DR. (HON.) MARISA WILLIAMS Owner, A Hug Away Healthcare Inc. Page 89 FIVE TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE BUSINESS COMMUNICATION Page 96 HOW TO MASTER TIME MANAGEMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY Page 160 MILLENNIUM HONORING THE LEGACIES OF PROFESSIONALS FROM AROUND THE WORLD A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine Twenty-second Edition
Important Dates in History 1898 The passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 over-turned remaining Jim Crow laws, ending legal, state-sponsored segregation in the U.S. Iproniazid, initially developed to treat tuberculosis, was approved for use as an antidepressant drug – one of the first antidepressants ever marketed. Albert Nelson Marquis established Marquis Who’s Who. 1958 1965
Grunge, an alternative rock genre originating in Seattle, gained mainstream prominence with the debut of Nirvana’s album “Nevermind.” 1991 Taito released “Space Invaders,” ushering in a golden age of arcade games and launching Japan’s global success in the video game industry. 1978 2014 With 239 passengers and crew, Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared from radar; still missing, the cause of its disappearance remains undetermined.
TABLE OF 8 Worldwide Biographies Meet our listees, distinguished professionals from around the world who have dedicated their lives to providing monumental services across all industries. 7Editor’s Letter An introduction to the Twenty-second edition of Millennium Magazine, a reflection of our prestigious listees whose perseverance has garnered inspiration worldwide. Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine CONTENTS 4 25 From Calm to Chaos: A Guide to Physical and Digital Decluttering Decluttering isn’t just about having a tidy home; it’s a mental reset. Letting go of what no longer serves you signals that you’re ready to move forward with clarity and purpose. Find ways to declutter as described herein.
114 Brand Storytelling: Building Lasting Connections with Customers Storytelling in branding is a way for your business to communicate its purpose, values and meaning, and build identity and loyalty. Herein, learn how to build lasting connections with customers. 96 The Importance of Communication: Five Tips for Effective Business Communication Communication builds trust by creating clarity and understanding, ensuring that customers know what to expect. Here are five tips for effective business communication. Millennium – Twenty-second Edition 160 Maximize Efficiency: Mastering Time Management, Goal Setting and Productivity Time management, goal setting and productivity are essential to achieving success. Gaining proficiency in these areas might be the difference between feeling overburdened and reaching important milestones. 5
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Dear Readers, The journey to success sometimes leads us down unfamiliar roads. Territories once familiar to us may be transformed and direct us through experiences we might have previously been reluctant to undertake. The nature of change urges us to redirect our course at a moment’s notice, fluctuating with unpredictability, pushing us into circumstances that may not define us but ultimately shape us into more authentic versions of ourselves. We learn to leverage pitfalls, setbacks and failures, integrating them into our journeys while pressing forward with renewed hope. We also learn to rely on support from our immediate communities, including family, friends, colleagues and mentors. With a well-established network, we gain the encouragement to move forward and the self-reflection to advance within ourselves, harnessing opportunities for a more prosperous future. The listees highlighted in the 22nd edition of Millennium Magazine are exemplars of such grit and flexibility, whether they work in the creative and performing arts, academic and educational services, medicine and wellness, government and legal services, innovative technologies, or scientific advancement. In addition to our listees’ biographical narratives, we invite you to explore several editorial articles. These include “The Importance of Communication: Five Tips for Effective Business Communication” (p. 96), which emphasizes clarity in business communication to ensure clients are well-informed about expectations. Likewise, “Maximize Efficiency: Mastering Time Management, Goal Setting, and Productivity” (p. 160) examines the effectiveness of proper time management, goal setting and productivity in achieving success and reaching significant milestones. As we approach the spring and summer seasons, we hope you glean inspiration from the stories on each page – each narrative embodying perseverance and adaptability as those within them work toward building a more encouraging future. With best wishes for continued success, Lisa Diamond Lisa Diamond Senior Editor, Millennium Magazine EDITOR’S LETTER
8 ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Millennium Magazine Featured Listee BERNICE A. GARCIA, MED PROJECT MANAGER OF INCLUSION (RETIRED) Education Service Center XIX El Paso, TX With a focus on special education, Bernice A. Garcia has thrived in the education sector for nearly four decades, culminating in her most recent role as the project manager of inclusion at the Education Service Center XIX. Fulfilling this role for 12 years until her retirement in 2024, Ms. Garcia led initiatives that improved educational access and outcomes for students with diverse learning needs. She initially joined the Education Service Center XIX as a project manager, where she provided crucial support and training to educators for six years, enabling them to deliver inclusive education. The Education Service Center XIX is a regional organization dedicated to supporting the educational needs of school districts and charter schools in El Paso, Hudspeth and Culberson Counties in Texas. At the inception of her career, Ms. Garcia served as a special education teacher for autism at a middle school within the El Paso Independent School District in Texas. During this eight-year tenure, she developed innovative teaching strategies to cater to the unique, individualized needs of each student. Subsequently, Ms. Garcia joined the Education Service Center in the Socorro Independent School District, where she was an instructional specialist for eight years. During this period,
ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES she successfully bridged communication gaps between education professionals and the student population, honing her skills in creative problem-solving and collaborative thinking. Ms. Garcia served in this capacity until assuming her most recent position at the Education Service Center XIX. Highly educated, Ms. Garcia’s passion for education stemmed from her formative years, when her father encouraged her to pursue higher education. As such, she earned a bachelor’s degree in education from The University of Texas at El Paso in 1986 and a master’s degree in education, with a specialty in diverse learning, from the University of Phoenix in 2004. She has also held a certification in special education from The University of Texas at El Paso for many years, complementing her credentials and solidifying her reputation in the field. Additionally, Ms. Garcia has lent her expertise to the written word, having co-authored a book chapter titled “Teaching Executive Functions: Modeling Independence from Cradles to College for Success” in the book “Promoting Higher Order Skills and Global Competencies in Life and Work” via the University of Idaho. Immensely proud of this work, her research and commitment to advancing educational principles were exemplified in its pages. Moreover, Ms. Garcia has volunteered with the Special Olympics for several years, earning the Coach of the Year award in recognition of her positive impact on encouraging athletes and the broader community. In the coming years, Ms. Garcia aims to eventually return to part-time work to enact meaningful change in her community and society at large. Driven by her passion for learning and teaching, as well as the support of her husband and family, she enjoys reading, watching documentaries and traveling in her leisure time.
