Unveiling Mental Resilience with Alexi Pappas

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Join us for an inspiring evening as we delve into the depths of mental resilience with acclaimed Olympic athlete, bestselling author, and award-winning filmmaker, Alexi Pappas. In this thought-provoking event moderated by Natalie Stewart, Alexi will be joined by the expertise of Dr. Kevin Marra as she shares her personal journey, weaving tales of triumph, resilience, and self-discovery in the face of mental health challenges. 

This conversation will highlight invaluable lessons we can learn through hardship and how replacing can’t with maybe might just give you the courage to chase your own dreams. 

This event is open to everyone! Whether you're an athlete, a student, a professional, a parent, or simply someone passionate about mental health advocacy, you'll find Alexi's story relatable and inspirational.

About Alexi Pappas: Alexi Pappas is a Greek-American Olympian, award-winning filmmaker, and author of the memoir Bravey: Chasing Dreams, Befriending Pain, and Other Big Ideas. Known for her resilience both on and off the track, Alexi is a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, sharing her journey to inspire others to prioritize their well-being.

Join the Conversation: Follow us on social media @HopeWayCLT for updates and check out Alexi Pappas @AlexiPappas.

Natalie Stewart is a prominent community leader. With a background in finance, she shifted to media, and now co-owns Charlotte Lately, a platform celebrating the Charlotte community. Under her leadership, Charlotte Lately has evolved into a hub for local stories, businesses, and non-profits, emphasizing diversity, creativity, and community connection. In 2023, Natalie and her husband Jonathan launched the TV series "Lately with Natalie and Jonathan Stewart,” exploring local stories and highlighting the essence of human connection and resilience.

Kevin Marra, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist who has served as HopeWay’s Director of Medical Services since opening in 2016. Dr. Marra oversees the medical team, including the psychiatrists, primary care providers and nurses. Dr. Marra’s true passion is working with clients and families, and he specializes in treating young adults struggling with mood disorders and individuals diagnosed with personality disorders. Through a partnership with Novant, in 2022, Dr. Marra started seeing clients at the Michael Jordan Clinic and Hope Community Clinic to bring vital psychiatric services to patients without insurance. Prior to HopeWay, Dr. Marra was employed through Carolinas Healthcare System (now Atrium) where he was involved in the opening of the Mindy Ellen Levine Behavioral Health Center in Davidson.