Board Members
Darrell Smith Founder/President/Board Chair
Tysha Pollard Smith Vice President
Tysha Pollard Smith Vice President
Darrell Smith is an award-winning filmmaker, founder, and community advocate committed to using film to raise awareness around domestic violence, human trafficking, bullying, and autism. He is the founder of DSS Productions, Terry D Films, and the DSS Black Wall Street International Film Festival, where he creates opportunities for emergi
Darrell Smith is an award-winning filmmaker, founder, and community advocate committed to using film to raise awareness around domestic violence, human trafficking, bullying, and autism. He is the founder of DSS Productions, Terry D Films, and the DSS Black Wall Street International Film Festival, where he creates opportunities for emerging filmmakers, youth, and powerful untold stories—teaching the next generation that it’s more powerful to shoot with a camera instead of a gun.
Tysha Pollard Smith Vice President
Tysha Pollard Smith Vice President
Tysha Pollard Smith Vice President
Tysha Pollard Smith is an actress, producer, and community advocate known for her work in Wrong Number, 17 Days, Destiny and Lies Uncovered. She serves as Vice President and Board Member of DSS Productions Inc., where she helps lead awareness initiatives focused on domestic violence, bullying, and human trafficking.
Rahain DeRiggs Treasurer
Tysha Pollard Smith Vice President
Rahain DeRiggs Treasurer
Rahain DeRiggs is a Marine veteran, entrepreneur, Realtor/Broker, and business leader with a background in real estate, business development, acting ,management and entertainment. He serves as Treasurer of DSS Productions Inc., where he supports the organization’s mission through leadership, strategy, and community impact.