"A relationship is extremely important," says 34-year-old Ben. "No amount of success or luxury can make me truly happy unless I have someone to share it with." This 6'2" information technology professional, who recently designed and built his dream beach home in Southern California, enjoys sports, travel and foreign cultures. What makes this blue-eyed Taurus such a great catch? "I'm financially secure, I keep myself in good shape," says Ben, "and I'm ready to settle down." 

Born: Pensacola, FL

Resides: Hermosa Beach, CA 

Birthdate: 4-23

Sign: Taurus

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 200 lbs

Hair: Dark Brown

Eyes: Blue

Family: One brother

Status: Never married, no children

Education: BS University of Arizona

Occupation: Information Technology Professional - Director of product strategy

Nonsmoker 

... on HIMSELF

Ben is a man who ... "knows what he wants - and what he doesn't want."

Best Qualities: "Sincere, honest, affectionate and dedicated."

Strengths: "My intelligence and motivation."

Weaknesses: "Beautiful women."

What I see in myself that others may not see: "I am an extremely sensitive individual. Some things affect me very deeply, but I tend not to let others know it."

I've been known to ... "fly off to a foreign country on a moment's notice."

Interests: "All sports, travel and foreign cultures. I work out 2-3 times a week, play basketball, and go to movies."

Turn Ons: "A woman who can hold an intelligent conversation. Someone who can either get dressed up for a night on the town, but can also throw on a ball cap and go out for a beer with the guys."

Turn Offs: "Women who are always late because they spend two hours primping; people with negative attitudes, especially people who take pleasure in putting other people down, it's really annoying to me. They seem to get some personal satisfaction in making other people feel worse."

Special Talents: "I'm a great cook! I love to grill steak, lobster, and chicken. I can cook a mean lasagna. I like to cook a variety of things. Every once in a while I have to bust out the cookbook to try some new things. My grandmother is an excellent cook, I used to spend summers with her and help her in the kitchen."

And the winner is ... "I was athlete of the month once in high school."

15 minutes of fame: "I was the main guy in a music video when I was in college. I was also on the cover of a calendar. When I was in college I did some modeling. They did a college campus calendar. I was also in a country music video for Suzie Vargas."

Where I was born and my ethnic origin or ancestry: "I was born on a military base in Pensacola, Florida. My father was a pilot in the Navy. My family is almost entirely of German ancestry."

Travels: "I have lived all over the US and overseas. I have spent a significant amount of time in the Philippines, Germany and France."

Spirituality: "My family is Catholic, but I do not follow the religion that closely. I do go to mass on holidays and when spending time with my family."

Fashion sense: "I dress for the occasion. I wear a suit and tie for work but I live at the beach, so I'm pretty casual there, jeans and T-shirt."

Staying Healthy: "I work out two to three times a week at the gym and then I play a variety of sports on the weekends."

... on WOMEN

A woman can get my attention ... "by looking right at me with an unwavering stare. That shows confidence and is very sexy!"

Ideal woman: "Someone who is, in some ways, like me (confident, passionate, sensual and intelligent), but is not afraid to be her own person. She is as spectacular spiritually as she is physically. I picture her being taller than average, slim, yet physically fit. She loves to laugh (especially at my jokes) and enjoys getting silly from time to time and knows how to enjoy life without worrying about the little things. She is a true classic, but is not afraid to get a little dirty when the occasion calls for it. Oh, and it wouldn't hurt if she liked going to Laker games every once in a while and watching a little football on Sundays!"

I can't resist a woman who ... "is a gourmet cook and likes to give massages."

I show a woman I care ... "by frequently doing little things to let her know I thinking about her (leave a note on her car, leave sexy voice mails, emails, and of course buy her flowers)."

Most important quality in a woman: "A positive outlook on life."

Ideal date: "Picnic basket on the beach at sunset."

What makes a woman unforgettable: "Class and sophistication."

I wish women understood ... "we need male bonding time. A guy's trip is not just an excuse to go mess around."

... on RELATIONSHIPS

Views on relationships/marriage: "A relationship is extremely important. No amount of success or luxury can make me truly happy unless I have someone to share it with. I would like to be married someday. The sooner the better, but I'm not going to rush into anything. It's only important if I find the right person."

Top Relationship Keys: "Trust, respect, nurturing and a certain amount of independence."

A woman who is in a relationship with me can expect ... "to laugh, love, travel, experience new things and know that she will always be taken care of."

What I expect: "Honesty, affection and a willingness to try new things."

When I'm in love, I ... "treat my love like a true princess. She is always on my mind, and her happiness is my greatest priority."

Greatest Relationship Lesson: "Timing is everything. No matter how perfect you are for each other, if you're not in the same place emotionally and spiritually, you will ultimately go your own ways."

... on SEX

What puts me in the mood: "Usually, just getting some time alone together is enough."

... on HIS FAVORITE THINGS

Movie: "Gladiator."

TV Show: "Smallville.'

Book: "The Lord of the Rings - Trilogy."

Music: "Depends on my mood, but I tend to listen to a lot of R&B."

Food: "Seafood."

Season: "Summer."

... on LIFE

Making My Mark: "I'm not that concerned with making a mark. I just want to feel like I've seen and done everything my heart desires."

Valuable Life Lesson: "Don't compare yourself to everyone else. There will always be someone that has more money, or is better looking, or has a better job, or … Count your blessings and focus on the positive things in your life."

What I try to get out of life every day: "Everything I can!"

I must ... "find my soul mate, have children, retire by the time I'm 45."

Best advice I've received: "Do whatever makes you happy."

Best advice I've given a woman: "Call me." ;-)

I would like to change places for 24 hours with ... "Hugh Hefner."

I would most like to hang out with ... "my soul mate."

... final THOUGHTS 

Nicknames: "Golden Boy, Rock Star."

Wheels: "Lexus, Mercedes."

Pets: "Dog, Fish."

Items always in my refrigerator: "Milk, water, olives."

Hottest possession: "Convertible Mercedes."

A character in a film who best describes me: "Russell Crowe in Gladiator."

Me, a deserted island and ... "my soul mate."

Secret fantasy: "If I told you, it wouldn't be a secret now would it?"

Why I'm such a great catch: "Although I don't believe any amount of credentials would make a man a "great catch" for any woman, things that some women might look favorably on are: I'm financially secure, I just finished designing and building my dream home at the beach (which I'm living alone in), I'm generally considered very good looking, keep myself in good shape and I'm ready to settle down."

Me in a word: "Charmed."

What I'm looking for by being profiled: "Not sure, but I'm curious to find out."

Final Thoughts: "Why have I got to lose???"