Contest 2008
    Chicago, IL

LEADERSHIP POSITIONS OF SERVICE TO THE LIFESTYLE

Master Z proudly serves with service and dedication as follows.

  • National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF) Board of Directors 2007-2008
  • National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF) Board of Directors 2006-2007
  • National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF) Membership Chairperson 2008
  • National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF) Membership Chairperson 2007
  • National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF) Coalition Partner Representative 2003 to Present
  • Howard Brown Health Center (http://www.howardbrown.org/) Member of Leadership Council
  • The Leather SINS, NFP. (http://www.leathersins.com/) Co-Founder and President
  • The Leather SINS, NFP Board of Directors 2001 to Present
  • SINS Center, (http://sinscenter.com/), Executive Director 2006 to Present

LEATHER, BDSM & ALTERNATIVE LIFESTYLE
CLUB AND ASSOCIATION AFFILIATIONS

Master Z has been active in the BDSM Community since 1976 having past and present affiliations with:
  • Co-Founder and President
    The Leather SINS Social Club. (http://www.leathersins.com/)
    One of Chicagoland's Largest BDSM Social Clubs
  • SINS Center
  • Galleria Domain II (GD2)
  • Kinky By Association (KBA)
  • The Chicago O'Hare Slosh
  • Chicago Rope and Mummification (CRAM)
  • Lifestyle Alternative Center (FL)
  • Midwest Sadists
  • Crimson Moon
  • National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF)Coalition Partner Representative
  • Leather Archives & Museum (LA&M)
  • South Florida Munch
  • South West Florida Munch
  • (CDG) Chicago Discussion Group (D)
  • (DNA) Do Not Ask (D)
  • (D&S) Dedicated and Safe (D)
  • Leather Rose (C)
  • Galleria Domain (sold)
  • Just Fabulous (C)
  • Tina's Place (C)
    (D) = Disbanded - (C) = Closed

PRESENTATION, WORKSHOP AND CLASS TOPICS

Master Z's passion lies in sharing his knowledge and experience with others. He enjoys teaching basic skills and protocol to newcomers to the lifestyle as well as advanced techniques to old timers alike. He has shared his knowledge and expertise as an event presenter on the following topics:
IN ORDER OF CLASSES MASTER Z IS MOST TO LESS PASSIONATE ABOUT TEACHING:
  • 12 Point Suspension
  • Rough Body Play, Punching & Slapping
  • Cupping - Fire & Suction
  • Needle play
  • Cuttings
  • Caning
  • Fireplay
  • Mummification and Bondage Taping
  • Rope Dresses & Bondage
  • Humiliation Roleplay
  • Spanking
  • Waxing
  • Flogging
  • Polyamory... loving more than one
  • Communications... The Key To Capturing The Mind
  • Scene Safety
  • D/s beyond the computer...
    A guide for the real time beginner
Special Skills Workshop
  • BDSM Special Events...
    The Art & Science of Producing Alternative Lifestyle Celebrations

PRESENTATION & TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Master Z is scheduled or has been a Presenter in the past at:
2008
2007
2006
  • Spanksgiving
    St. Louis, MO
  • Mad Town Spankfest
    Madison, WI
  • Thunder in The Mounains
    Denver, CO
  • South West Leather Conference
    Pheonix, AZ
  • Shibaricon
    Chicago, IL
  • Shibari South Florida
    West Palm Beach , FL
  • Lifestyle Alternative Center Lake Worth, FL
  • Shibaricon
    Chicago, IL
  • Shibari South Florida
    West Palm Beach , FL
  • Command Performance
    Pompano Beach, FL
  • Lifestyle Alternative Center
    Lake Worth, FL
  • Leather Leadership Conf. Minneapolis, MN
  • CLAW
    Cleveland, OH
  • SMARTfest
    Cleveland, OH
  • Shibari South Florida
    West Palm Beach , FL
  • Command Performance
    Pompano Beach, FL
  • Leather Leadership Conf.
    New York City, NY
  • Beat Me In St Louis
    St. Louis, MO
  • PEER
    Cincinnati, OH
  • Kinky Kollege
    Chicago, Illinois
  • S.P.I.C.E.
    Ft Lauderdale, F
2005
2004
2003
  • Beat Me In St Louis
    St. Louis, MO
  • Command Performance
    Pompano Beach, FL
  • Klub Kink
    Pompano Beach, FL
  • Great Lakes Leather Alliance
    Indianapolis, IN
  • Shibaricon
    Naperville, IL
  • S.P.I.C.E.
    Ft Lauderdale, FL
  • Spanksgiving
    St. Louis, Mo
  • Command Performance
    Pompano Beach, FL
  • Great Lakes Leather Alliance
    Indianapolis, IN
  • Ohio S.M.A.R.T. Fest
    Cleveland, OH
  • Shibaricon
    Rosemont, IL
  • Snowbound
    Minniapolis, MN
  • Spring Sting
    Minniapolis, MN
  • Club Adventure
    Chicago, IL
  • Couples Choice
    Worth, IL
  • Great Lakes Leather Alliance
    Indianapolis, IN
  • Kinky By Association
    Chicago, IL
  • Ohio Leather Fest
    Columbus, OH
  • Snowbound
    Minniapolis, MN
  • Spring Sting
    Minniapolis, MN
  • Tina's Place
    Chicago, IL
2002
2001

And many other
BDSM Clubs and Organization sponsored events.

