Athena Brownson is a former professional skier who endured nine knee surgeries and two neck operations before transitioning into a successful career in real estate.

Over the last decade, Athena has become one of Colorado's trusted and top-performing REALTORS®, combining market knowledge, negotiation skills, and a creative eye for design. Her own experience as an athlete taught her discipline, determination, and resilience—lessons she now brings to her work with clients and other professionals.

Athena's journey took another difficult turn when she was diagnosed with chronic Lyme disease.

Lawrence C. Harris is a youth speaker who helps teens and young adults believe in themselves, think differently about their future, and make better choices.

Growing up, Lawrence faced serious challenges including mental health struggles, bullying, childhood abuse, and autism. Those experiences inspired him to begin speaking so other young people would know they are not alone and understand that their past does not have to determine where their life goes.

Today, Lawrence shares the lessons and tools that helped him move forward, encouraging young people to take ownership of their future, work through difficult emotions, and believe that their lives can get better.

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What if some of the beliefs shaping your life aren’t actually yours? For nearly 20 years, Dr. Mike Fortunato worked as a board-certified anesthesiologist. From the outside, he had what many people would consider success: a respected career, financial stability, a wife, children, and a beautiful life....