Pondering the present state of the world may serve to activate complex emotions. As we confront transitioning economic, political and social affairs, we can face feelings of ineptitude and even insignificance as we consider the larger picture. In our quest to contend with such issues, it is natural to encounter situations in which we hold ourselves to unattainable standards — leading to more questions than answers. However, if we take the time to reorient and focus on our individual and professional strengths, we can navigate the enormity of these pressing matters and identify ways to contribute meaningfully, make a difference in the lives of our peers, and discover a sense of fulfillment. This focus can lead to organic ripple effects, which we can leverage to assist others on a grand scale. When we help to aid one person, it can spark a chain reaction of charity that leads from one community to the next. Our feelings of inadequacy are inevitably diminished as we come to realize that society can be dramatically changed with one selfless step. Marquis Who’s Who listees grasp this point with intuitive understanding and thus, persevere in their respective industries – whether in the creative arts, medicine, science and technology, academia, law and law enforcement, military service or humanitarianism. We trust that this inspiration can be lifted from the listees featured in the 11th issue of Millennium Magazine. Their examples of resilience, tenacity and diligence demonstrate the pillars of strength that have allowed them to overcome adversity. While you thumb through this edition, we encourage you to remind yourself of the consequential sequences small acts of kindness can ignite. Together, we can transform the world. With warm regards for continued success, Lisa Diamond Senior Editor, Millennium Magazine EDITOR’S LETTER MILLENNIUM Millennium Magazine is published by Marquis Who’s Who Ventures LLC 350 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means – including, but not limited to, electronic, photocopying, recording or otherwise – or used for any commercial purpose whatsoever without the prior written permission of the publisher and, if the publisher deems necessary, execution of a formal license agreement with the publisher. Manufactured in the United States of America. ISSN 2577-7009 (Print) ISSN 2577-6991 (Online) Chief Executive Officer Erica Lee Chief Marketing Officer Kristine McCarthy Executive Vice President, HR and Organizational Development Deborah A. Morrissey Director of Recruitment Fran Bardio Director, Print Production John Sartoris Director, Editorial Services Renée Dutcher-Pryer Technical Administrator, Editorial Charles Varriale Director, Compliance and Quality Assurance Iris Cannetti Director, Branding Services Nikki Masih Director, Sales and Training Michael Swinarski Senior Editor Lisa Diamond Staff Writer Matt Attanasio Senior Graphic Designer Carlton Ramsey
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