SUCCESS STORIES People that Make El Dorado a Great Place to Call Home l Dorado's recent recognition by USA Today as the Best Small Town Cultural Scene has inspired us to take a look at the wide range of accomplishments many groups and individuals throughout our city have achieved. Awards are typically a result of the work of many people contributing to a common goal. In order to win titles, talent, leadership, and a little good fortune are required. It's been said that luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. The football coach may tell his players that it takes dedication, hard work and practice to win a state championship; however every contest begins with the toss of a coin which can establish the momentum of the game. Currently the momentum is in El Dorado's favor. E There are scores of good people that give of their time and talent to achieve excellence. Real leaders find ways to place themselves at the intersection of preparation and opportunity. Luckily, they are the ones responsible for making the rest of us look good. In the following pages we feature some of the people and things that make El Dorado among the best places to call home. Often unsung, these individuals are making a difference in the world. As with real leaders, they rarely seek the spotlight but direct the attention upon others. You may have ideas about others we should spotlight. If so, please let us know at info@eldoradoinsider.com or logon to the ElDorado Insider Facebook page and share with our followers. p www.GoElDorado.com 29http://www.GoElDorado.com