10 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES LORI A. IRVINE, MED EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT IN SPECIAL EDUCATION LIGHTHOUSE Learning and Resource Katy, TX Lori A. Irvine has dedicated 40 years to serving students, teachers, administrators and parents in special education, working across several U.S. cities – including New York, Chicago, Denver, San Antonio, Duncanville, Boerne and Katy – as well as in Hungary and Moldova from 1985 to 2025. In 2009, she earned a Master of Education in educational psychology from Texas A&M University through a grant program for LIFE Skills teachers. Many interventions and strategies learned during her master’s studies were already part of her daily practice, reflecting her commitment to evidence-based teaching. Numerous influences have shaped Ms. Irvine’s career path. Notably, her younger brother, Joel, born with Down syndrome, inspired her to shift from being a music major in the early 1980s to pursuing a teaching degree in special education. Additional experiences influenced Ms. Irvine’s desire to work with inner-city teachers and parents, even before she began her career. A college interim course allowed choir members to sing in inner-city churches from Chicago to the East Coast, where she encountered children and families whose joy and gratitude inspired her interest in innercity education. Ms. Irvine’s teaching journey began with the inner-city projects of the Bronx, where daily life was particularly challenging. Her classroom, designed for students with severe autism in a public-school setting, required a structured environment with clear behavioral expectations. She developed visual schedules and routines and created a unique visual curriculum for reading and language arts that utilized photos, line drawings and word identifiers. Ms. Irvine’s foundation in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) was established with guidance from the principal and professor at the Margaret Chapman School for Exceptional Children, as well as instruction from Teachers College at Columbia University. Behavioral interventions, including task-analyzed programming and individualized reinforcement strategies, became integral to her teaching at P.S. 176 in the Bronx and continued to influence her classrooms throughout her career.
11 Millennium - Twenty-second Edition ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Ms. Irvine’s commitment was evident when she became program specialist for Elementary LIFE Skills in Katy, Texas, in 2019. She led teacher training, worked with educators in their classrooms to ensure adherence to LIFE Skills expectations, and provided mentoring for teachers in need, including home training for parents. Her current focus areas include supporting and empowering parents at home and helping teachers create sensory-safe classrooms. After retiring in June 2025, she joined LIGHTHOUSE Learning and Resource (LLR) as an educational consultant, developing presentations and materials to support both parents at home and teachers in the classroom. Ms. Irvine intends to document her 40 years in education through curriculum development for teachers working with students with special needs, as well as by writing a book to encourage educators. She hopes to empower parents who have children with special needs. Traveling abroad is another goal to reconnect with past relationships in Moldova and to investigate new opportunities to work with communities and students with special needs. Ms. Irvine found that tools effective for students with autism also benefited those with intellectual disabilities. She implemented research-based strategies, including the TEACCH philosophy from the University of North Carolina and ABA techniques acquired from Teachers College at Columbia University, as well as the Margaret Chapman School for Exceptional Children. She acquired effective tools to recognize her students' sensory needs. Individualized key elements, such as reinforcement, communication techniques, visual structure, routines and consistent expectations, became central to her teaching. Later, Ms. Irvine discovered a new passion: training teachers to better serve students with special needs. This began with an international training request from Bob Hartman International Ministries, leading her to Budapest, Hungary, in 2013. The team presented specialized strategies and sensory tools to Budapest’s educational department and observed specialized classrooms. The next year, she trained general education teachers in Moldova, traveling between towns to reach educators without transportation. The director of education in Chisinau, Moldova, requested assistance in training general education teachers to help them integrate students with special needs into mainstream classrooms. Over the course of three years and four visits, Ms. Irvine also visited students in their homes who were unable to attend school due to their disabilities. These extraordinary experiences strengthened her resolve to improve support systems for teachers, particularly those in general and special education, internationally and in the U.S.
