KERON WOODROW MR. MAYHEM LEATHER 2023

Keron immigrated from Sicily in 2018 and began walking the Leather path in 2021.  In May 2023, he earned the title of Mr. Mayhem Leather, and in 2024, he was named first runner-up at Mr. Mid Atlantic Leather and is proudly representing as part of Class 46 at International Mr. Leather.

By day, Keron is an accomplished scientist and research manager: by night, he is a proud leather boy and switch with a deep love for kink, connection, and community.  He is an associate member of C.O.M.M.A.N.D. MC, a member of the Leather Archives & Museum (LA&M) and co-founder of the Philadelphia Pet Group.  Co-producer of the Philadelphia Pet Night, he is also co-hosts BLUF Philadelphia Social at The Bike Stop, helping to foster vibrant, inclusive spaces in his home city.  Always curious and community-focused, he brings a deep sense of intentionality to every dynamic and scene, grounded in service, exploration, and consent.  He follows and teaches the principles of R.A.C.K. (Risk-Aware Consensual Kink) and is a passionate advocate for Safe Spaces where people can show up authentically, access kink education, and explore their desires without shame.

In service to the wider community, Keron has served as Tally Master for the Maryland Leather Contest, the inaugural Keystone PA Leather Contest, and Volunteers Coordinator for the Northeast Pet Handler (NEPAH) Contest.  He has proudly helped raise funds abd secure sponsorships for events like NEPAH and the Northeast Leather Contest, keeping the heartbeat of out events strong and accessible.  Known for his kind heart, steady presence, and dedication to tradition with a fresh perspective, Keron represents a newgeneration of service-driven leaders bringing thoughtful innovation into the Leather community.  he is fucking proud to be a man who wears leather corsets-because hinoring tradition and breaking molds aren’t opposites.

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JIM COLEMAN

My humble beginnings span a decade and a half where I on these sacred grounds of the Douglas Dunes achieved the designate of 2010 Mr. Michigan Leather.  After an insightful year of chaos and debauchery, fate bestowed upon me the title of 2011 Michigan Leather Boy.  From there, the leather tides swept me to the shores of GLLA to the honor of 2012 Great Lakes Leather Boy.  The leather circuit occupied my life for three consecutive years,, during which I met my husband, Bob Johnson, discovered myself, and decided I would never run for a contest ever again.  After that, the co-founding of the Michigan Band of Brothers and The Mavericks Leather Social Group were a mere walk in the park.  These days, solemness consumes by being and the smell of the lamp has permeated my sewing, but alas, with great honor and humility, I present myself, Jim Coleman, as a return to previous graces to the useful employment and service of this year’s Mr. Michigan Leather 2026.

JOSH FORTUNA

TIGER

Tiger ONYX (HE, HIM, HIS) is a non-specific Gender Queer Rebel that is a vibrant tapestry of activism, authenticity, and boldness. highlights of his journey representing Michigan’s Leather Community include Michigan Leather Pride boy 2024, former ONYX Great Lakes Councilor of the ONYX National Council, former President of the Michigan Band Of Brothers, alumni member and Past President of the Great Lakes Chapter of ONYX, a member of the Black Bear Brotherhood in Detroit, and has previously held the titles of Mr. Michigan Leather 2020, Liberty Leather All-Star, and Mr. Liberty Leather 2019. 

Through visibility and participation, Tiger has fostered various connections within the Leather community and is affectionately known as “Michigan’s Favorite Cum Kitty, The Protector of the Michigan Pups, The Ultimate Bear Snack, The Honeydripper, the Olivia Pope of ONYX Great Lakes” and other terms of endearment from various Michigan Leather clubs and organizations. 

Tiger creates good trouble within the Great Lakes LGBTQIA+ community by tackling current issues centered around the increased need for positive BIPOC representation, HIV/AIDS Care Services, Inclusion/Exclusion stigma, Body/Identity Positivity, Transformative Change, Community Engagement, and General Bad-assery.

WALTER BEAR

With a heart full of service and a backside that’s taken more beatings than a brat at a flogging demo, I have proudly served as Mr. Michigan Leather 2025.  A self-identified power bottom with a passion for connection, community, and a healthy dose of consensual chaos, he’s never met a flogger he didn’t flirt with.  Walter enjoys a good CBT scene.  Whether it’s e-stim, leather worship, or being tied up in both duty and rope, his title year has been about showing up authentically, over the top, loving loudly, and making space for others to shine.  As he steps aside, he does so with gratitude, laughter, and a promise that his wgo will, in fact, only get larger in Wuzzyland.