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.

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.

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.

Rachel Fludd is an arts administrator and museum professional whose work centers on strengthening connections between cultural institutions and the communities they serve. With more than five years of experience across museums and nonprofit arts organizations, she has built a career developing innovative public programs, cultivating community partnerships, and creating meaningful opportunities for audiences to engage with art, history, and culture. She currently serves as Public Program Coordinator at the South Carolina State Museum, where she develops interpretive content and educational resources, manages exhibition-related programming, and leads cross-departmental collaboration to deliver dynamic public experiences. Prior to joining the State Museum, Rachel served as Engagement Assistant at the Columbia Museum of Art, supporting artist partnerships, public programs, and institutional initiatives focused on audience engagement and accessibility. She previously served as Program Manager and Public Information Officer at One Columbia for Arts and Culture, where she led community-based arts initiatives, managed strategic communications, and worked closely with artists, nonprofit organizations, civic leaders, and creative entrepreneurs to strengthen Columbia's cultural landscape. Rachel earned a Master of Arts in Arts Administration from Winthrop University and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Columbia College. Her professional interests include public history, exhibition development, arts advocacy, and community-centered programming. She is committed to expanding access to the arts and fostering meaningful partnerships that enrich South Carolina's creative sector.

A longtime advocate for the arts, Hembree is recognized for his leadership in theater, arts administration, and community engagement. He champions accessibility in the performing arts through his work with the Inclusive Theatre Company of South Carolina and has served on the boards of The Jasper Project, Congaree Vista Guild, Arts Access SC, and One Columbia for Arts and Culture. In 2026, he received the Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award for his leadership, creativity, and lasting contributions to Columbia’s cultural landscape. We are proud to have his experience and passion back on the OC board!

Courtney Thomas (she/they) is an advocate, activist, and pop culture lover. Her work centers the joys and triumphs of the Black South. She is a culture worker from Mississippi by way of South Carolina. She loves good poetry, warm soil, and strong coffee (in no particular order).

Ashley Warthen is a portrait artist, arts librarian and published illustrator from Columbia, SC who is known for her splashy, vibrant acrylic ink paintings of animals and people. Ashley enjoys mixing media and trying new techniques, which allows her style to evolve naturally. Though her figurative work often explores aspects of the female experience, she is inspired by the beauty of Klimt, the energy of van Gogh and the powerful visual storytelling of illustrators like Jerry Pinkney; she's drawn to storytelling through the art of picture books for children.