12 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES WESLEY MOORE III AUTHOR, TEACHER (RETIRED) Porter-Gaud School Folly Beach, SC Wesley Moore III is an author and educator who taught English at the high school and college levels for decades before retiring in 2019. Language was his first passion, and by fourth grade, he had already developed a love of writing that would shape his career. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English in 1975 and initially planned to pursue graduate study, never imagining himself as a teacher. That changed after studying with Milton scholar Jack Ashley, whose command of the material – and ability to recite lengthy passages from memory – prompted Mr. Moore to reconsider both the classroom and his own ambitions. At age 25, Mr. Moore accepted his first teaching position at a local community college. What began as a practical decision quickly became a vocation. He was drawn to the mix of subject mastery, creativity and human connection required to reach his students, many of whom were older veterans. He came to believe that effective teaching required a degree of performance – an ability to engage students and invite personal response – an approach that would remain central to his teaching throughout his career. After the birth of his first child, Mr. Moore stepped away from full-time writing and joined the faculty at the Porter-Gaud School. Mr. Moore began teaching English at PorterGaud in 1985, a move he considers one of the most fortunate turns of his life, despite having disliked his own high school experience. Teaching writing became his highest priority, and he devoted countless hours to reading and responding to student work. Several of his former students went on to become successful writers, including New York Times bestselling novelists Katie Crouch and Grady Hendrix. Before retiring, Mr. Moore served as chair of the English department, helping guide the curriculum and working with colleagues across disciplines to reinforce shared skills and knowledge. He remained committed to making instruction personal and relevant, a dedication recognized by the Porter-Gaud School’s John E. Gibbs Faculty Award and a 2003 Stanford teacher tribute.
13 Millennium - Twenty-second Edition ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Since retirement, Mr. Moore has focused on his creative work. He is the author of the novel “Today, Oh Boy” and a collection of poetry, short fiction and essays titled “Long Ago Last Summer.” His writing has received two starred Kirkus reviews, which praised “Today, Oh Boy” as “a quietly sublime period piece.” A short film adaptation, “Summerville 70,” has won multiple awards on the festival circuit. In addition to writing, Mr. Moore works as a visual artist in digital collage. He credits his years in the classroom with shaping his fiction and encourages readers to seek out literary novels for the depth of lived experience they offer. He has recently completed a sequel to “Today, Oh Boy” and is currently seeking literary representation. Mr. Moore defines success as having a positive and lasting impact on others. He and his late wife had two sons, and he now lives at Folly Beach, South Carolina, with his wife and teenage stepdaughter.
14 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES JAMES STEENSMA DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION Allen County Juvenile Center Fort Wayne, IN James Steensma has made an indelible mark on the academic sector since commencing his teaching career over 10 years ago. Since 2024, he has served as the director of education for the Allen County Juvenile Center (ACJC) in Fort Wayne, Indiana, a detention facility that also acts as an alternative public school for at-risk youth. Mr. Steensma was also the center’s assistant director of education between 2023 and 2024. During this tenure, he developed and implemented educational strategies specifically tailored to the unique needs of each student. Having joined the center in 2016 as a lead teacher in the Allen County Learning Academy (ACLA), where he taught English and business courses, his classes provided students with opportunities to complete coursework in a structured yet restorative environment. Mr. Steensma began his education career in 2013, teaching English at Huntington North High School, where he joined the project-based learning environment Viking New Tech, an innovative program that emphasized solutions as outcomes. His wife Maggie, a high school special education teacher, also taught with Viking New Tech and felt that his passion for education would be best realized in this school-within-a-school. Over the course of his extensive professional career, he has exhibited significant expertise in the areas of team collaboration, training and leadership, values he leveraged when transitioning to a career in academia. Those same skills helped him to receive multiple awards in his 25-plus years in sales and business ownership. During his time at ACLA, Mr. Steensma has been instrumental in improving student lives through rehabilitative and restorative justice, allowing students to begin new phases of their lives with social, personal and academic improvements. In addition to his vocational pursuits, he has dedicated himself to various civic, arts and business-minded initiatives, such as the STARTedUP Foundation Inc., an Indianabased organization that fosters entrepreneurial spirits in high school students. He served on committees at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and spearheaded initiatives for affiliate chapters of the American Red
15 Millennium - Twenty-second Edition ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES listen…about finding freedom and joy in the midst of life's toughest battles.” Highly educated, Mr. Steensma received a bachelor’s degree in business management from Indiana Wesleyan University. Continuing his education at the institution, he went on to obtain a transition-to-teaching certification and a Master of Education in teacher leadership in 2019. Mr. Steensma is also a building-level administrator for the Indiana Department of Education, holds five certifications from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and is a licensed juvenile probation officer in Allen County, Indiana. Looking toward the future, Mr. Steensma endeavors to continue improving students’ lives at ACJC and ACLA by integrating holistic approaches that address emotional, physical, mental and spiritual well-being. With an emphasis on authentic teaching principles and building lasting relationships with students, teachers and other stakeholders, Mr. Steensma is dedicated to making a genuine