Prior to his death in 2016, world-renowned guitarist Pete Huttlinger, often spoke to large groups of medical professionals, sharing his story of living with a rare congenital cardiac defect, the catastrophic health issues he endured, and ultimately his resilience and return to performing.  Huttlinger’s virtuoso skills on guitar would accent his performances and enhance the story.  Pete and his wife, Erin Morris Huttlinger, quickly noticed that the feedback from the healthcare-filled audience was immediate and intense. Following Pete’s death, Erin continues their mission, and with the help of Dr. Lori Wick and Dr. Brian Gavron, has created a speaker’s series featuring entertainers who have suffered severe medical issues and have gone on to thrive. They share their stories with audiences who are ready to have their passion reignited .