Outgoing, gracious and energized, Brooks Alldredge has a natural curiosity and likes to get to know people. Born in Fresno, California, Brooks grew up in the San Joaquin Valley where he discovered a love of books, learning and good conversation. He enjoys mountaineering, climbing, skiing, white water kayaking and marathon running. Brooks and his wife Terri, an optometric physician, live in Albuquerque, New Mexico.