Master Z has been a DM at a mutitude of BDSM Events.
  • Tina's Place
    Chicago, IL
  • Leather Rose
    Chicago, IL
  • Command Performance
    Pompano Beach, FL

To Check Available Dates Or To Book Master Z For Your Upcoming Event,
Email: MasterZ@MasterZChicago.com

Master Z... Experienced... Imaginative... Creative... Trustworthy!


NATIONAL COALITION FOR SEXUAL FREEDOM (NCSF) AFFILIATION

Master Z proudly serves on the NCSF Board of Directors and is the Leather SINS Coalition Partner (CP) Representative to the NCSF.
Coalition Partner Representative Service:
NCSF Committee Member of:
  • 2008 NCSF CP Representative
  • 2007 NCSF CP Representative
  • 2006 NCSF CP Representative
  • 2005 NCSF CP Representative
  • 2004 NCSF CP Representative
  • 2003 NCSF CP Representative
  • 2007 NCSF Fundraising Chair for Leather SINS
  • 2006 NCSF Fundraising Chair for Leather SINS
  • 2005 NCSF Fundraising Chair for Leather SINS
  • 2004 NCSF Fundraising Chair for Leather SINS
  • 2003 NCSF Fundraising Chair for Leather SINS
  • 2008 NCSF Board of Directors, Director
  • 2008 NCSF Membership Coordinator
  • 2008 NCSF Media/Press Committee
  • 2007 NCSF Board of Directors, Director
  • 2007 NCSF Membership Coordinator
  • 2007 NCSF Media/Press Committee
  • 2007 NCSF Fundraising Committee
  • 2007 NCSF Liaison to Bondage.com
  • 2006 NCSF Annual Meeting, Coordinator
  • 2006 NCSF Board of Directors, Director
  • 2006 NCSF Liaison to Bondage.com
  • 2006 NCSF Educational Video Production Committee
  • 2006 NCSF Media/Press Committee
  • 2006 NCSF Fundraising Committee
  • 2005 NCSF Liaison to Bondage.com
  • 2005 NCSF Media/Press Committee
  • 2005 NCSF Fundraising Committee
  • 2004 NCSF Liaison to Bondage.com
  • 2004 NCSF Media/Press Committee
  • 2004 NCSF Fundraising Committee
  • 2003 NCSF Fundraising Committee
NCSF Annual Meeting Participation:
  • 2008 NCSF Annual Coalition Partner Meeting
    - Atlanta, GA
  • 2007 NCSF Annual Coalition Partner Meeting
    - San Jose, CA
  • 2006 NCSF Annual Coalition Partner Meeting
    - Chicago, IL     (MEETING HOST)
  • 2005 NCSF Annual Coalition Partner Meeting
    -     Baltimore, MD
  • 2004 NCSF Annual Coalition Partner Meeting
    - San Francisc0, CA
  • 2003 NCSF Annual Coalition Partner Meeting
    - St Louis, MO

PAST BDSM EVENTS ATTENDED BY MASTER Z

Master Z has attended over 100* BDSM Events around the country including:
  • Beat Me in St. Louis *
  • Black Rose *
  • Boston Fetish Flea *
  • Cleveland Leather Awareness Weekend (CLAW)*
  • Folsom Fringe
  • Great Lakes Leather Alliance *
  • Great Lakes Trainer and Pup Contest
  • International Mr. Leather (IML) *
  • Kinky Kollege *
  • Leather Leadership Conference *
  • Midwest Holiday Fetish Fair & Marketplace *
  • Malicious Masquerade *
  • NCSF Annual Meeting*
  • Ohio Leather Fest *

  • Pantheon Of Leather *
  • Shibaricon *
  • SINSations In Leather *
  • S.M.A.R.T. Fest *
  • Snowbound
  • Southwest Leather Conference (SWLC)
  • Spanksgiving *
  • Spring Sting
  • TES *
  • Thunder in the Mountains *
  • Thunder After Party At The Denver Sanctuary*
  • Tribal Fire *
  • Vicious Valentine *
  • And many others

    * Events Attended Multiple Years

Contact Master Z by email at MasterZ@MasterZChicago.com

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