In an industry that never sleeps, Helen Bedd is making sure no one forgets her name. The performer and entrepreneur is throwing her hat into the ring for two of the most prestigious titles at the upcoming Exotic Dancer Honors Awards: Industry Innovator of the Year and Businesswoman of the Year. And if you ask her, it’s been a year that’s more than earned her the shot.
Fresh off a celebrated nomination for Best Entertainer at the ASN Awards, Bedd is riding a wave of momentum and aiming to make an even bigger splash in Las Vegas this August.
“This has been one hell of a year,” Bedd shared in a statement to AVN. “It all started at AVN, a place that holds so much significance to my career. Then everything just exploded with my ASN Awards nomination.”
More Than a Performer, a Powerhouse
While fans know her for her captivating stage presence, Bedd’s campaign shines a spotlight on the empire she’s building behind the scenes. This isn’t just about performance; it’s about a shrewd business strategy that reflects a major shift in the industry toward creator independence and diversified income.
Forget relying on a single source of revenue. Bedd has built a multi-faceted business from the ground up.
“I have worked extremely hard to put together a structured business with many sources of revenue,” she explained. “I love selling my wardrobe online. I offer custom-signed images in all sizes. I have been featured in magazines, performance bookings, shows, shoots, and classes. I even dabble in selling wellness merchandise.”
For Bedd, this mission is also deeply personal. She credits her “Burlesque Mother,” the legendary Vicki Renee, as a core inspiration, adding, “I know that it would make my Burlesque Mother, Vicki Renee, proud.”
The Innovator’s Edge: An App, AI, and a Challenge
What truly sets Bedd’s bid for Industry Innovator apart is her forward-thinking approach to technology. At a time when many creators are seeking to control their own destiny, Bedd has already built the tools to do it. She points to her custom platform and app, available through her official site, helenbedd.vip, as proof of her innovative spirit.
Featuring her own content, store, and legitimate payment processing, her site is a prime example of a creator taking back power from third-party platforms. But she’s looking even further ahead.
“Above all else, my business model has been about innovation,” she states, revealing a surprising and savvy move: “I have invested in a stock of over eighty top AI companies.”
In an era where AI is a hot-button topic, Bedd isn’t just participating in the conversation—she’s investing in its future. It’s a bold strategy that firmly positions her as a businesswoman looking years, not just months, ahead.
See For Yourself
With nominations on the line, Bedd issues a direct and confident challenge to both fans and industry peers who will be casting their votes.
“Try me out,” she says. “Drop in at helenbedd.vip. See for yourself why I am worthy of both nominations.”
Fans and colleagues can nominate Helen Bedd ahead of the 2024 ED Honors Awards Show and Expo, which is set to take over the Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas from August 21-24. As she gears up for the event, Bedd’s goal is clear: to show everyone exactly why she’s a force to be reckoned with.
You can follow her journey and campaign on X at @Bedd69Helen and on Instagram @Helen_bedd.69.
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