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From John Rodgers, N3MSE

Allow me to introduce myself I am John Rodgers, N3MSE Section Manager for Western Pennsylvania. I would like to offer my endorsement of Phil Theis, K3TUF as a successor to Eric Olena. I have met Phil and talked to him on a couple of occasions and I believe he has the knowledge and ability to succeed Eric. His is active on the air and has a solid technical background. I would ask you to support Phil in his candidacy for EPA Section Manager.
John N3MSE

From Rick Rosen, K1DS

I have known Phil Theis, K3TUF, for the past ten years through our radio club and from working together with him on various projects, meetings and conferences related to amateur radio. His ham radio career is long and complete with all types of communication activity, including HF bands, DX, FM and repeaters and VHF, UHF and microwave activity. Phil is on the air almost daily and is very active in many of the on-the-air contests. He has qualities that make him an excellent candidate for Section Communications Manager based on his experience, technical knowledge, communications skills and social savvy. He has been a liaison to the ARRL for our club for many years and is on a first name basis with the majority of the ARRL leadership, including our current and most recent presidents. He travels throughout the region to many of the radio club activities and has made presentations on a number of technical and communications topics. He has presented several talks to regional conferences on the frontiers of radio technology. His XYL, Claire, is also a licensed amateur and she is also an active participant in many of the same activities with him. He has the time, energy, capability and know-how to support the hobby and the efforts of the ARRL, regional radio-related activities and individual licensees. I fully endorse him, without reservation, for the SM position.
Rick Rosen, K1DS

From John Jaminet, W3HMS

Phil, K3TUF, is a really gung-ho radio amateur in so many phases of our hobby. His enthusiasm is infectious to say the least. He recognizes and appreciates our tradition rich past yet aggressively embraces and implements modern technology in his station. He leads by example, technical competence, and just plain old enthusiasm. As a Rover, I have been pleased to work him so many times on 50 MHz, 144 MHz, 222 MHz, 432 MHz, 903 MHz, 1296 MHz, 2304 MHz, 3456 MHz, 5760 MHz, 10,368 MHz and finally 24,192 MHz.
John Jaminet W3HMS CAPT SC USNR RET

From Bob McGwier, N4HY

I have known Phil for years as friend, amateur radio operator, experimenter, fellow Packrat VHF/UHF Society member, serious contester, fellow Flex Radio enthusiast, aid in starting the High Performance SDR activity and much more. I want to recommend Phil to you as your section manager. You will never find another who will work as tirelessly and thoughtfully for your section. He is invariably thoughtful and positive and will be a fantastic person to manage your section for the ARRL.
Bob McGwier, N4HY
Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Virginia Tech

From Len Martin, N3NGE

I have known Phil for about 14 years first making his acquaintance via a 23CM SSB contact from his station in FN10, a rare grid (at the time) for UHF weak signal activity. Phil is an avid radio amateur who has perused an extensive range of activities and modes on all bands from 160Meters to 24GHz inclusive. He is constantly expanding his technical knowledge and operating skills while continually home-brewing and experimenting with everything from software defined radio to rotating towers. It is clear to me that Phil understands amateur radio in the broadest sense and can fully represent the interests and concerns of the ham community. Professionally Phil is and has been a manager, a technical leader, an instructor and he is an entrepreneur. He has the skills, experience and business acumen to guide and promote the activities inherent to position he seeks as our representative within the ARRL.
It is my pleasure to endorse Philip Theis for EPA Section Manager.
Len Martin N3NGE

From Herb Krumich, K2LNS

Gentlemen,
We finally have a true ham at our doorstep, reaching out for a position with our community in mind. Not only is Phil an extremely intelligent person, but one with much needed common sense that is missing at times. He is a very active ham with many projects being completed. His primary love is the VHF bands through very high microwave frequencies. He is also active on the lower bands. Phil is very active with the Pack Rats out of the Philadelphia area. He has been giving speeches at other clubs meetings also. Phil is prepared to bring ham radio into the next decade with our vote. We need someone in this position to be an active supporter of many areas of the hobby. Phil is the guy. He will gladly visit your club's meeting, and fill a void for your program of the month. This is your chance to elect a person that can further our hobby. Don't let his enthusium subside. My vote is going for Phil Theis.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Herb K2LNS
Station mgr for the WA2FGK VHF contest station
Murgas ARC Treasurer

From Alan Donziger, N3AD

I first met Phil when I guest operated at N3NGE in VHF-UHF contests. Phil was the guy just to the west of us who always had a big single op score. We would sometimes talk during slow times. Since then, I’ve gotten to know Phil and Claire socially and as Phil became more active on the HF bands and in the Frankford Radio Club. Phil has built a first class station that includes all the VHF+ bands from 6 meters to a few centimeters (well maybe not literally) and all HF bands from 160 to 10 meters. While some of us have narrow ham radio interests – mine is HF contesting – Phil’s interests are much broader including community service, educational programs, and emergency communications. As an active ham for over a half century and a Life member of ARRL, I have a strong interest in the continued success and growth of our hobby. ARRL represents all of us in this endeavor. To do this strong leadership is needed. Phil/K3TUF is such a leader. I am pleased to endorse Phil for EPA Section Communications Manager.
Alan Donziger, N3AD

