A nationally recognized speaker and the author of Beyond Breathing, Margarete Cassalina speaks about Cystic Fibrosis, overcoming life's unfathomable heartaches, and the loss of her 13 year old daughter, Jena.

In Beyond Breathing, Margarete's journey takes you, a breath at a time, from grief to the understanding of life's realities. In this award winning memoir, Margarete recounts that true life lessons are taught by her children, and that love never ends.

As a speaker, Margarete provides an inspirational message about overcoming loss and fighting for the future. She has worked to raise millions of dollars for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and is also available to provide her expertise in fundraising for not-for-profits.