difference in his community. Cross, Habitat for Humanity and the American Cancer Society, among others. He believes that community service is an obligation, and the roots of giving back begin early. The work he does with those who have medical needs is by far the most transcendent. Mr. Steensma received a full liver transplant in 2015 after primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) threatened to take his life. He also continues to work with those who have ostomies, as he received a second and final ileostomy in 2012 after Crohn's disease and PSC first attacked him in his early teens nearly 40 years prior. Alongside his distinguished work in academia and rehabilitative community efforts, Mr. Steensma is a talented songwriter and vocalist. His faith-based music album, released over 20 years ago, continues to engage new audiences. He is also a published poet and essayist whose work speaks to a universal desire for compassion and understanding. His 2020 limited-run podcast on addiction and recovery, “The Art of Letting Go,” was called by one host site as “a must-
16 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Ms. Goodwin initially commenced her career as a middle school mathematics, chemistry and physics teacher and went on to enter the oil and gas industry. Holding several roles at British Petroleum (BP), she was honored as the first woman to serve as an offshore drilling engineer supervisor in the Gulf of Mexico during her tenure at BP. Subsequently, she went on to helm TP Exploration, Inc. for three decades, procuring leases, drilling and producing oil and gas wells in the northwestern United States. She also designed and improved water and wastewater treatment systems in East Texas. For her outstanding efforts, Ms. Goodwin earned the Aggie Women Legacy Award. Ms. Goodwin holds a BS in curriculum and instruction and a BS in petroleum engineering from Texas A&M University, as well as an MBA from The University of Texas at Tyler. Looking ahead, she is focused on developing the GG Life Lessons Storybook Series® into an educational animated television series. Accruing several decades of experience in the education and engineering industries, Renee Tyer-Goodwin is now the owner of Goodwin Global Publishing, LLC. Through Goodwin Global Publishing, Ms. Goodwin created the GG Life Lesson Storybook Series®, a creative venture through which she narrates the adventures of her Cane Corso mastiff, GG. Teaching such values as teamwork, responsibility and being an environmental steward, her series includes such titles as “GG Cleans House: Learning Teamwork” and “GG Works the Honeybees: Helping Nature,” which have earned widespread recognition and accolades such as the Mom’s Choice Silver Award and the Family Choice Gold Award. Notably, Ms. Goodwin’s books have been shared domestically and abroad, with appearances at the Frankfurt Book Fair in Germany in 2024 and the Bologna Children’s Book Fair in Italy in 2025. She also authored the novel “Big Girls Don’t Cry – Until They Do,” detailing her experiences as a woman working in the oil and gas industry. In April of 2026, Ms. Goodwin will be a featured author at the upcoming Los Angeles Times Book Fair. RENEE TYER-GOODWIN, PE OWNER, PUBLISHER, AUTHOR Goodwin Global Publishing, LLC Tyler, TX
17 Millennium - Twenty-second Edition ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES With over 30 years of professional expertise, Dr. Mary Jo Iozzio is widely respected for her achievements in academia, authorship and disability advocacy within the field of theology. Since 2013, she has served as a professor of moral theology in the School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College, where she delivers courses and makes invaluable contributions to writing and research. During her tenure, Dr. Iozzio has advanced the field of intersectional disability advocacy and inclusive theological discourse, having been recognized as among the first scholars to integrate disability studies into Catholic moral theology. Previously, Dr. Iozzio served as a professor at Barry University from 1993 to 2013, where she established her foundation in disability theology and preferential justice, earning the Professional Development Award. She was also appointed the Austin and Ann O’Malley Visiting Chair in Bioethics and a distinguished professor at Loyola Marymount University. As a member of the Catholic Theological Society of America, the American Academy of Religion, and the Society of Christian Ethics, Dr. Iozzio has consistently maintained a steadfast commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in theological spaces. Highly educated, Dr. Iozzio holds a BA in history, with a concentration in ancient Greece and Rome, from Pennsylvania State University and an MA in theology, with a focus on the history of religion, from Fordham University. She subsequently earned an MA in biblical studies from Providence College and a PhD in theological ethics from Fordham University. Continuing her education, Dr. Iozzio received a licentiate in sacred theology from Boston College. Dr. Iozzio recently published her book “Radical Dependence: A Theological Anthropology of Disability” through Baylor University Press in 2025. She previously authored “Disability Ethics and Preferential Justice: A Catholic Perspective” in 2023, among other works. A former co-editor for the Journal of the Society of Christian Ethics, Dr. Iozzio will soon assume the role of series editor for ‘Thriving,” a collection dedicated to disability theology. MARY JO IOZZIO, PHD, STL PROFESSOR OF MORAL THEOLOGY Boston College West Roxbury, MA
18 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Currently, Dr. Karlins is a professional poker player who has appeared in major events, including the World Series of Poker and World Poker Tour finals. He has also co-written several books on poker and psychology, including “Read ‘Em and Reap” (with retired FBI agent Joe Navarro and poker legend Phil Hellmuth), which focuses on nonverbal communication in poker. Dr. Karlins is an advocate for poker, in addition to being a professional player, serving as the supervisor of the University of South Florida’s poker club and as an ambassador for the Win Derby Poker Casino. Dr. Karlins attributes much of his success to the early influence and support of his parents, as well as the luck that has enabled him to take advantage of the opportunities presented to him. He is proud to have impacted multiple generations of students as a professor and considers their achievements a key part of his legacy. Dr. Marvin Karlins is a journalist, professor, poker player/ambassador, consultant and author/co-author of more