Charlotte Martin joins In Heels with Keni Silva to share the moment a breast cancer diagnosis at 31 changed the course of her life. Now a six-year survivor, patient advocate, and Director of Philanthropy for the American Cancer Society, Charlotte opens up about navigating treatment for HER2-positive breast cancer, the emotional reality of survivorship, and learning to advocate for herself during one of the most difficult chapters of her life. This conversation explores resilience, women’s health, and how turning adversity into service can lead to a deeper sense of purpose.
Charlotte Martin joins Keni Silva for a powerful conversation about the phone call that changed her life forever. A six-year breast cancer survivor, patient advocate, and Director of Philanthropy for the American Cancer Society, Charlotte was diagnosed at just 31 — a moment that reshaped her identity, priorities, and sense of purpose overnight.
In this episode of In Heels with Keni Silva, Charlotte opens up about navigating treatment for HER2-positive invasive ductal carcinoma and the mental health realities that often go unspoken — anxiety, grief, fear, and the weight of survival. She shares what it meant to make life-altering decisions at a young age, from fertility and sexual health to relationships and self-image, while learning to advocate fiercely for her own care.
Now cancer-free and leading philanthropic efforts in Los Angeles, Charlotte has transformed her experience into meaningful impact. Her story goes beyond cancer — it’s about reclaiming clarity, redefining strength, and turning adversity into service. This conversation is for anyone navigating uncertainty and searching for purpose on the other side of hardship.