New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine wishes you and your family, friends, and loved ones a very Happy Thanksgiving! Be safe, eat well, and give thanks and gratitude for all we have.
The origins of Thanksgiving:
Thanksgiving is a federal holiday in the United States, celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. It is sometimes called American Thanksgiving (outside the United States) to distinguish it from the Canadian holiday of the same name and related celebrations in other regions. It originated as a day of Thanksgiving and harvest festival, with the theme of the holiday revolving around giving thanks and the centerpiece of Thanksgiving celebrations remaining a Thanksgiving dinner. The dinner traditionally consists of foods and dishes indigenous to the Americas, namely turkey, potatoes (usually mashed or sweet), stuffing, squash, corn (maize), green beans, cranberries (typically in sauce form), and pumpkin pie. Other Thanksgiving customs include charitable organizations offering Thanksgiving dinner for the poor, attending religious services, watching parades, and viewing football games. In American culture, Thanksgiving is regarded as the beginning of the fall-winter holiday season, which includes Christmas and the New Year.
New England and Virginia colonists originally celebrated days of fasting, as well as days of thanksgiving, thanking God for blessings such as harvests, ship landings, military victories, or the end of a drought. These were observed through church services, accompanied by feasts and other communal gatherings. The event that Americans commonly call the "First Thanksgiving" was celebrated by the Pilgrims after their first harvest in the New World in October 1621. This feast lasted three days and was attended by 90 Wampanoag Native American people and 53 Pilgrims (survivors of the Mayflower). Less widely known is an earlier Thanksgiving celebration in Virginia in 1619 by English settlers who had just landed at Berkeley Hundred aboard the ship Mar
Throwback Thursday
Our publisher Cedric D. Fisher’s first trip to New Mexico to visit Otero and Lincoln County in 2021.
Join New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine as we celebrate
Juneteenth.
What is Juneteenth?
On January 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared that all enslaved people in rebellious states were to be set free. This is known as the Emancipation Proclamation.
Despite the proclamation, for two years, slavery was still rampant in the state of Texas.
In the spring of 1865, General Gordon Granger and Federal troops arrived at Galveston, Texas, and he announced that all slaves were free.
The following year, freed men in Texas organized and celebrated "Jubilee Day" on June 19 to celebrate their freedom.
Today, it is a national holiday, and the tradition of celebrating Juneteenth has spread all across the United States.
By Fairhill Museum of History
Nnayaha Avonna: "Black Don't Crack?" How Melanin Affects Health (Show Highlight)
In this eighth episode of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Talk Show, we interview researcher, journalist, and advocate Ms. Nnayaha Avonna and get educated about her views on the connection between melanin and physiological health. In particular, she reveals her surprising analysis that concludes that there is a correlation between melanin content, nutrition, healthcare strategies and more.
Nnayaha Avonna: Melanin and Slavery - A Historical Review (Show Highlight)
In this eighth episode of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Talk Show, we interview researcher, journalist, and advocate Ms. Nnayaha Avonna and review her unique views on the relationship between melanin and the history of slavery in the United States. Is there a relationship - and if there is, how has it affected the trajectory and heritage of African-Americans?
Nnayaha Avonna: On the Secrets of Melanin (Show Highlight)
In this eighth episode of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Talk Show, we interview researcher, journalist, and advocate Ms. Nnayaha Avonna and ask her to begin an exploration into the topic of melanin. What is melanin? What does it serve for the human body - and is there more to this substance than conventional knowledge can explain?
Be sure to watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/WOBI1Qg15Rc
CEO of the Nelson-Silvia Company: "This is the book that inspires me again and again"
Fred Reyna, CEO of the legendary Nelson-Silvia Company, discusses what's on his bookshelf. Fred's choice of reading may surprise you, as it's a tale that started from the desk of the White House before extending humanity's reach well into the stars.
For more information about Fred and the Nelson-Silvia Company, please visit at https://nelsonsilviaco.com
New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Show interviews Ms. Nnayaha Avonna for the eighth episode of our first Season. Nnayaha's unique views on life, health, and society present a truly individual perspective that we find fascinating!
Nnayaha Avonna was born and raised in South Carolina, being the daughter of Air Force personnel. After graduating from higher education in Maryland, she made her way to the great state of New Mexico, where she became a professional journalist: often appearing on KABT TV before devoting her time to family and motherhood.
