What does PEIA do for others?

Provides assistance to worthy causes and charities such as:
Special Olympics
Humane Societies
Muscular Dystrophy,
Community Projects and many others,
Benevolent Fund for Active Members in need
Assures clients of professional, and dependable Entertainers.

Purposes:
The recognition of Professional Entertainers status.
The Promotion of fellowship

Aims:
The advancement of Elvis Presley's music and Style throughout the world The promotion of musicianship, and professional image
The development of a true bond of friendship

*I have an obligation to all associations, groups, and businesses who purchase my entertainment services, and to provide those services in a professional and ethical manner.

*I have an obligation as an Elvis Impersonator in all my personal, business, and social contacts, to be conscience of my image and what I represent and to conduct myself accordingly.

*I will provide leadership and direction in continuing the music and style of Elvis Presley while lending strength and direction to the growth of the activity as a great world-class entertainment media in "continuing the legacy of Elvis Presley."

*I will strive for achievement, practice Integrity, and follow the goals of the PEIA
*I will respect the dignity of all persons and members; therefore I will not physically, mentally, psychologically, verbally abuse, or slander other performers or members.
*I will neither use nor support the use of illegal drugs; I will neither abuse nor support the abuse of alcohol.
*I will respect my property and the property of others; therefore, I will neither abuse or tolerate the abuse of property.
*I will meet my PEIA financial obligations in a timely manner.
*I will challenge all my fellow members to abide by these Ethical Expectation and will confront those who violate them.

 

The structure of PEIA emanates from Executive Board of Directors that is the supreme ruling body for the association. Major decisions are made at meetings held by the board and through conference calls, All of the members are represented at the meeting, The board of directors consist of Elvis Impersonators, Agents, Producers and other professionals in the field

Members will abide by the PEIA Creed
Members will abide by the decisions of the board of directors.
Members will abide by the Code of Ethics.
Members will support as many functions and events as possible by attendance or volunteer work

I. Purpose

The board of directors shall establish policy for all affairs and shall direct all operation so that PEIA shall:
Be a part of the professional Entertainment community,
promote high standards of professionalism,
demonstrate responsible discipline with justice, and
promote financial responsibility and stability.

II. Responsibility

The Board of Directors shall be responsible directly to the chairman and shall function in accordance with the statues and general rules in the Code of Ethics.
The Board of Directors may delegate administrative and executive responsibility and carry out its function through the President/Vice President with the approval of the chairman.

III. Board Members

The board of directors shall consist of the following:

President - Oversees meetings, membership needs and benefits.
Vice President - Helps support operations and membership drives.
Secretary - Takes minutes of meetings and organizes newsletters.
Treasure - In charge of fund raisers, balancing and use of funds.

IV. Officers

The board of directors shall select its president from among its active members.
A member of the board shall be elected by the Board members as the Vice Chairman.

V. Judicial Responsibilities

The Board will review and render decisions on discipline action or termination of membership for said violations.

The Board shall report the action of such cases to the violating member in question in a formal letter, signed by no less than three Board Members.

Appeals from decisions of the board will be heard at Board meetings before rendering a decision.

/ Founder Johnny Thompson

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