BURLINGTON BUZZ BY MIKE MORIN
Meet Brian
Boardman
h i c k o k & b o a r d m a n r e a lt y
Brian lives in Burlington.
Kiplinger’s Personal Finance lists 10 of the greatest places to live and has Burlington rated as number 2. Why is the city rated so highly? To start off, it is a beautiful city, architecturally and aesthetically, offering easy access to nature in what I like to call its “front and back yards.” In our front yard, we have a gorgeous lake with the Adirondacks as the backdrop. In the backyard, we have the Green Mountains and renowned resorts for enjoying winter. Our proximity to a major metropolitan area, beautiful Montreal, is a real bonus that many people don’t appreciate. On top of all that, we have a highly educated workforce fueled by the area’s colleges and universities, a world-class health care facility at FAHC, and outstanding arts and culture.
fortunate to live in Burlington and wake up each day looking forward to work. My challenge is balance. I tend to be a workaholic and am trying to balance work with family time, play, and my passion—travel!
Do you ever miss your days in the fast-paced world of currency trading on Wall Street? It was certainly an adjustment when my wife Brooks and I first moved here. I did miss the camaraderie of the trading desk and the international travel at first, but I quickly readjusted to life in my home state. My friends from Wall Street who come to visit are so envious of my lifestyle here. I love what I do and am so
What activities do you enjoy as a Vermont family? In the fall we put the boat away, then soon after we pull out the skis and snowboards and head into the “backyard” to hit the slopes! Year-round our family enjoys the vibrancy of downtown Burlington, whether it’s shopping, dining at a great restaurant, or taking in a fabulous show at the Flynn Performing Arts Center. w
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Which of your many nonprofit involvements is your greatest passion these days? I am partial to Fletcher Allen Health Care. Even with all the changes and transitions in health care, they continue to receive national awards and recognition for the quality of the care they provide. The hospital is recognized nationally for its cardiac care. My other soft spot is Spectrum Youth and Family Services. This organization is the safety net in our community for our at-risk and homeless youth.