As an independent scholar on the topics of the Bible, herbology, and wellness, Nnayaha presents an unprecedented view on the substance known as melanin - ordinarily known to be what makes up human skin pigmentation. Nnayaha explains that the substance may have important properties beyond pigmentation that is currently only being explored on a surface level by modern science.
New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine interviews Fred Reyna, who became the owner and CEO of the legendary Nelson-Silvia Company after retiring from a decorated career in law enforcement. Fred explains which mindset and values have allowed him to assume the mantle of leadership and expand Nelson-Silvia's legacy well into the 21st century.
SEE THE FULL EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/sk8NNqRgYzE
For more information about Fred and the Nelson-Silvia Company, please visit at https://nelsonsilviaco.com
We'd like to thank all for coming out to celebrate the release of our Sept/Oct 2022 edition of New Mexico's INFLUENCE magazine.
A special thanks goes to Emmanuel and Lydia Renteria for hosting the event at their posh home in their backyard/courtyard.
In attendance were politicians, artists, clergy, local celebrities and other VIPs -- all ages and ethnicies. We also acknowledge RAD Dance Studio for DJ'ing the party, to Joseph Renteria for welcoming us with his guitar, and to Hannah Peterson for entertaining us with several of her soulful songs. Stay tuned as we plan our sixth (Nov/Dec 2022) edition in continuation of delivering the untold stories in the spirit of diversity that need to be told. Also look out for an increased expansion of our reach and market influence. Thanks for your continued support. We love you all!
Your SENM INFLUENCE Team
Enjoy the slideshow with music by Eric Clapton: I’ve got a Rock ‘N’ Roll Heart
Susan Payne, Mike Chase, Mr. United States 2022-23 Mike Chase, Kimmie Jordan, Jaz Val, Mark Vasconcellos, Chris Edwards, Christine Juedeman, Brianna Martinez, Monica L. Martinez, Cedric Dwayne Fisher, Cedric Fisher,
From humble Texas cop to CEO and owner of one of America's oldest belt buckle makers: Fred Reyna tells his story
From humble Texas cop to CEO and owner of one of America's oldest belt buckle makers: Fred Reyna tells his story
New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine interviews Fred Reyna, who started his career as a decorated law enforcement officer before switching into the world of entrepreneurship. Fred's unusual, yet inspiring tale takes us from his humble origins to where he is today: as the CEO and owner of the legendary Nelson-Silvia Company in Texas.
For more information about Fred and the Nelson-Silvia Company, please visit at https://nelsonsilviaco.com
Nelson-Silvia Company LLC
An Interview with Fred Reyna || Season 1, Episode 6
Fred Reyna is the CEO and new owner of the legendary Nelson-Silvia Company: one of America's most dearest and valued brands for custom, quality, hand-made belt buckles. As such, we are thrilled and honored to feature Fred as our guest on this 7th episode of the first season of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Show.
Fred is the son of Mexican immigrants who first arrived in America during the 1930s. As a first generation Texan, he was born in Houston and became a law enforcement officer, where he spent most of his career serving his community and its people.
Eventually, fate, hard work, and a long standing passion for the hand tooled belt buckles of Nelson-Silvia led Fred to buying the company and becoming its new owner and CEO. Continuing the Nelson-Silvia Company's rich traditions beginning in 1941, Fred has successfully been able to take the company to new heights well into the twenty first century.
In this tantalizing episode of the New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Show, Fred takes us on an extended journey through the founding of the Nelson-Silvia Company, starting with William Nelson in 1941. He then doubles down with a serious talk on what it takes to lead such a historic company as its new owner and CEO: sharing with us timeless insights and advice that would not be found in most business self-help books. Last but not least, Fred shares what he's reading these days since, as the old adage goes: leaders are readers.
For more information about Fred and the Nelson-Silvia Company, please visit at https://nelsonsilviaco.com , or visit them right here on Facebook! Nelson-Silvia Company LLC
An Interview with Hedieh Mirahmadi, Esq. || Season 1, Episode 5
In this fifth episode of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Show, we interview lawyer, counterterrorism expert, former State Department official, Christian writer, and Resurrect Ministry founder, Ms. Hedieh Mirahmadi.