than 30 books (translated into 48 foreign language editions), including “What Every BODY is Saying,” which has sold over one million copies. He began his professional journey as a student at the University of Minnesota, graduating summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a bachelor’s degree in 1963. He continued his education at Princeton University, where he was an NIH Fellow and awarded a PhD in psychology in 1966. He began his teaching career at Princeton four months later. For the last 51 years, Dr. Karlins has been a professor at the University of South Florida, where he teaches management principles and courses in organizational behavior. His teaching draws on his professional experience in business and management consulting, where he enjoyed a 20-year career as a senior consultant for Singapore Airlines. His work with Singapore Airlines has included notable advances in safety and operational protocols, including the Cockpit Resource Management and OASIS programs, both designed to foster effective teamwork and safety among pilots, cabin crew, station managers and ground engineers. MARVIN KARLINS, PHD PROFESSOR, AUTHOR, JOURNALIST, POKER PLAYER AND AMBASSADOR, CONSULTANT Poker and Prose LLC Riverview, FL
19 Millennium - Twenty-second Edition ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Dr. Martir made an innovative and unique contribution to workforce management with “Martir’s Boiler Tank Motivation-Conflict Management Model” (2016, 2019). This scholarly, peer-reviewed research study is above reproach and has positively impacted work production, workforce behavior and psychology (motivation), and organizational conflict management. It has since redefined executive and supervisory management techniques. Dr. Martir’s faculty and administrative roles at Capital Technology University are a testament to his nonpareil dedication to higher education and focus on nurturing future leaders, forging the genesis of their unique peer-reviewed research for the world to intellectually consume. Previously, Dr. Martir excelled in various executive-level positions. He was a special advisor to the agency director at the Defense Information Systems Agency under the Department of Defense. His tenure was preceded by his role as a senior executive service program manager at the Missile Defense Agency. These roles were preceded by senior supervisory roles in the Navy and senior principal and senior program manager roles in the private sector. Dr. Martir’s eclectic and numerous national security, leadership and mission-impacting military contributions concluded with 21 years of exemplary service, amassing 21 military medals and 19 decorations and ribbons, including nine high-level civilian service medals, awards and coin letters. To achieve lagom, Dr. Martir is not only a philomath but also a multifaceted individual, encompassing factotum roles in mind, body and spiritual pursuits, as well as contributions to sports, his community and the church. His littérateur pursuits include a statistics degree and two master's degrees in computer resources, information management and human resource management. Dr. Jovey Martir has established a multifaceted and exemplum 40-year professional reputation through significant contributions in academia, military service, private industries and defense sectors. As an adjunct professor and dissertation chair at Capitol Technology University since 2020, he leverages his extensive knowledge to guide students in doctoral research and writing, as well as in business and IT ethics, information assurance research, organizational change and information systems implementation, and in quantitative, descriptive and statistical analyses. JOVEY MARTIR, PHD ADJUNCT PROFESSOR, DISSERTATION CHAIR Capitol Technology University Maryland
20 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Provo, Utah, and previously toured six cities in China in 2011. While in China, she gave a piano master class for students at the Chongqing School for the Arts as part of their International Summer Piano Festival. In accounting for her success, Ms. Smith credits her steadfast enthusiasm for piano studies and the achievements of her students, many of whom actively participate in fundraising concerts to make an indelible mark on the field. Ms. Smith has also been recognized as a music advocate, utilizing music as a tool to enact meaningful change in her community. Looking toward the future, Ms. Smith intends to continue serving as a strong educator and mentor in academic environments, highlighting her efforts to identify opportunities for aspiring pianists and providing them with the necessary tools for success. She enjoys traveling in her leisure time and is a valued member of the Music Teachers National Association. Rumi Smith has excelled as an adjunct professor of piano at the University of Alaska at Anchorage since 1991, with a career distinguished by over three decades of excellence. Specializing in music education and piano performance, Ms. Smith aims to showcase the state of Alaska as a leading provider of piano studies, with many of her own students progressing to establish their own legacies in the field. Ms. Smith herself has made significant contributions to the music industry by performing in concerts across the United States, China and her native Japan. Ms. Smith began studying the piano at age 4 with her father. As time went on, as a high school student, she took courses at the Musashino College of Music in Tokyo and earned a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in piano performance and music education from Miyagi National University in Sendai in 1989 and 1991, respectively, where she also worked as a staff accompanist for faculty recitals. Alongside her husband, Ms. Smith recently performed a twopiano concert at Brigham Young University in RUMI SMITH ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF PIANO University of Alaska at Anchorage Anchorage, AK
