Brian Fairbank

Town: Hancock

Age: 56

Birth date: February 12, 1946

Birthplace: Jamestown, N.Y.

Occupation: CEO and president, Jiminy Peak.

How I would describe myself: High-energy visionary who strives to make a positive impact on his own business and community.

Current volunteerism, board memberships, etc.: National Ski Areas Association Immediate past chairman, moderator for the Town of Hancock, visionary committee member for the towns of Hancock and New Ashford.

Family: Divorced, newly engaged to Vikki Barber; two sons, Tyler and Ethan.

Education: Jamestown Community College, Cortland State University, N.Y., Harvard Business School, executive management.

Personal hero/role model: My partner Joe O’Donnell.

Why is this person a hero/role model to you?: Very bright, charismatic personality, responsive and interactive with everyone.

Personal achievement(s) of which you are most proud: Creation of Jiminy Peak as a year-round major resort, Josh Billings Iron Man five years in a row.

Personal quote/trademark expression: “Never give up, never give in.”

The best advice you can give someone: Don’t put stamps in the stamp book -- communicate with the person.

Most recent book read and author’s name: “Jack: Straight from the Gut,” by Jack Welch.

Favorite TV show: “CSI”

Pet peeve: People being late.

Hobbies/Interests: Skiing, golf, travel, biking, fun and laughing.