Ron Fair

Ronald Fair is an American record producer, record executive, musical arranger, recording engineer and conductor. A traditional record producer since 1970, Fair is often credited with orchestral instrumentation in his productions of numerous hit songs. Furthermore, he has discovered and mentored prominent recording artists and led them to commercial breakthroughs—his mentees include Christina Aguilera, Vanessa Carlton, Keyshia Cole, Black Eyed Peas, Fergie, and the Pussycat Dolls. As an executive, Fair has held positions including chairman of Geffen Records, president of A&M Records, and was named the chief creative officer (CCO) of Virgin Records by 2014.