21 Millennium - Twenty-second Edition ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Ms. Vernatti was celebrated for cultivating positive learning environments and her focus on student-centered decision-making. Equipped with a steadfast commitment to effective collaboration among students, staff and families, she was well-regarded for prioritizing the best interests of each student. Previously, Ms. Vernatti served as a principal and building technologist at North Elementary School for over five years, during which time she dedicated many of her efforts to transforming the former middle school into a vibrant and innovative elementary school, attending meetings and performing physical labor to cement the school’s status in the area. Likewise, she served as a principal at Eunice Smith Elementary School for 15 years, during which her dedication to student development was widely recognized throughout the district. She began her career at Eunice Smith Elementary School as a fifth-grade teacher and had previously served as a poverty instructor within the district for many years, addressing various challenges faced by students from under-resourced backgrounds. As a testament to her success, Ms. Vernatti was honored with the Excellence in Education Award from the State of Illinois in 2005. Although she has experienced several career achievements, she is especially proud of her impactful work with the Professional Learning Communities Program during the 2004-2005 academic year, where her leadership enhanced instructional quality and fostered a rich culture of teamwork among fellow participants. Ms. Vernatti holds a master’s degree in educational administration and a bachelor’s degree in education from Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville. She is the secretary of the Retired Teachers Council and previously maintained membership with the Illinois Principals Association. Brenda S. Vernatti is a respected educational professional and academic administrator who retired from leadership after accruing over 25 years of excellence in the education sector. As a district principal in the Alton School District in Alton, Illinois, from 1987 to 2012, BRENDA S. VERNATTI PRINCIPAL (RETIRED) Alton School District Alton, IL
22 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES SENIOR NAVAL SCIENCE INSTRUCTOR NJROTC, Coventry High School Coventry, RI Linda D. Brown-Bell is an educator who dedicated her career to helping non-traditional learners succeed in school and the workforce. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting from Prairie View A&M University and began her career with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in 1973. She enjoyed a 28-year career with the company, first as an accountant and then as an engineer, stepping down in 2001 to care for her aging parents. During this period, Ms. Brown-Bell sought a career that better aligned with her schedule and values and began to explore substitute teaching at her husband's advice. Ms. Brown-Bell quickly found her calling in teaching and began working with the Harris County Correctional Institution and the Waller Independent School District in 2002. Her work in special education led her to Spring Independent School District, where she spent one year as a structured learning teacher supporting students in an inclusion classroom and providing customized instruction to meet a broad range of developmental needs. She retired from fulltime teaching in 2007. With expertise in military operations, drill and marksmanship coaching and education, Chad J. Abel is regarded for his proficiency in imparting leadership, self-discipline and success habits. Since 2022, he has served as a senior naval science instructor for the NJROTC program at Coventry High School, mentoring students in their academic success, career development and leadership skills. After retiring from the United States Navy, he desired to share his knowledge with high school students, recognizing the unmet need for leadership education to prepare them for entering the workforce. In addition to his role as an instructor, Mr. Abel teaches sailing at the NJROTC Leadership Academy and is the senior vice commander of the Coventry chapter of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). He served in the Navy from 1996 to 2022, rising to the ranks of chief petty officer, drill instructor and aviation electronics technician, while accepting numerous decorations, including Navy and Marine Corps Commendation and Achievement Medals and a Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal. He also earned the Joint Meritorious Unit Award from the Department of Defense and was named a VFW Rhode Island Teacher of the Year. STRUCTURED LEARNING TEACHER (RETIRED) Spring Independent School District Spring, TX LINDA D. BROWN-BELL CHAD J. ABEL
23 Millennium - Twenty-second Edition ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES LITERACY COACH Staten Island, NY THEATER EDUCATOR (RETIRED) Mesa Community College Tempe, AZ GERMAINE BUCHANAN Germaine Buchanan, a noted expert in early childhood education and classroom management, draws on more than 30 years of experience in academic settings. Since 2024, she has served as the literacy coach at P.S. 329 Surfside, where she demonstrates her commitment to advancing literacy and foundational reading skills in young students. Ms. Buchanan has always desired to inspire youth and help them realize their full potential for success, a belief stemming from her experiences with at-risk children in her community. Ms. Buchanan previously taught with Baltimore City Public Schools from 1991 to 1996 and the New York City Department of Education from 1996 to 2017, and was an assistant principal between 2013 and 2017. Her promotion to assistant principal is a testament to her leadership prowess and invaluable contributions to the student body. Her prior tenure as a teacher helped her develop an understanding of the unique challenges urban students face. Holding a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and teaching from Morgan State University and a master’s degree in reading teacher education from Brooklyn College, Ms. Buchanan received an MEd in educational administration from Grand Canyon University in 2006. Lyn Dutson is distinguished in the field of education for her unwavering commitment to theater instruction and set and costume design. From 1969 until earning emeritus status in 2010, she served as a faculty member at Mesa Community College (MCC) in Mesa, Arizona, where she taught technical theater, set design and lighting, as well as directed productions and designed costumes. Alongside this role, Ms. Dutson served as president of the MCC Faculty Senate from 2005 to 2006 and as a senator from 1982 to 2006. She commenced her career in 1967 as a lecturer at Arizona State University in Tempe. Notably, Ms. Dutson directed over 80 productions and designed costumes for more than 150 dramatic productions throughout her 30year career. In 2002, she accepted the AriZoni Award for Costuming Excellence, having previously received the Arizona Theatre Alliance Award in 2000. Moreover, Ms. Dutson was named the Faculty Member of the Year at MCC. Ms. Dutson holds a BA and an MA from Arizona State University. She is proud to have established a legacy of excellence in teaching and theater production. LYN DUTSON
