Danny Ward (Martinsville, Va.)
For some time, I had been thinking about opening a horseshoeing school. I started talking to people and asking questions about how to go about this and what it might entail. During this time, Danny Ward graciously offered to help in any way he could. He opened his home and his business to my wife and I. No topic was off limits and he gave me some great advice. It was Danny’s suggestion to use my name for the name of my horseshoeing school so people would know whose school it was. My wife and I visited with Danny several times and he was able to offer guidance that helped my wife overcome some concerns she had. His mentoring was extremely helpful, and I couldn’t be more grateful for his kindness and advice. During those first few years, Danny answered multiple phone calls from me asking how to handle some difficult situations. He also sent me an encouraging note right when I needed it.
The following saying from Danny is something I try to remember every day. He said, “Troy, don’t forget the little guys.” Meaning don’t forget where you came from and always help those getting started. As a mentor, Danny lived by his own advice and I can’t thank him enough.
— Troy Price (Uniondale, Ind.)
