By Paula Stuart

As president and chief executive officer of Winter Haven Hospital, Lance Anastasio keeps the community's health care running smoothly.

By Paula Stuart

Terry Worthington connects the business community with nonprofits as president of United Way of Central Florida.

By Paula Stuart

Gary Hester helps keep the peace as second in command at the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

By Paula Stuart

Cindy Alexander volunteers her time to local organizations.

By Paula Stuart

Financial adviser Brad Dantzler embraces his opportunity with Raymond James to outwit the recession.

By Meredith Jean Morton

Stacy Campbell-Domineck leads Polk Works

By Meredith Jean Morton

Greg Littleton keeps East Polk County financed.

By Meredith Jean Morton

Colleen Burton has a vision for Polk County.

By Andrea Calcano Cruz

Tom Patton has all of Polk County in focus, economically and otherwise.