“With the global webcam revenue in the billions each year, there is definitely money to be made,” said Nightwood. “But there is more competition than ever before, and standing out amongst a sea of similar creators offering similar content has become increasingly challenging.

“This is why these seminars – and the YNOT Cammunity itself – are so important to the health and well-being of our industry… there’s strength in sharing ideas and support with our peers who value growing our businesses and brands, and helping each other to thrive going forward.”

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After getting her first taste of computer skills and creating her first user profile at age 5, Nightwood learned coding languages and ran an eBay business with her parents, and by age 12, she was posting YouTube product demos and selling computer security packages for extra cash. During college, where she earned a degree in Neuropsychology, she joined OnlyFans to earn money while plotting her next entrepreneurial move.