LEADERSHIP &
MEMBERS
Executive Committee
- International President:
Emperor Scott Seibert, Portland - International Chair:
Empress Emeritus Venus Dionus Murray, Puerto Rico & New York - International Vice President:
Emperor Ralph Farinella, Florida - International Second Vice President:
Empress Ms. Drew, Hamilton, Canada - Treasurer:
Royal Grand Duchess Sister Anni, Alameda Ducal - Corporate Secretary:
Emperor Steve O., Ogden - Corresponding Secretary:
Empress Truly Scrumptious St. James, Cincinnati
- Transgender Affairs:
Empress Ginger Redline Snap-Clemons, Cincinnati - Bylaws Chair:
Empress Danielle Logan, Hawaii - Member at Large:
Emperor Lorne Stelmach, Edmonton, Canada - Member at Large:
Past President Emeritus John Carrillo, San Francisco - Member at Large:
Empress Misty Blue, San Francisco - Member at Large:
Empress JenuWine Beaute, Portland - Member at Large:
Emperor Bobby Childers, Salt Lake - Member at Large:
Isaiah Screetch
Additional Honors
- Honored Advisor (KF1 of the Americas): Terri Sidie
- Chair of the International Scholarship: Educational Fund
Committees
- To be updated -
Empress Nicole the Great
Queen Mother I of the Americas
Nicole Murray-Ramirez
Nicole Murray-Ramirez, widely known within the Imperial Court System as Empress Nicole the Great, Queen Mother I of the Americas, became the organization’s international head after being anointed by the founder, José Sarria.
A longtime LGBTQ+ activist, humanitarian, and community leader, Murray-Ramirez has carried forward Sarria’s legacy by expanding the Court’s charitable impact across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Under her leadership, the Imperial Court System continues to raise millions for social services, civil rights causes, HIV/AIDS support, and community empowerment efforts, while preserving the rich history, pageantry, and activism that José Sarria established.
Her stewardship honors the past while guiding the Court boldly into its future.
CURRENT INITIATIVES
VOTE 2026
Make your #1 New Year’s resolution to register to vote for 2026! Your voice and your vote truly matter. Voting is one of the most powerful ways to influence change, protect your rights, and support your community. Join LGBTQ+ organizations and allies across the country in committing to voter participation, stand up, speak out, and make your vote count in 2026.
SHE NO DEAD
ICS 60th Anniversary Pre-Sale Special
Celebrate the legacy of the Imperial Court System with She No Dead, honoring the life of José Sarria. Known as Empress José I, Sarria was the first openly gay person to run for public office in the US. This book captures his voice, humor, and brilliance.
USNS HARVEY MILK
The “USNS Harvey Milk Lives!” campaign is a national initiative dedicated to honoring the legacy of civil rights icon Harvey Milk. Led by National Chair Nicole M. Ramirez, this campaign works to uplift Milk’s message of courage, authenticity, and service. The USNS Harvey Milk stands as a powerful symbol of equality, progress, and LGBTQ+ representation.