Karena Dykes - The Extension, serves as the liaison between potential and purpose, and has been designed to equip the whole person. Through empowerment, mentoring, coaching & training; The Extension specializes in personal & professional development; bringing about self-awareness, and further equipping each individual with the knowledge, tools, and support needed to become & remain effective in every area.
Check out this great video from last year's show.
Sierra Artemus is an innovative Multimedia Journalist and Television Producer from Columbia, SC. A graduate of Richland Northeast High School, she earned her cosmetology license and later pursued higher education, obtaining degrees from Midlands Technical College and the University of South Carolina in broadcast journalism.
Sierra's career spans various roles, including Morning News Producer at WOLO 25 / ABC Columbia, digital announcer at Bible Way Church, and host of the SiTV podcast and "Carolina Showcase Careers." In 2022, she joined WIS-TV, where she developed and hosts the lifestyle show Soda City Live, which became so successful that it expanded in 2023.
Passionate about community and advocacy, Sierra serves on the board of The Therapy Place, Inc., and champions causes like mental health, black maternal health, and domestic violence. In her spare time, she enjoys family, food, and volunteering. Sierra continues to grow her influence, using her platform to uplift and inspire others.
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