MILLENNIUM BUSINESS LEADERSHIP 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 Vice President, Sales and Training Michael Swinarski Senior Sales Manager Nikki Masih Sales Manager Irmela Kastrat Customer Service and Compliancy Director Iris Cannetti EDITORIAL Director, Editorial Services Renée Dutcher-Pryer Director, Print Production John Sartoris Technical Administrator, Editorial Charles Varriale Senior Editor Lisa Diamond Staff Writers Morgan Murphy CREATIVE SERVICES Senior Graphic Designers Henry Monge Carlton Ramsey Millennium Magazine is a registered trademark published by Marquis Who’s Who Ventures LLC 350 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556 Copyright 2025 © 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: 2577-6991 (Online) ISSN: 2577-7009 (Print) As corporations and enterprises become increasingly focused on infinite growth and prosperity, the lines between profitability and worthwhile merit are blurring. It can be difficult to differentiate these concepts since monetary value seems so intrinsically tied to a thing’s worth. The question has become, “Why bother doing a thing if it isn’t profitable?” However, we might ask instead, “Why aim for arbitrary goals if they are unfulfilling? What is the worth of improvement and accomplishment if not fueled by passion?” Maintaining our passions is vital — passion drives innovation forward. The most impactful stories, revolutionary inventions and inspiring discoveries are born from passion, which suggests that genuine passion leads to genuine success. This thread ties together many of our featured listees in the 19th edition of Millennium Magazine. Whether they operate in the arts, education, medicine, science or technology, our listees harness their passions to excel in their professional endeavors. As such, we hope to inspire all readers similarly through their examples. Julia Estevez-Losada (pg. 26) has demonstrated excellence as a business coach, teaching her clients about the importance of accountability and how to achieve their highest potential. Jessica Vlossak (pg. 96) strives to help others, managing her own therapy practice, where she specializes in mental health and psychology. Furthermore, Dr. George A. Krammer III (pg. 142) has established himself as a passionate, board-certified veterinary cardiologist, driven by a lifelong love of animals. Lastly, Captain Brent F. Burton (pg. 154) is wellregarded as a historian dedicated to sharing the stories of pioneering Black firefighters. We are also pleased to share several pertinent editorial pieces to aid readers in channeling passion into future success. “Exploring Group Ideation Techniques” discusses several useful tactics for teamwork that can help businesses thrive. Additionally, “How to Use Content Curation to Dominate Social Media” highlights how individuals can strengthen their voices on social media. While the utilization of such platforms grows, it is crucial to avoid entrapment by apps and websites, which speaks to our final article, “What is Doomscrolling and How Do You Stop Doing It?” As we continue bounding through 2025, we hope our readers’ passions are bold and meaningful, much like the distinguished Marquis listees featured in this latest edition of Millennium Magazine. With best wishes for continued success, Lisa Diamond Lisa Diamond Senior Editor, Millennium Magazine Erica Lee Renée Dutcher-Pryer John Sartoris Morgan Murphy Carlton Ramsey EDITOR’S LETTER
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