Reign III
Emperor III - Joseph Brumley The Emerald Eyed Falcon of th Desert The Spirit of the Coyote Legend of the Phoenix Joseph has been actively involved in the Phoenix Community for the last 17 years. He and Bob Fernie founded People of Alternative Lifestyles at Phoenix College, he was one of the founders and twice past president of the Phoenix boys of Leather, a member of the Arizona Power Exchange, Mama’s Family and the Imperial Court of Arizona. Joseph is extremely active in his community, organizing and participating in events too numerous to list here. He spends his work days as the Manager of Operations and Creatives for staff development for a fast growing company with over 15,000 employees. He believes in learning from the good and the bad experiences and believes if you’re not having fun, you’re just not doing it right.			Empress III - Justice Prevails The Blood Red Moon of the Desert The Dark Fire Legend of the Phoenix Born and raised in New York City Justice moved to Phoenix in 2003. She has been actively involved in the BDSM Community for over 20 years and is probably best known for her artwork, stylish couture and as hostess for countless themed dungeon parties. She served as Princess Royal I for the Imperial Court of Arizona and is a member of APEX where she assists with Orientations. She is known for her “can do” attitude and is always willing to jump in and help out.
Prince Royale - CJ Whittmer			Princess Royale - Jagi Joseph A. Gaxiola (aka JaGi) was born and raised here in AZ. At the tender age of 20 Joseph moved to San Diego. In 1992, he became involved with the LGBTS (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and straight) Band of San Diego, where he eventually became one of its producers and in charge of fundraising for the band. He also became involved with the Imperial Court de San Diego in 1995, during Reign XXIV (Emperor Toni Puente and Empress Maya). By the end of Reign XXVI (Emperor Randy Abatangelo and Empress Fifi) JaGi received San Diego's most valued title for non-elected members who's participation is far above the norm: Her Imperial Highness, The Golden Phoenix Crown Princess for Life. In 1997, JaGi began producing one of the most successful camp drag shows in San Diego at The Hole. In 8 years, JaGi's troup of camp performers raised over $10,000 dollars for various Southern California charities. In 2004, Joseph decided to move back home to Phoenix to be closer to family. Joseph now works for his family's medical billing agency as an accountant in Chandler, AZ. Thanks to Grand Duke Gaby and Grand Duchess Sandy, JaGi joined the Imperial Court of AZ. She is thrilled to be back with the Court and is looking forward to helping out as much as she can with the court and its membership.
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Grand Duke - Pam Berger			Grand Duchess - Sandy LaFrance Sandy hails from Escondido, California, and moved to Phoenix in 1980. She has two children who are all grown up and are living on their own! Yippie! Sandy has been active in the Arizona BDSM community for the past 12 years, holding many positions in various groups. Sandy is Co-founder of the Arizona Women of Leather (AWOL), and currently sits on the board of directors (and has since the inception). Sandy was the first of the AWOL sisters to serve as Ms. AWOL. Sandy also held the office of Secretary for Arizona Power Exchange (Apex) for 2 years after the incorporation to a 501© 7 organization, and held the office of Co-President for 2 of the 5 years she was on the board. She currently sits on the board of Directors of Southwest Leather Pride weekend and is one of the co-producers of same. Sandy currently has been honored with the title of Grand Duchess Reign II and is excited to be involved in the Arizona Imperial Court again. Sandy is looking forward to seeing old friends and in making new ones.
Duke - Ray Shapiro I am a native of Minnesota. I was introduced to the International Court System. in 1980 when I was crowned Princess Royal III of Dallas. I was active there until I moved back to Minneapolis in 1987. Since moving to Phoenix in 1993 I have been an active member since Reign II. I'm proud to be of service to their majesties, Joseph and Justice, in Reign III.			Duchess - Regina Gazelle I'm the Founder/Director of an all transgender halfway house, non-profit organization. It's called "This is H.O.W.", the first in the state of Arizona. In addition to the transgender women I have supported, I have held several community orientated titles such as Miss Originality 2000, Miss Gay Glendale and Miss National Capital Cities and have traveled, performed and spoken on issues important to our community across the country. I've started an AA meeting for the Community Church of Hope and I'm frequently asked to speak to AA, NA and other groups on transgender issues. I am part of a T-Girls Vision, which is an all transgender support group at the Community Church of Hope. We meet once a week to discuss issues that concern a transgender's everyday life. I have raised more than $40,000 in fundraisers for the non-profit organizations within the communityI am pleased and honored to be a part of the Imperial Courts