Hedieh is a former devout Muslim who is a convert to Christianity. Throughout her inspiring life, Hedieh has commanded an eclectic mix of personal and professional experiences which have given her timeless insights on our world. Born to immigrant parents from Iran, she is a graduate of both UCLA and USC, graduating from the latter with a Juris Doctorate degree in Law.
During our interview with Hedieh, we explore her origin story, her dramatic conversion from mystical Islam and into Christianity, experiences with working for the FBI, and, as usual, her reading recommendations for those looking to develop themselves and be inspired.
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"STAY OFF OF SOCIAL MEDIA!" Coach John Klymshyn's advice to modern business leaders and entrepreneurs (Show Highlight)
"STAY OFF OF SOCIAL MEDIA!" Coach John Klymshyn's advice to modern business leaders and entrepreneurs
In this show highlight of our first season, fourth episode of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Show, Sales and Business Coach John Klymshyn breaks down what successful business executives have to know in order to maximize their productivity and success.
Don't manage time, manage what you do with that time. (Show Highlight)
"Don't manage time, manage what you do with that time." - Coach John Klymshyn dispells the myth of time management
In this show highlight of our first season, fourth episode of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Show, host Cedric Fisher asks Coach John Klymshyn about his "spare time." "Coach K," as John likes to be called, breaks down the concept of "spare time" and also claims that the concept of "time management" is a deceptive American myth that must be dispelled.
"You no longer have the luxury of anger." Coach K's top 3 leadership qualities (Show Highlight)
In this show highlight of our first season, fourth episode of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Show, Sales and Business Coach John Klymshyn describes his top 3 attributes of highly effective leaders. What he has to say may surprise you, and will not be found in conventional business advice books!
An Interview with Sales Coach John Klymshyn || Season 1, Episode 4
👉👉👉🤩 In this fourth episode of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Show, we sit down for a deep dive into the world and mind of renowned business coach and author, Mr. John Klymshyn.
John is a Navy veteran who quickly rose in the ranks of the recruiting industry upon his return to the U.S. After discovering his true passion lies in the training and development of professionals, Coach K dove head first into sales seminars and coaching, ultimately leading to the creation of the Business Generator, Inc. in 1999.
Now, 20 years later, Coach K has authored 3 acclaimed leadership and sales books, 2 audiobooks, an extensive video training series, and hosts a podcast. He also provides seminars, retreats, and one-on-one coaching designed to teach executives (and future executives) to discover their creative potential and leadership capabilities to close high revenue sales, all while connecting to their personal purpose.
Throughout our expansive chat with John, we discover his very interesting origins story; and then receive timeless advice on the topics of effective leadership, the secrets of how to relate with people, success tips (one of which is to take the focus off of oneself), how to manage one's spare time, why business successes and leaders don't do social media, and much, much more!
USAF Pilot Instructor shares her tips on leadership
🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Leadership is becoming an important, if not critical skill to possess and develop, whether in the corporate world, military, or even within one's personal life. In this show highlight of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Talk Show, Major Brittany "Blitz" Trimble, USAF shares some advice with you, the viewer, on what makes a good leader and how to inspire others.
NMIM honors our fallen this Memorial Day 2022
We at New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine honor and recognize our fallen heroes this Memorial Day 2022. We pray and wish for you all a peaceful and restful holiday with your families. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Some background on Memorial Day:
"Memorial Day started as an event to honor Union soldiers who had died during the American Civil War. It was inspired by the way people in the Southern states honored their dead. After World War I, it was extended to include all men and women who died in any war or military action.
Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day. The current name for this day did not come into use until after World War II. Decoration Day and then Memorial Day used to be held on May 30, regardless of the day of the week, on which it fell. In 1968, the Uniform Holidays Bill was passed as part of a move to use federal holidays to create three-day weekends. This meant that from 1971, the Memorial Day holiday has been officially observed on the last Monday in May. However, it took a longer period for all American states to recognize the new date." 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
USAF Major and F-16 pilot instructor details on how she helps to train 24% of all American fighter pilots in the nation (Show Highlight)
Did you know that 24% of all American fighter pilots and 50% of all F-16 pilots train at the same base: at Holloman Air Base in New Mexico? In this show highlight of New Mexico's INFLUENCE Magazine Talk Show, Major Brittany "Blitz" Trimble, USAF joins us to discuss what she does at Holloman Air Force Base, and how she prepares the next generation of American fighter pilots to defend home and country.
