The man at the helm of one of the most dominant toy brands in modern adult retail sits down with SE to bring in a bit of daylight about the enigmatic company and their (rather huge) plans for the future.
(NOTE: This story appears in the April 2025 issue of SE Magazine)
Before the pandemic took our collective attention away all at once, the talk of the adult retail community surrounded the shock and awe of Satisfyer’s almost out-of-nowhere omnipresence. In what seemed like a coordinated frontal assault experienced through the bifocal forms of affordable product lines and savvy marketing, Satisfyer was at once, everywhere; but seen primarily in the form of Satisfyer’s flagship product, The Satisfyer Pro 2, an inexpensive clitoral-focused, pleasure utensil utilizing the company’s patented Air Pulse Technology. The response was immediate, chatter was had, with reorders plentiful but little was known about the actual company.
Triple A Group, the parent company of the Satisfyer namesake, is a German conglomerate in the segment of lifestyle products, known for its trendsetting devices and award-winning product designs. The group boasts that it currently delivers to over 80 countries, serves over 1,000 major customer accounts, and is represented in over 100,000 locations, both in the adult and mainstream retail sectors. The company operates from its German headquarters in Berlin and Bielefeld and through multiple locations around the globe, including Hong Kong, Kyiv, Miami, New York, Shenzhen, and Tbilisi.
The man overseeing this expansion is Sven Pelka. Since joining Triple A in 2020, Pelka has been pivotal in fueling the company’s growth and international footprint. Under his guidance, Triple A Group has transformed from a German-based company into a globally recognized industry leader. His strategic vision has resulted in the company’s brands being established as market leaders across various sectors.”Success in today’s market comes from understanding and anticipating customer needs better than anyone else,” mentions Pelka.
This philosophy drives his approach to overseeing the strategic direction of Triple A Group, managing day-to-day operations and spearheading initiatives to boost customer satisfaction and business performance. Before joining Triple A, Pelka honed his skills in strategy, commercial marketing, logistics, and procurement in large organizations, such as Adveo and Office Depot, where he was responsible for sales, marketing and procurement activities, delivering more than two billion in annual revenue.
SE: In the beginning, it felt like Satisfyer came out of nowhere with almost immediate, substantial growth and presence across adult retail. How many people does the company currently employ and how many stores — roughly— now feature your products on their sales floor?
Pelka: Satisfyer has experienced remarkable growth, evolving into the global leader in sexual wellness. Our products are featured in over 200,000 stores and drugstore chains, cementing our position as the largest player in the B2B sector globally. With a dedicated team of more than 750 employees across multiple global locations, we continue to drive innovation and expand our reach, ensuring that our products are accessible to customers everywhere.
SE: You recently acquired the well-known toy brand, FUN FACTORY. What was it about this particular company that made it attractive enough to come under the Triple A umbrella? How will you improve the brand and what has the feedback been like from retailers since the acquisition?
Pelka: FUN FACTORY has built an excellent reputation over the last three decades and is known for both high quality and innovation. Satisfyer and FUN FACTORY are among the strongest brands in their respective markets worldwide, serving different target groups. While other major players are now owned by Chinese investors, FUN FACTORY, along with Satisfyer, remains one of the few significant privately owned brands in this category. These commonalities were a deciding factor for us.
SE: How would you advise retailers to take advantage of the cross-pollination of the two brands in their stores, or would you prefer to see them as separate entities on the sales floor? How do you work with retailers on your brand building?
Pelka: We believe there is ample opportunity for retailers to benefit from the cross-pollination of the Triple A brands within their stores. With a broad customer base and an extensive product range, there is more than enough space for each brand to thrive independently while complementing each other. We do not foresee any delisting, as the diverse portfolio allows all brands to operate successfully in parallel.
Moreover, each brand will maintain its own distinct presence and identity through dedicated channels, ensuring that it remains autonomous and true to its core values. By collaborating closely with retailers, we support brand building by providing tailored strategies and resources that enhance visibility and foster strong customer loyalty.We actively support retailers by increasing margins for our partners and investing in existing stores—at our own expense. This allows us to bring the high-end monobrand store experience to already established sexual wellness shops. And the best part: We do not require any compensation or exclusivity. Our goal is to strengthen the entire industry and redefine the shopping experience for all customers.
— Sven Pelka, CEO of Satisfyer
SE: Satisfyer is considered one of the vanguards of air-powered pleasure devices. How do you maintain that reputation after all these years and what do you attribute the sustained success to? What innovations in air tech, or just technology in general, can we expect from Satisfyer in the near future?
