Stutts

But this week, at age 70, Stutts is on the backside of Churchill Downs with Smooth Air, a colt he hopes will bring him the joy of standing in the winner's circle.

For Stutts, Smooth Air revives an old dream 2008

Stutts knew many of her early jobs were not going to make her the money she wanted, so she kept moving, until she ended up in health care and communications.

Kari Henley: Women Need Mentors: How to Find One or Create One in Your Life 2010

Stutts stresses women today are left on their own to navigate the pitfalls of balancing marriage, home, family and personal ambition.

Kari Henley: Women Need Mentors: How to Find One or Create One in Your Life 2010

"I think anyone can be 'cream of the crop,' and I personally hate that term," Stutts admitted.

Kari Henley: Women Need Mentors: How to Find One or Create One in Your Life 2010

Stutts knew many of her early jobs were not going to make her the money she wanted, so she kept moving, until she ended up in health care and communications.

Kari Henley: Women Need Mentors: How to Find One or Create One in Your Life 2010

A foster child from the age of five, Stutts is acutely aware of how important it is to help support other women.

Kari Henley: Women Need Mentors: How to Find One or Create One in Your Life 2010

Stutts offered valuable advice for women at various stages of life:

Kari Henley: Women Need Mentors: How to Find One or Create One in Your Life 2010

"I think anyone can be 'cream of the crop,' and I personally hate that term," Stutts admitted.

Kari Henley: Women Need Mentors: How to Find One or Create One in Your Life 2010

Stutts stresses women today are left on their own to navigate the pitfalls of balancing marriage, home, family and personal ambition.

Kari Henley: Women Need Mentors: How to Find One or Create One in Your Life 2010

Stutts offered valuable advice for women at various stages of life:

Kari Henley: Women Need Mentors: How to Find One or Create One in Your Life 2010