In this episode of You're Invited, host Kim welcomes Jaime Land, event chair, and Emily Mitchell, representative from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, to discuss the ongoing mission to treat and cure cystic fibrosis. Emily explains the multifaceted nature of the genetic condition and highlights major medical milestones, noting that in 2019 "a drug was developed called Trikafta, which was transformative" and truly "a breakthrough drug." Thanks to such advances, patients are living significantly longer and fuller lives, with the median lifespan reaching 65. The conversation turns to the annual Little Rock's Finest event, which honors more than 20 local young professionals who step out of their comfort zones to fundraise for critical care and research. Reflecting on her experience as an honoree turned chair, Jamie shares how seeing life expectancy double in a matter of decades made her realize "that the work that we were doing had such real-time impact," drawing her deeper into the Foundation's mission. The event brings the community together for food tastings, an open bar, live music by Rodney Block, and opportunities to connect directly with the local CF community. Emily emphasizes that donations directly support care centers at UAMS, Arkansas Children's, and Mercy in Northwest Arkansas, reminding listeners that "we could not have as wonderful care centers as we do without this money." Listeners are encouraged to visit finest.cff.org or invitingarkansas.com to buy tickets, support local honorees, and help drive research toward a cure.