Reign I
Steve LaFata - Emperor I The Soul and Fire of the Phoenix Steve, one of the two Co-founders is from West Islip NY. Born in Astoria Queens, Steve moved to the area after a Christmas visit to his parent's home in Mesa in 1983. After several years of living back and forth between Denver and Phoenix, he settled permanently in 1998. With a background in Banking and Customer Service, he is currently and happily employed with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Arizona in the Federal Claims processing unit. Steve loves to cook, work out, relax and watch movies and you can nearly always find him out and about the city of Phoenix. He is currently single and enjoying the chance to do some self exploration. Steve has volunteered for many years with many different groups starting with the Colorado AIDS Project and was with the Rocky Mountain Empire for their 18th through 22nd reign. He believes that to volunteer is to be a part of the solution to help those who truly need it. "To me, to be a great person is to sacrifice your time to help others..."			Jennifer Carroll - Empress I The Leather and Lace Legend of the Phoenix Born in Killeen TX, the Arizona Courts Co-founder came to Phoenix 3 years ago with his career in student educational funding. Having received his BA from Howard Payne University, he has been involved with the court system for over 15 years and has been a driving force in organizations in both Texas and New England. Joe feels that volunteering is important because in many instances, federal agencies do not have the time, manpower or resources to help those who can no longer help themselves, that volunteers can take up the slack so that some do not get left out. In his spare time, he enjoys bowling, hiking, biking and swimming. Mr. Kunkel, or Ms, Carroll, as the case may be, is currently single but would love to be in another relationship some day.
Don Hilton - Prince Royale Sir Don Hilton is an active member in the Leather community. His affiliations include being a founding member of Arizona Men of Leather (AML) and a former Southwest LeatherSir title holder 2005. His most recent appointment is the Board of Directors of the Imperial Court of Arizona whereby he now holds the title of Vice President and Prince Royal. His charity work traverses a great spectrum from local charities to international no charity is too small or too large. Prince Don looks forward to many rewarding years and experience within the court not to mention all the charity work that is yet to come.			Justice Prevails - Princess Royale 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 is currently serving as Princess Royal 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.
Joseph Brumley - Prince Joseph aka boy Joe is actively involved in the Leather lifestyle and is the proud and happy boy of Stephen Bloom. He was one of the founders and past president of the Phoenix boys of Leather, a member of the Arizona Power Exchange, Mama’s Family and the Imperial Court of Arizona. He currently serves as Prince Joseph for the Imperial Court and was padlock leatherboy 2003. 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 Creative Services for staff development for a fast growing company with over 15,000 employees. He tends to dive head first into everything that he does (sometimes without looking first), believes in learning from the good and the bad experiences and believes if you’re not having fun, you’re not doing it right.			Tiffany Rose - Princess Over the last 20 years or so of being an entertainer in the gay community, I’ve participated in many, many fundraisers. During my own stint as Miss Gay Glendale 1996/97, I did 3 fundraisers for AZ Body Positive at JC’s Fun One. In the course of this, I had met several more experienced queens that told me stories of being a part of the International Imperial Court System from when they lived in other cities. During my time with this organization,we’ve raised money for Pediatric Aids for the Phoenix Children’s hospital, for Breast Cancer, for the gay youth of Arizona, and for AGAPE, a meal delivery service for people living with Aids. It has been a lot of hard work for the people involved in this group, even more than that, it has been fun! I have met some very wonderful new friends who have become part of my family. I have the opportunity to become reacquainted with friends from years past. The past nine months that my partner and I have been involved with the family of The Imperial Sovereign Court of Arizona have been very fulfilling for us. I am very proud to be a part of this family.
Gaby Tako Grand Duke			Sandy LaFrance Grand Dutchess
Duke			Lady Joy Dutchess
Wayne Young Baron			Dee Dee Deviant Baroness I grew up in Arizona and was introduced to the Court System back when Arizona had an Imperial Court 32 years ago and I helped with a lot of benefits then back stage. I moved to California in 1984 an got involved with the Imperial Court of San Jose, Ca. and found that the Imperial Court System was like a family who helped one another and did benefits for other Organizations and Individuals in need. I found this rewarding and a way to give back to the Community. Then I moved to Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas and by chance was invited to see how the Imperial Court of Fort Worth was like and totally enjoyed the friendliness of the people and decided to Join. I began doing Drag to perform and for 12 years put on shows and benefits for many Organizations and individuals to assist them in their needs. I became the Imperial Crown Princess for Life to the 16th Reign and carry that Title for Life. The Imperial Court System does not keep any of the money it raises for Charity and that was one of the main attractions for me and that I had a part in raising money to help others out and know that the monies went directly to that organization or individual.
Stephen Bloom - Marquis Born in 1963, Stephen is a gay leatherman and holds the titles of Mr. padlock Leather 2001, padlock Leathersir 2002 and Marquis, Reign I 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 is Treasurer on the Board of Directors of the Arizona Power Exchange (APEX), served as 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) and serves on the newly formed Arizona Leather Alliance (AzLA). 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 presenting lifestyle demonstrations and topics at both the padlock and Arizona Power Exchange.Stephen and his husband Alan have been together since 2001, and his boy Joe (Mama's padlock boy), has been collared to him since 2002.			Ashley Michaels - Marquessa Born in Washington, IA but raised outside of Portland, OR, Michael drove to Phoenix for an interview in March 1990, and didn't get the job, and didn't go home. Michael has been actively involved with the community since he arrived, primarily with the Arizona Gay Rodeo Association (AGRA) since 1992. He started as a volunteer, then as an entertainer as a country line dancer, then on to back stage manager for the last 16 rodeos. Michael has worked in the travel industry for 13 years, and enjoys travel. Favorite destinations include Key West and Costa Rica. "Helping others has never been difficult for me. I think my close relationship with mom built the foundation for proper manners, and always wanting to be polite, helpful, concerned for others, and wanting to do 'the right thing.'" Michael's hobbies are his cat Murphy, the computer, crafts, and cooking. "Dating? Oh hell No! I enjoy having many, many options.
Cris Cringle Count			Ms. Ebony Countess
Jeff Muir Don I was active in the Salt Lake court for 10 years. Was a member for the Utah Aids Foundation. I was raising money for many functions in Utah. Was also active in the USA Pageant system in Wisconsin. Moved to Phoenix, Az in the year of 2004 worked for Glendale Community Collage as a Career Counselor. I became a member of the MCC Church. Joined the Imperial Court to help my community. So come on down and join the Family.			Regine Dame Hi, I am Ray (aka Regine). I have been doing drag for the last 19 years in Texas and Oklahoma. In Texas I was in the Court as the Imperial Crown Princess. I moved to Tulsa, OK and was an employee of MCI Worldcom. I then moved to Phoenix in 2002 and was employed by Valle Del Sol where I was involved in Medication Management for behavioral health children. I became involved with the Imperial Court of Arizona to help my community. So come on down and have some fun with us!

Proclamations

Emperor’s Playground - The Bunkhouse
Empress’ Playground - The Rock
The Imperial Bistro - Friends Bar
The Monarch’s Gift Emporium - Lomaki
The Imperial Family’s Sunday After Meeting Stop - Charlie’s
Adviser to the Emperor and Empress - John Foley (FLAVAZ)
Moonshiner to Their Majesties - Derek Dolash (BUD LITE)
The Imperial Meeting House - Gentle Shepherd MCC