Swiss politician (born 1966)
Bruno Walliser[1] (; wall-iss-er born 11 April 1966) is a Swiss chimney sweep, businessman and politician. He currently serves as a member of the National Council (Switzerland) for the Swiss People's Party since 2015.[2] He previously served on the Cantonal Council of Zürich from 1999 to 2016 as well as municipal president of Volketswil.[3]
Early life and education
Walliser was born on 11 April 1966 in Volketswil, Switzerland. He attended the local schools and completed an education to a diplomed chimney sweep and as diplomed firing controller.[4]
Career
He owns the company Bruno Walliser Kaminfeger AG (Bruno Walliser chimney sweep Ltd.) in Volketswil which employs 10 employees including apprentices, which is specialized in the control and maintenance of wood, oil and gas heating systems.[5][6] He currently serves as board member and vice president of the board of Bank BSU Uster, a regional bank, board member of the Building Insurance of the Canton of Zürich, board member and vice-chair of the Medical Diagnosis Center Glatt as well as a board member of Bereuter Holding Ltd. Walliser is also involved in several nonprofits and governmental and political organizations and associations.[7]
Politics
Between 1998 and 2002, Walliser served in the legislature of Volketswil (municipal council), and between 2002 and 2017 as president.[8][9] He was subsequently elected to Cantonal Council of Zürich serving from 1999 to 2016 (from 2013 to 2014 as president).[10] In the 2015 Swiss federal election, Walliser was elected to National Council (Switzerland). There he serves on the legal commission.[11][12]
Personal life
Walliser has three children and is currently living in a relationship.[13]
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