24 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES BOOKKEEPER, FLECKKEEPSBOOKS SCHOOL COUNSELOR, SOMERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Tarrytown, NY Since 2025, Dr. William R. Harbron has excelled as an executive coach and consultant with WRH Coaching and Consulting LLC, drawing upon over five decades of expertise in education. Focusing on professional growth and coaching services, he channels his passion for one-on-one mentorship to provide clients with work-related solutions. Earlier, Dr. Harbron was the superintendent and chief executive officer of the Dover School District, where his leadership was instrumental in advancing the district’s prioritization of student-centered support and continuing its reputation as a cohesive community. Previously, he was the superintendent of the West Muskingum Local School District, Northern Ozaukee School District and School District of Denmark. Similarly, he was a principal for the Appleton, Maple Dale-Indian Hill, West Muskingum, Bowling Green City and Ross Local School Districts. He commenced his career as a teacher in 1973. Dr. Harbron holds an EdD in educational leadership and administration from Edgewood University. He attributes much of his success to his parents’ instilled values of hard work, trust and accountability. Earning the Highest Award of Achievement from Dale Carnegie, he is the cofounder of the steering committee for the Dover Mental Health Alliance. Drawing on two decades of service in academic environments, John K. Fleck has thrived as a school counselor in the Somers Central School District since 2005, working on both the middle and high school levels. Demonstrating expertise in adolescent development with a diverse range of students, including those with autism and Down Syndrome, Mr. Fleck has leveraged this expertise to serve as an educational consultant for middle and high school students since 2015. Through this role, he provides private consultations with students during the college admissions process. Mr. Fleck established FleckKeepsBooks in 2025, utilizing his QuickBooks skills to meet the business needs of his community. With certifications as a QuickBooks ProAdvisor at levels 1 and 2, as well as in QuickBooks Payroll, he also holds an MEd in counseling psychology from Columbia University. Outside of his professional ventures, Mr. Fleck was twice elected to serve three-year terms as the regional governor for Westchester, Putnam and Rockland Counties on the executive board of the New York State School Counselor Association. Looking ahead, he aims to expand his consulting and counseling services beyond the Northeast and gain more bookkeeping clients. EXECUTIVE COACH, CONSULTANT WRH Coaching and Consulting LLC Dover, NH WILLIAM R. HARBRON, EDD JOHN K. FLECK Millennium Magazine Featured Listee
Decluttering, both physically and digitally, is a powerful way to reset your mind and environment. As your surroundings become simpler, your mental energy grows, making it easier to tackle goals, embrace opportunities and move forward with confidence. FROM CHAOS TO CALM: A GUIDE TO PHYSICAL AND DIGITAL DECLUTTERING Decluttering isn’t just about a tidy home; it's a mental reset. Starting the year with less physical and digital clutter creates a sense of calm and control, directly supporting emotional well-being. When your surroundings are organized, your mind feels lighter, decision fatigue decreases and focus improves. Letting go of what no longer serves you – whether it’s unused items, old files or digital noise – signals that you’re ready to move forward with clarity and purpose. SIMPLIFY YOUR SPACE, ONE STEP AT A TIME Decluttering your home doesn't have to be a full-scale overhaul. In fact, small and steady progress is what makes the biggest difference. It also helps you avoid burning out along the way. Start with a single area that feels manageable, such as a drawer, a nightstand or a specific section of your closet. Set a timer for 15 to 20 minutes and focus only on that space. As you clear, ask yourself what you use and what simply takes up room. Keep the process light and judgment-free. This isn't about perfection but creating space that supports you. Even small wins build momentum, and by the time the year settles in, your home will feel noticeably calmer, clearer and easier to maintain. DIGITAL DECLUTTERING: CLEARING THE HIDDEN CLUTTER Physical clutter is easy to spot, but digital clutter can quietly weigh you down just as much. Overflowing inboxes, old files, duplicate photos, and endless app notifications all compete for your attention and drain mental energy. However, a few intentional cleanups can make your digital world feel lighter and more organized. Start with one area, like your email or desktop. Unsubscribe from newsletters you never read, delete un- necessary downloads and organize key folders for quick access. On your phone, remove any unused apps and tidy up your home screen, leaving only the essentials. Even a brief 15-minute session can make your devices feel calmer and more focused, freeing up mental space for what truly matters. BOOST FOCUS AND PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH DECLUTTERING A clear environment – both physical and digital – directly impacts how well you think, focus and accomplish tasks. Clutter competes for your attention, subtly increasing stress and making it harder to concentrate. By simplifying your surroundings, you create mental breathing room that supports decision-making and creativity. Even small decluttering wins can have an outsized effect: a tidy desk encourages workflow, an organized inbox prevents distractions, and a streamlined home reduces the constant visual noise that drains energy. When your environment feels intentional and controlled, your mind follows suit. Productivity rises, mental clarity improves, and you can approach tasks and goals with renewed calm and confidence. START WHERE IT COUNTS: KEY AREAS TO DECLUTTER FIRST Certain spaces have a bigger impact on your mental clarity and daily life, so tackling them first can create noticeable results quickly. The entryway or foyer sets the tone the moment you walk in; clearing shoes, coats and mail creates a welcoming vibe. Likewise, a tidy kitchen makes meal prep less stressful and keeps your energy flowing. A calm, uncluttered bedroom supports rest, mental reset and a peaceful start to each day. An organized work or desk area instantly boosts focus and productivity, and decluttering living and shared areas reduces visual stress and helps everyone feel more at ease. Focusing on these high-impact areas first yields quick wins, builds momentum, and makes the larger decluttering process feel more manageable and motivating.