Pelka: As the pioneers of Air Pulse Technology devices, we are committed to maintaining our leadership in the market by constantly innovating. This year, we are set to launch around 100 new products as a part of both the FUN FACTORY and Satisfyer brands. Our focus will be on leveraging our extensive portfolio of patents—over 150 that we have developed and acquired— to create groundbreaking new products. One exciting innovation will be the fusion of pressure wave technology with ‘Stronic’ technology, resulting in the ultimate pleasure device.
SE: Satisfyer products can be purchased in adult brick-and-mortar, through sites such as Amazon and in big-box retail stores. When many brands choose to only stick with adult stores, you have made a concerted effort to cover all bases with a heavy emphasis on B2C. How do you respond to adult retailers who may worry about that model?
Pelka: We understand the concerns of adult retailers, but our strategy is designed to benefit the entire industry. By expanding into various retail channels, including big-box stores, we create visibility and attract new customers who may not have previously explored our products. At the same time, we support our brick-and-mortar partners by enhancing their margins and investing in their existing stores, ensuring that all brands have the opportunity to thrive. Our goal is to strengthen the market as a whole and provide a fresh, welcoming shopping experience for all. In parallel, we adjusted the Satisfyer Pro 2 MSRP 1:1 to the Amazon price ($49.95) including a 60% margin for retailers.
SE: Some of your marketing material talks about reinventing our industry. How do you plan to do that? How do you envision the future of the pleasure product industry beyond financial investment, and how will Satisfyer play a key role in shaping it and what role do collaborations and media platforms play in this vision?
Pelka: We are investing $250,000,000 specifically in reshaping the perception of sexual wellness. Later this year, we will have a significant presence on leading streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, and HBO. The enhanced visibility will make the topic accessible to a broader audience.
SE: You also have made a concerted effort to invest in brick-and-mortar stores to the tune of half a billion dollars. That’s a huge commitment to our community.
Pelka: We actively support retailers by increasing margins for our partners and investing in existing stores—at our own expense. This allows us to bring the high-end monobrand store experience to already established sexual wellness shops. And the best part: We do not require any compensation or exclusivity. Our goal is to strengthen the entire industry and redefine the shopping experience for all customers. Apart from an increase in margins for brick-and-mortar retailers, prices will remain unchanged. However, starting in May, our products will be priced lower in physical stores than online ones. This addresses one of the biggest challenges in the industry—and we do so without diminishing retailers’ margins. Both in absolute and percentage terms, they will benefit from this change.
We are also investing $250,000,000 in improving the public perception of the industry – including partnerships with major streaming platforms. Another $500,000,000 will be invested in building 1,000 monobrand stores and 5,000 shop-in- shop systems in top locations. The first stores will open in Europe in May and in the USA in December. By the end of the year, there will be at least 50 monobrand flagship stores, and by the end of 2026, over 250.
— Sven Pelka, CEO of Satisfyer
SE: In your opinion what is the single biggest threat to your business and adult retail in general? How do you advise retailers to stay strong in such a tumultuous economic climate?
Pelka: A key challenge in our industry is that online customers typically already have experience with our products, while there are very few premium offline stores targeting new customer groups. Our strategy addresses this directly: we are opening exclusive stores in top locations with the highest rent prices in each city—right next to well-known brands like Apple. For example, in Barcelona, we pay €68,000 in rent per month, in Frankfurt €45,000, in Amsterdam €40,000, and in Miami, over $100,000 for a 3,840 square-foot space. These locations attract between 6,000,000 and 10,000,000 visitors annually, allowing for maximum visibility. Additionally, many existing stores no longer meet the expectations of younger buyers. By creating open, inviting concepts that prioritize lifestyle and a welcoming atmosphere, we are offering a completely new shopping experience. To sustainably transform the market, we are also investing $250,000,000 in improving the public perception of the industry – including partnerships with major streaming platforms. Another $500,000,000 will be invested in building 1,000 monobrand stores and 5,000 shop-in-shop systems in top locations. The first stores will open in Europe in May and in the USA in December. By the end of the year, there will be at least 50 monobrand flagship stores, and by the end of 2026, over 250. With this initiative, we are not only strengthening our brand but also the entire industry: the first 50 monobrand stores alone will directly engage around 450,000,000 people annually. This new visibility will exponentially drive the growth of the entire industry!
SE: It’s been hinted that something big will be unveiled at this year’s EroSpain. Can you provide us a little bit of information on what that could be and what retailers can look forward to from Satisfyer beyond the second quarter of 2025?
Pelka: We’ll be unveiling our groundbreaking strategy that will reshape the market. Beyond 2025, retailers can look forward to a series of exciting developments, including the opening of 1,000 monobrand stores and 5,000 shop-in-shop locations globally. With over $750,000,000 invested in reshaping public perception and expanding our retail presence, we’re set to revolutionize the industry and drive exponential growth. This added visibility will open up incredible opportunities for retailers to engage with an even broader audience.
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