AJ has been active in the Leather and Kink community since 2014, focusing on Bootblacking in Central Florida. Inspired by a poolside scene at a summer event, he pursued his passion, earning Florida Community Bootblack titles in 2016 and 2019, and International Community Bootblack in 2019. AJ is a dedicated volunteer who supports numerous events across the Northeast and beyond, from the stands to helping titleholders he is always driven by his passion for learning, teaching, and contributing to the community he cherishes.