PITTSFIELD, Mass. — 1Berkshire announced that The Fairbank Group has been selected to receive the 2024 Putting the Berkshires on the Map honor in recognition of the meaningful contribution they and their businesses have made to the Berkshire economy. 

 

This recognition will be presented at the 11th annual Celebrate the Berkshires event on Sept. 19 at Pittsfield Municipal Airport.

 

"We are thrilled with the selection of The Fairbank Group as this year's Putting the Berkshires on the Map honoree. Their consistent annual impact as a primary driver of visitor activity in our region's shoulder seasons, as well as acting as a key destination in summer months, is well deserving of this honor," Jonathan Butler, CEO of 1Berkshire said. "They consistently receive national PR and honors within the industry received through their technology innovation. Beyond that, the work and leadership within our community from both Brian and Tyler Fairbank throughout their careers, and their Fairbank Foundation, is something that we all certainly feel. 1Berkshire is proud to celebrate them next month."

 

The Fairbank Group, headed by the father-son team of Brian and Tyler Fairbank, is driven to build things to last – not only businesses, but the relationships and partnerships that stand behind them. Since 2008, The Fairbank Group has been expanding its eclectic portfolio of businesses. This portfolio includes three resorts—Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort, Cranmore Mountain Resort, and Bromley Mountain Ski Resort—and real estate development at all three resorts, in addition to a renewable energy development company, EOS Ventures, and two technology companies, Snowgun Technology and Bullwheel Productions.

 

"Being the Putting the Berkshires on the Map honoree means so much to us at The Fairbank Group," said Brian Fairbank, chairman. 

 

"This region is our home and we are incredibly proud to contribute to it. We would like to thank 1Berkshire for this honor. Together, we’re shaping a future where the Berkshires shine brighter than ever," said Tyler Fairbank, CEO.

 

Whether it is providing families a place to connect by experiencing its mountain resorts, teaching kids self-confidence through learning to ski and ride, building a more sustainable future through renewable energy development, creating career opportunities for employees, or contributing to the communities in which it operates and serves, the purpose of The Fairbank Group entities go far beyond that of a profit motive and is intrinsically align with the Berkshire Blueprint. Their mission is to be the best in any industry they are involved in, and to enhance the lives of the people they touch while doing so, stated a press release.   

 

Join Brian, Tyler and their team on Sept. 19 at Pittsfield Municipal Airport for Celebrate the Berkshires to see the Fairbank Group receive this honor. At this event 1Berkshire will also recognize the 2024 Berkshire Trendsetter Finalists; they will be announced soon. 

 

Tickets available at https://1berkshire.com/events/celebrate-the-berkshires