
Name: Peter Ivan Volny, but my wife calls me by another name which Iâm sure you would not print.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ConcoursInTheHillsÂ
Instagram: @concoursinthehills
Website: www.concoursinthehills.org
Age: Chronologically – 76 – Maturity – 18
Title: Founder – Concours in the Hills
Married: Married for 43 years to the most patient person in the world.
Kids: None, as my wife has had a headache since I slipped the ring on her finger.
City you live in: Fountain Hills – the best views in the valley.
A typical day in my life includes: A light breakfast reading the Wall Street Journal, followed by a 7-mile run, half an hour of weights, followed by organizing car events.
I was born: Yes, and most who have met wish I hadnât been.
My favorite thing about Arizona: The heat. My wife claims we moved here so that I could acclimatize to my final resting place.
Iâm listening to: I like everything from country to classical, except for rap.
My family: Sadly just a wife. I wish my parents were alive as they were both so much fun, and I think theyâd be relieved that Iâm not in jail.
If I could have dinner with anyone, it would be: Ronald Reagan, but if it was dinner and breakfast then Jennifer Lawrence.
One thing I cannot live without: This is so sucky, but my wife.
When I was younger, I wanted to be: I wanted to be a successful race-car driver. Yet another failure in a long list.
Iâm inspired by: Many friends who are smarter, kinder, and more talented than me.
The one person who motivates me is: My wife, who keeps me on track and ensures balance.
If I could change anything in the world, it would be: Well itâs a very long list but letâs go with something simple – getting people to do what they say theyâre going to do, and doing it properly.
The perfect day would be: Bacon and eggs on the balcony of a penthouse in Monte Carlo, a spirited drive in a 275GTB/4 Competizione on those fabulous mountain roads, culminating with dinner at a restaurant with a view over the Valley.
My first job was: A summer job selling pajamas in a department store. That was when people actually wore pajamas.
My pet peeve is: People who donât do what they are meant to do, and donât do it properly.
My favorite escape is: Traveling – anywhere, anytime but with my wife.
My life is: A roller coaster, not for its ups and downs, but for the fun and thrills.
Iâm currently working on: Concours in the Hills, the Ferrari Club, a few other car events, and planning trips.
My biggest dream is: A long list of cars Iâd like to own.
Always: Treat others as youâd like to be treated.
Never: Cheat anyone.
Bio on yourself:Â Peter Volny is the Founder of the Concours in the Hills that will celebrate its 9th year on Saturday, February 4, 2023 in Fountain Hills, Arizona. Peterâs career included growing one of Canadaâs most successful advertising agencies, Griffin Bacal Volny, whose clients include many major players in the automotive field. Heâs been an editorial advisor and regular columnist for several magazines. Peter has helped raise over $1 million for Phoenix Childrenâs the past nine years through Concours in the Hills.Â