From abandonment to abuse, family deceptions, untimely deaths, drugs, and alcohol, Professional Athlete Steven Benedict was confronted with more obstacles before the age of 28 than the majority of people face in a lifetime. Despite the hardships, Steven applied what he learned on the track to remain focused on the finish line. As a professional track and field athlete and Olympic Qualifier, Steven Benedict has run in some of the world’s most prestigious events. Beyond his track and field career, Steven is also the founder of “Fostering Success” a non-profit organization that restores hope, encourages growth, and opposes the abandonment mindset of foster children by providing genuine guidance, opportunities for sports and arts, and a strong voice for advocacy and systemic reform. His athletic prowess has put him at the forefront of industries speaking on leadership, corporate productivity, foster care reformation, social-emotional awareness, and human optimization.