IPOL History

Person of Leather: One title, one community

Founded in 2015 by Jazz, Mr. Andrew Love, and Master Tallon, the mission of the International Person of Leather is to promote and celebrate the diversity of Leather Culture throughout our Community.

The International Person of Leather will be selected on their ability to articulate their views, passions, and dedications and to make an impact in their communities. We expect the International Person of Leather to be a mentor, educator, role model and spokesperson throughout their title year and beyond. The International Person of Leather Contest is a celebration of the diversity in the Leather community and the title of International Person of Leather exists to promote that diversity. At International Person of Leather we say “One Title, One Community”. This reminds us that while IPOL is held by one person, the title is not just about individual recognition, but about lifting up the wider Leather family across identities, regions, and experiences. Each journey is unique, yet our true strength lies in unity, serving and celebrating one community together.

In 2022, the Founders of IPOL, Andrew Love, Master Tallen and Jazz, transferred ownership and production rights of the IPOL contest system to Tomo, naming Tomo as the new Owner.

Andrew Love, Master Tallen and Jazz, share with our community “We are thankful to find a home for IPOL at a strong and thriving event and know that with Tomo’s passion and skills as an Event Producer, the IPOL Title System will continue to thrive.”

“I have believed in the IPOL Title System and supported it for many years. Its mission speaks directly to SPLF’s own commitment: doing the work of building diversity in our community by hosting an event that is welcoming, accessible, relevant, and transformative. South Plains has always stood on the pillars of both Master/slave relationships and Leather traditions, and I am grateful to have IPOL as a part of the South Plains Family,” explains Tomo.