Doug began his career in the US Air Force, brandishing a guitar and homemade costume, by began winning the annual Air Force talent contest with his amazing rendition of the King of Rock n Roll. He won 11 First Place trophies in just 4 years of competitions in multiple categories such as Male Vocalist, Comedian and even Master of Ceremonies. Shortly after leaving the service, he entered the Worldwide Elvis Impersonators contest at Bad Bob’s Vapors in Memphis Tennessee, walking away with the First Place Crown as, “The World’s Best Elvis Tribute Artist.” Subsequently, after a successful audition, he joined the famous Las Vegas tribute Show “Legends in Concert” and worked with them for 7 years.