26 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION, DESIGN AND REAL ESTATE STEPHEN JACOBS SUPERINTENDENT OHLA Community Asphalt West Palm Beach, FL Drawing on 30 years of professional experience, Stephen Jacobs is celebrated for leadership and innovation in the construction industry. Since 2018, he has served as the superintendent of OHLA Community Asphalt in West Palm Beach, Florida. OHLA Community Asphalt – a division of OHLA-USA, a roadway project construction company – primarily focuses on asphalt work and road construction. As part of his responsibilities, Mr. Jacobs oversees business operations and the division’s team members, ensuring that work is completed with precision and efficiency. One of Mr. Jacobs’ most significant accomplishments was the Boynton Beach Boulevard Streetscape Project, which was completed in 2025. Developing an improved plan for the project, he and his team successfully completed the 18-month timeline in just 12 months. As a testament to his enduring success in the field, Mr. Jacobs earned the Partnering Award for “Most Innovative Problem-Solver” from the Florida Department of Transportation. Earlier in his career, Mr. Jacobs worked for numerous engineering firms and construction companies, commencing his career in 1995 as a field engineer for The Hardaway Company in Hobucken, North Carolina. Remaining in that role for two years, he went on to work as a plant engineer for Standard Concrete Products in the Greater Atlanta area from 1997 to 1998 and as a project engineer for KMC Telecom in the Greater Atlanta area from 1998 to 2002. After relocating to Florida, Mr. Jacobs served as a project manager for Zep Construction from 2002 to 2004 and a project engineer for Hubbard Construction from 2004 to 2010. For the following two years, he was recognized as a project manager for Bergeron Land Development in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale area. Prior to assuming his role with OHLA-USA, Mr. Jacobs was an assistant project manager for Central Florida Equipment from 2013 to 2017. Mr. Jacobs earned a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering and construction from North Carolina State University in 1995. The same year, he was certified by the North Carolina Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. In accounting for his success, Mr. Jacobs
27 Millennium - Twenty-second Edition ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION, DESIGN AND REAL ESTATE credits his hard work ethic, dedication to his work, creativity and willingness to allocate extra time to projects to ensure their completion. Entering the field of civil engineering in light of his aptitude for mathematics and desire for a stable career path, he has since excelled in his various roles. Looking toward the future, Mr. Jacobs intends to continually improve his skills and remain open to new possibilities before transitioning into a well-deserved retirement.
28 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION, DESIGN AND REAL ESTATE significant success in both commercial and residential real estate. She has managed a property portfolio valued at more than $90 million for the State Land Board and coordinated over 1,500 real estate closings. Her diverse background has equipped her with deep expertise in complex transactions, high-value property sales, and overall market strategy. In recognition of her leadership and impact, Ms. Andrews has been nominated for the Arizona Association of Realtors’ 40 Under 40 list and was a Best of Community Award winner from 2023 through 2025. She also remains actively engaged in charitable outreach, supporting initiatives such as the Barrio Nuevo Community Enhancement Program and the Mission Africa Project. She credits her success to the resilience and strong work ethic she developed growing up in the Midwest. Above all, she considers raising her son to be her greatest accomplishment and remains devoted to her family, faith and community. For more than 25 years, Amanda J. Andrews has cultivated a distinguished career in real estate as a designated broker, agent and property manager. Since 2023, she has served as the owner and designated broker of Affinity Home Assets LLC, where she leads a team of nine agents specializing in residential sales and listings while overseeing a portfolio of single-family rental properties. Her real estate journey began in Colorado, where a part-time position with a property development firm introduced her to the industry’s broad opportunities. With the encouragement of her supervisor, she transitioned into a full-time role with Postmodern Development, formally launching her career. In 2001, while attending the Lakewood School of Business, she joined JSO Realty Inc. as a transaction manager. Over the next six years, she expanded her industry knowledge and earned her real estate broker’s license. From 2007 to 2011, she served as an associate broker and commercial transaction specialist with Bartell Meitus Real Estate LLC. Ms. Andrews relocated to Arizona in 2012, beginning an 11-year tenure with O48 Realty of Phoenix as a realtor and property manager. Throughout her career, she has achieved AMANDA J. ANDREWS DESIGNATED BROKER Affinity Home Assets LLC Phoenix, AZ
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