"Artesia Strange is a dependable and service driven professional who consistently demonstrates strong leadership, initiative, and a commitment to excellence. Over the past two years supporting our Let’s Talk My Mental Health Matters community initiative, she has proven herself to be reliable, adaptable, and highly engaged, consistently stepping in where needed and following through with care and professionalism.

Beyond execution, Artesia demonstrates leadership through initiative and vision. She is proactive and solutions oriented, contributing ideas that enhance community engagement and taking ownership in identifying and connecting additional resources to support the success and growth of our outreach efforts.

Artesia has also stepped into a meaningful leadership role within our church as a Care Partner, where she walks alongside new members, supporting their development, helping them acclimate to the culture, and fostering a sense of connection and belonging. This role reflects her ability to lead with empathy, consistency, and integrity.

She carries herself with a calm, positive presence, communicates effectively, and leads both through service and example. Artesia is an emerging leader whose impact is both steady and meaningful, and she would be a valuable asset in any professional or community setting."