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When Life Breaks You
Traci Kovacic’s journey as a financial advisor is forged not in spreadsheets, but in survival. After her husband collapsed at the finish of a 10-mile race and never came back, she then almost lost her daughter. Traci was forced to confront how fragile and valuable life truly is. What followed is a transformation born out of grief, resilience, and purpose. From a fashion graduate with no knowledge of the market to a licensed professional in life insurance and investing, she rebuilt as a purpose-driven financial advisor, earned her licenses, and founded Shine On Investments, a calm, human place for first-time savers and million-dollar clients alike. Guided by transparency and lived experience, she has reframed life insurance as love insurance, protection for those still here. This documentary captures how tragedy reshapes purpose, how resilience becomes strategy, and why Traci’s mission to educate, protect, and empower families is deeply personal. Her story isn’t about wealth, it’s about what remains when everything changes.
Documentary Chapters
Inside the Documentary
The Finish Line
The day everything changed and the grief that followed. Traci experienced a life-changing loss that shaped her journey.
Rising Up
How Traci rebuilt her life, earned her licenses, & built a meaningful strong professional career.
Love Insurance
Reframing life insurance as protection for the people still here a deeply human perspective on financial planning.
A Daughter's Miracle
A second major event and a recovery led to a strong recovery and demonstrated resilience truly means.
Shine On
Traci's mission today: Works to educate, protect, and support families across Pittsburgh and beyond.
We All Shine On
A rallying call for everyone encouraging people to approach their financial journey with confidence and support.
