Board of Directors

Donaven Doughty is a documentary filmmaker and founder of Another Story Acknowledged, where he produces community-focused campaigns that amplify powerful, untold stories. His work has supported clients such as Red Bull, Major League Soccer, Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Historic Columbia, and Benedict College.

Darain Ginyard is a Creative Specialist at NP Strategy, blending design and marketing to craft impactful visual strategies across industries. He also serves as Marketing and PR Director for Columbia Fashion Week, helping advance the city’s fashion and creative communities.

Terri Wilson is an assurance and advisory member at Scott and Company LLC with experience serving the nonprofit, government, manufacturing, hospitality, and healthcare industries. She is licensed to practice as a certified public accountant in South Carolina and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants. Terri is passionate about serving the community through her work with various nonprofits in the Columbia area.

Omme-Salma Rahemtullah is the director of advocacy and policy at FoodShare South Carolina, a statewide organization improving access to healthy food. She is also an independent film and media programmer and previously served as film programmer at The Nickelodeon.

Tanya Rodriguez-Hodges is the Founder and President of Limitless Community Development (LCD), a South Carolina-based nonprofit dedicated to strengthening access to support, knowledge, and resources so every community can flourish. With more than two decades of experience in community leadership, cultural advocacy, and nonprofit development, Tanya has built LCD into a trusted statewide organization advancing housing stability, financial empowerment, and inclusive community growth. Her vision and passion continue to drive meaningful partnerships that help South Carolina families and communities thrive.

Mr. Anderson is known for his clarity of tone, wide range of colors, and dynamic stage presence. He was the oboist of the innovative New York-based chamber ensemble SHUFFLE Concert. With SHUFFLE, he toured Israel three times and performed widely across the United States and Canada. A sought-after collaborator, he has appeared with leading ensembles such as the American Ballet Theater, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, and New York Philharmonic. He currently serves as co-artistic director of ECCE Arts and as Assistant Professor of Oboe and Coordinator of Teaching Artistry at the University of South Carolina.

Brendan Thurber is a Business Process and Systems Analyst for a major home health care company, bringing strategic and analytical expertise to his work. A longtime advocate for the arts and small businesses, he has spent 25 years supporting Columbia’s creative community and aligns closely with One Columbia’s mission to elevate local culture.

A creative director and fashion stylist based in Columbia, SC, Danielle Dickens has over a decade of experience championing local talent through video, photography, and storytelling. A former Scene SC contributor and organizer for the Columbia Museum of Art’s Alexander McQueen exhibition celebration, she now leads fashion-forward workshops that mentor and connect emerging creatives.

Caroline Clark is a working ceramic artist and organizer in the Midlands arts community. She is the founder of Soda City Creatives, co-founder of Small Mart and its accompanying exhibition of tiny art, Pocket Places. She is also the creator of Artista Vista's annual Live Art Mart and exhibition Rooted, and serves on the Artista Vista planning committee.

Mario Haynes, Artistic Director of the Anne Frank Center and adjunct theatre professor at USC, holds degrees from the University of Georgia and Harvard University’s American Repertory Theatre Program. An actor and on-camera coach, he continues to perform and collaborate with NiA Theatre Company and PURE Theatre in Charleston.

James Agens, a University of South Carolina graduate, serves as Vice President of Community and Public Relations for the SC Pride Movement and works with AARP as a Campaign and Communications Advocate. He also supports organizational growth as a Business Development and Audience Strategist with the Riter-Byers Group.