From Chris Bunting, N3FYI

Phil has been a critical pillar in our local amateur community for more years than I have been around. His vast technical knowledge, and experience in the hobby makes him an excellent fit for the job of EPA Section Manager.
Chris Bunting, N3FYI
Lancaster County ACS Officer

From Joe Lockbaum, WA3PTV

I would like to say that Phil, K3TUF is a very Active and helpful Ham radio operator. He is involved in a VHF and Up Net on Monday nights in the Eastern part of PA. He is also an avid contester in the VHF and Up contests sponsored by the ARRL. He has built up a fine base station, HF up to at least 10 GHz. He also is building up a rover station for the 10 GHz and Up contest. When making contacts during contests, He is patient and is always ready to move up the bands to make contacts before moving onto other stations. I have worked him many times over the years during the VHF and Up contests (6 meters to 10 GHz) from my rover station. He is Always ready to give good advice when asked, and is always ready to listen to people when they have questions and/or suggestions. He has given technical presentations at club meetings in his area. Phil is a self starter who when laid off from his former employment, jumped in and started his own business. I believe Phil would make an excellent Eastern PA Section Manager.
Joe Lockbaum, WA3PTV/Rover
ARRL/ VEC, VE team member

From John Thompson, K3MD

I heartily recommend Phil Theis, K3TUF, as a successor to Eric Olena. I have known Phil 9 years while contesting with him at the Mt. Airy VHF Club W3CCX June contest site in the Poconos. Phil is very balanced and technically proficient. He is good at conflict resolution. He has shown leadership ability in antenna parties, FD-like activities, and the like. He is a dual member of the Mt. Airy VHF Radio Society and the Frankford Radio Club, both highly respected radio clubs. I personally have worked closely with him on the use of logging programs at W3CCX. He has the enthusiasm and drive needed to guide our EPA section into the 2010-2020 decade. This is not an easy task!
John W. Thompson MD(ret) K3MD
Pres. Susquehanna Valley ARC

From George Gadbois, W3FEY

I support Phil Theis, K3TUF, for the position of EPA Section Emergency Coordinatior. Phil is a highly technically competent Amateur active on all bands from HF to microwaves. His award winning contest scores prove his operating ability under high pressure conditions.

Phil has long been an advocate for club organizations to support Amateur activities in general and emergency communications when needed. His industry contacts from many years in computer networking are very valuable resources.

Phil has provided test equipment and expertise to aid in a nasty pager interference problem at the Ephrata Community Hospital. The source of the interference was easily identified. The steps required to suppress the interference to a level allowing efficient emergency communications was more difficult.

George Gadbois, W3FEY

From Roger Rehr, W3SZ

Phil, K3TUF, is an outstanding leader, team member, teacher, friend, and advocate for Ham Radio. He is smart, hard working, enthusiastic, tenacious, creative, and pragmatic. I cannot think of anyone who would make a better Section Manager.
Roger Rehr W3SZ

From Michael Davis, KB1JEY

You could not ask for a friendlier or more helpful person in a position of ARRL leadership than Phil Theis, K3TUF. Phil’s range of interests span HF contesting, weak-signal VHF/UHF/microwave, legacy radio gear, and digital radio technology. In addition to being knowledgeable about amateur radio and extremely skillful in technical matters and contesting, I have never known Phil to back away from a request for his help.
I also know that Phil is intensely interested in the well-being of our hobby and the health of the ARRL. As Phil himself has stated, you WILL see him in person, on the air, and can count on Phil representing our interests to the ARRL. I heartily endorse Phil for Eastern PA Section Manager.
Michael Davis KB1JEY

From Steve Sussman, W3BGN

I've known Phil since the early 70's and he has a proven record of service to the Amateur community. I recommend him for the EPA Section Manager because he can spread enthusiasm and energy in what we do that is greatly needed in times like this. Vote for Phil.
Steve Sussman, W3 Bravo Golf November

From Bob Griffiths, NE3I

I am happy to lend to you my support for the position of Section Manager. I think that support and liaison with local amateur radio clubs is one of the most important aspects of the Section Manager position. Your diligent, balanced and knowledgeable style of leadership will be well suited for this important role.
Bob Griffiths, NE3I, Emergency Coordinator, Montgomery County

From Eric Olena, WB3FPL

I most heartily support Phil, K3TUF in his candidacy for Section Manager of the Eastern Pennsylvania Section. Phil is knowledgeable in technical matters and emergency communications. Phil's leadership is a good match for the needs of the Section. Please consider Phil Theis, K3TUF, as your selection for Section Manager of the Eastern Pennsylvania Section.
73,
Eric D. Olena, WB3FPL
EPA Section Manager