Marquis - William Trainer Originally from Texas, Will has a history of service to the community. He was a founding Director and Treasurer of Bay Area Habitat for Humanity. He organized and led the first blitz home build in the Bay Area. Will served as the director of outreach programs for Clear Lake PC, leading the growth of an orphanage in Merida and a clinic in Cancun as well as supporting several other local outreach programs. While serving in the jungles of the Yucatan he designed a water distribution system for a farm supplying food to a summer camp serving underprivileged youth. Will is a member of Arizona Men of Leather, Seattle Men of Leather, the Human Rights Committee, and the Rain Country Dance Association. He is a titleholder from the leather and lineal communities in Texas and is ordained in a mainline Protestant denomination. Will takes pleasure in raising his fifteen year-old son who lives with him in Cave Creek. Professionally, Will recently managed a 100M$ global industrial service business for a Fortune 100 company. He has formed a corporation to help ensure a better quality of life for our elderly and their families by providing dependable and affordable in-home care. Will is working on that venture to get it up and running as a world-class enterprise. Will is honored and humbled by the opportunity to serve the Imperial Sovereign Empire of Arizona. He has a high “say/do” ratio and his motto is “Anything worth doing is worth doing with style.”			Marquessa -Open
Count - Don Burns Don was born and raised in Kansas City, and moved to Phoenix in 1993. He has worked as a paralegal for eighteen years, and started law school at the Phoenix School of Law in 2006. He joined the Imperial Court during Reign II, due to meeting JaGi, and almost immediately became the unofficial court photographer. Don owns a photography business (www.aroundphoenix.com) and has been taking photos professionally for more than a decade now. He lives and works in both the Prescott and Phoenix			Countess -Sherri Lynn Bill VanTassell {A.K.A Sherri Lynn} was born and raised in Binghamton, NY. In 1988, Bill moved to Rochester, NY where he became involved in various organizations. Such as The Rochester Rangers. A non-profit organization who held fundraisers for other organizations. Also, Bill became a NYS marriage ambassador in 2005. Bill has been involved in many choirs and enjoy singing in groups. He is a member of Gentle Shepard Metropolitan Community Church. Bill continues to look for ways to help out the community. In 1991, Bill moved to San Francisco, CA where he was introduced to The Imperial Court for the first time. Bill soon became good friends with members of the court and helped out at several functions. In 2007, Bill moved to Phoenix and joined the court during the 2nd reign.
Stephen Bloom - Imperial Commander of the Leather Guard, the Talons of the Phoenix, Protector of the Emerald and Onyx Thrones Born in 1963, Stephen is a gay leatherman and holds the titles of Mr. padlock Leather 2001, padlock Leathersir 2002, Marquis, Reign I, Prince in Reign II of the Imperial Court of Arizona. Stephen was proud to serve as Local Co-Chair and Director of Marketing for Leather Leadership Conference-IX, and was awarded the Rocky Mountain Region Pantheon of Leather XV Award. He served as Treasurer on the Board of Directors of the Arizona Power Exchange (APEX), Treasurer, and Vice President to the Universal Brotherhood of the Leatherlords (UBL), is the founding member and past President of the Arizona Men of Leather (AML). His involvement also includes assisting with the production of many other local and regional Leather contests and events, fundraising for local charities, community graphic designer, and educating and presenting lifestyle demonstrations in the community. Stephen and his husband Alan have been together since 2001, and his boy Joe has been collared to him since 2002.			Ebony - Imperial Crown Princess for Life
Lords of the Court			Ladies of the Court
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Proclamations

The Imperial Leather Guard, the Talons of the Phoenix
Ebony - Imperial Crown Princess for Life
FOO-manitarian Award
Crowns for a Cause
Ancestral Courts included in Arizona's Protocol

Grace & Favors

Out of State - Ambassadors to Reign III - Steve Lafata & Jennifer Carroll
In-State - Ambassadors to Reign III - Michael Gaffney & Julie Craig
The Over the Top, Liberace Beware, Keepers of the Bling - Liz St. James & Jeff Muir

The Imperial Playground - Cellblock
The Imperial Hideaway- The Clarendon's C4
The Imperial Dungeon - APEX
The Imperial Bistro - Harley's
The Imperial Couturier - Off Chute Too
The Imperial Family's Sunday After Meeting Stop - The Rock
Purveyor of Potent Potables and Printables - April Peterson (BUD LITE)
The Imperial Meeting House - Church of Hope