PASSIONATE PROFESSIONALS

The Queens World Film Festival, New York Women in Film and Television, Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, The Gaia Zine and Epicenter – NY proudly announce PASSION in ACTION, a day-long mentoring event to bring high school and college students together with Passionate Professionals in the Arts, Sciences, Finance, Women’s Sports, Nonprofit Sectors and More.

The morning session of this day long event will concentrate on developing personal professionalism related to the arts including developing a mission statement, compiling ideas on how to promote your work and creating your back pocket networking tool kit. The afternoon is devoted to a round robin speed networking event so that all attendees have the opportunity to spend 30 minutes with 3 different Passionate Professionals.

The morning will concentrate on developing personal professionalism related to the arts with the afternoon devoted to a round robin networking event so that all attendees, have the opportunity to spend 30 minutes with 3 different Passionate Professionals.

Thank you to Pamela Collins for being one of our Passionate Professionals!

Pamela Collins

Lifestyle & Wellness GURU at Noble Savage

As an experienced global professional, Pamela is passionate about helping others find zest in life. Through her impassioned connection, unique self-expression, and inspirational style of coaching that incorporates both the physical & mystical aspects of well being, Pamela brings excitement to the area of health. Noble Savage is the business creation of her lifetime of learning, and continues to evolve into the passionate yearning to live a life that matters! A proud Mom of 3, Mima of 2, and strong Ally of the LGBTQ+ community.

Question & Answer

What is a personal character trait that you have leaned on in your career?

Belief. If you Believe it, even when you cant see it, ESPECIALLY when you cant see it, it is possible.

What is your best advice for young creatives who are thinking about college?

Remember that college is an experience. Take classes that help you grow as a whole being. The two classes that I have used the information from most in my life had nothing to do with my major.

What is your best advice for young creatives who are beginning their careers?

Be unapologetically you. Expect the bumps along the way as part of the journey, and don’t let them deter the forward motion of your path.