Kathryn M. Brown, Co-Founder of Morton Brown Family Wealth, was featured as a guest on WDIY’s Trailblazers podcast with host Melody Bradford. The episode, “Passion Allows You to Go Further,” highlights Katie’s journey as a leader, business owner, and community advocate.
In the conversation, Katie reflects on the influences that shaped her career path in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Growing up with entrepreneurial parents, she saw firsthand the challenges of financial fragility when her grandfather passed away unexpectedly. Those early lessons inspired her to pursue a career in financial planning with a focus on helping families prepare for life’s uncertainties.
Katie also spoke about the importance of mentorship, balance, and resilience. She shared how her professional role models encouraged her to prioritize both work and family, and how those lessons continue to guide her leadership style today.
“Being a female in a predominantly male-dominated industry, I was fortunate to work with some very strong female advisers. They were fantastic mentors for me and gave me role models to follow.” – Katie Brown
The episode also explores Katie’s personal journey of co-founding Morton Brown Family Wealth while navigating a breast cancer diagnosis. She credits both her family and her business partner, Dennis Morton, for their support during that challenging season.
Katie emphasized that passion is at the heart of her leadership and the firm’s mission:
“You can show up to the table for a lot of different reasons, but it’s the passion that allows you to go deeper.” – Katie Brown
We invite you to watch the full episode below or listen on WDIY’s Trailblazers podcast to hear Katie’s inspiring story in her own words.
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