Doc Johnson's own Chad Braverman and Scott Watkins were recognized at the 2015 XBiz Executive Awards show, honored with the Senior Leadership Award and Progressive Leadership Award, respectively.

The 2015 XBIZ Executive Awards ceremony was held at a special XBiz 360 executive dinner event in the penthouse of Hollywood's chic Andaz Hotel on January 14. The event celebrates individuals who have achieved outstanding success while acting as a driving force in the adult industry.

Scott Watkins, Doc Johnson's vice president of sales and marketing, said in his acceptance speech, "I just want to thank everyone here. You guys are all friends, so I'm truly honored to be recognized by my fellow colleagues that I respect so much. I want to thank the entire Doc Johnson team."

The Senior Leadership Award was among the event's highlights, with Doc Johnson founder Ron Braverman making a surprise appearance from behind the XBIZ Exec Awards stage to offer a special introduction for his son.

"When I was asked to be here I realized the real affirmation is giving this award to my son - to know that he is being recognized. Chad is really the face of the modern-day Doc Johnson. As many of said over the years, the packaging, the branding, the line are really the face of Chad."

In his acceptance speech, Doc Johnson COO Chad Braverman said, "I grew up in this industry with a lot of the people in this room tonight. Watching the adversity that my father faced along with the other pioneers of this industry instilled a lot in me, to work hard and take this company into the future. It's something that's near and dear to my heart and I will continue to fight hard for it."