New IPOC Announced for Switzerland, Germany, and Austria
IDPA Headquarters is please to announce the appointment of Tamás Illés as International Point of Contact (IPOC) for the countries of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria, effective Nov. 26, 2024.
Tamás, originally from Kiskunhalas, Hungary, now resides in Zürich, Switzerland, and belongs to the IDPA Club Zürich there. The ESP Expert has been shooting IDPA since 2016. He says he was attracted to our sport because, “It requires self-discipline and attention to detail. It’s a good opportunity to learn new skills and have a good time with friends.”. His favorite thing about IDPA? “The community and friends.”
Tamás has a few plans for the future of his area. “I would love to help unite the region through better collaboration, aiming to create more opportunities for matches and involve a broader, more diverse group of participants.”
This new IPOC is employed as an IT Application Manager for the Lindt & Sprüngli (Schweiz) AG chocolate company and focuses on the application lifecycle, security, and user support. His spare time is spent with his wife and son, and in pursuit of his additional hobbies, including, “hunting, hiking, gastronomy, knife making, and sports in general.”
What things does Tamás want his new constituents to know about him? “I’m respectful, reliable, and precise, so you can always count on me to get things done accurately. I’m also easygoing and enjoy bringing a bit of humor to the table. I believe that a positive attitude makes collaboration smoother and more enjoyable, without compromising on quality.”
If you wish to reach out to Tamás, his email is: mr_illes@hotmail.com
