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They are 2021’s most influential people who are at the forefront of our communities. They

School and community come together to positively impact students with tools needed for academic and

Looking to feel better, heart, mind, and soul? Just kick off your shoes, walk, and

Occupation: Executive director of Leesburg Partnership since January 2021. How I got involved: Started as

Occupation: Founding attorney and CEO of the Bennett Law Center, currently being expanded, which specializes

Occupation: Owner of Pittman Jewelers in Clermont, which has been family owned and operated since

Volunteer work/groups I am involved in: I am part of the Women’s Committee of Fine

Occupation: Executive Administrative Assistant to the Clerk and Teen Court Coordinator at the Sumter County

Occupation: I am general manager of WQBQ Radio (1410 AM) in Leesburg. I have been

Occupation: Wealth advisor and managing partner of Infinity Financial Group in Tavares. How I got

Occupation: Lake County Property Appraiser and owner of A.W. Peterson Gun Shop. Passion for your

Occupation career accomplishments: Since 1952 I’ve been active in television – first as a page

Occupation: I have spent four-and-a-half years as pastor of Church of the Lakes. We have

Occupation: Co-owner with wife Diana of The Rose Plantation, an upscale restaurant in Fruitland Park.

Occupation: I started in ministry 40 years ago and have been pastor of Heritage Community

Occupation: Mayor of Wildwood for 30 years; retired after 35 years from teaching at Wildwood

Occupation: Director of events at Montverde Academy. I plan and host fundraising events. Volunteer work/groups

David Whittaker: ‘Life is a journey. Do the things that make you feel good, keep

Meet this year’s group of ordinary people who do extraordinary things. Photos: Nicole Hamel

A Clermont organization provides plenty of love and generosity.  Photos: Cindy Peterson A single parent