Current Heart Members

Love All Things Home is led by former educators Alisa Tackett and Lisa Bakita , who now help clients buy, sell, and prepare homes with clarity and care. Their work combines real estate expertise with staging, design insight, and an educational approach. They are proud to support and connect with fellow small businesses through Heart of Centerville.

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Hi! I’m Courtney, the founder of The Stylish Organizer. I help busy families and professionals create homes that feel lighter, calmer, and easier to live in — without getting rid of the things they love.
From cluttered kitchens and overstuffed closets to offices, basements, and garages, I design personalized organizing systems that are both beautiful and practical, so they actually work for your real life.

My goal is simple: to create spaces that feel peaceful, polished, and completely you — because when your space works, everything else feels a little easier. 💛

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Hi, I’m the founder of BEadCAUSE—a small jewelry brand with a big heart.
 
Giving back has always been part of my life. I’ve spent years volunteering, fundraising, and supporting different causes. Even after being diagnosed with MS in 2011, I stayed committed to helping where I could.
 
In 2021, I was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease and had to pause everything to focus on my health. Two years later, I was incredibly blessed to receive a life-saving kidney transplant. During recovery, I discovered beading—and it became both therapy and inspiration.
 
That’s how BEadCAUSE was born in 2024. I started making handmade bracelets, necklaces, and accessories using natural gemstones and crystals. Some designs raise awareness for causes close to my heart, others are inspired by the beauty of everyday life. But every piece supports a community organization or meaningful cause.
 
I hope you find something you love—and every time you wear it, you’ll know you’re helping make a difference.

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Frederick Duff, MBA | Partner & Senior Mortgage Officer | Data Analytics Professional
Frederick Duff is a Wilmington-based mortgage professional and data scientist with over 20 years of experience helping clients and businesses make smarter financial decisions. As Partner and Senior Mortgage Officer at Queen City Mortgage, Frederick brings a rare combination of hands-on lending expertise and advanced analytics to every client relationship — whether that's helping a family navigate a home purchase or advising business partners on market trends.
What sets Frederick apart is his background in data science. He holds an MBA in Data Analytics from Bellarmine University, along with postgraduate credentials from UT Austin McCombs, MIT, and Purdue, and currently teaches graduate-level MBA analytics courses at Bellarmine University. He also built and maintains a real estate forecasting platform that predicts home sales, interest rate trends, and market conditions with over 97% accuracy — a tool he uses to give clients and referral partners a genuine edge in volatile markets.
Frederick is passionate about connecting the local business community with better data-driven insights, and he's excited to bring that perspective to Heart of Centerville.

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Join P3 - Paula’s Paranormal Project and step into the shadows where the unknown becomes reality. As your ultimate destination for all things spooky, P3 offers a unique blend of history, mystery, hospitality, and the supernatural.
Our tours are led by passionate guides, experience the latest in ghost-hunting gear, haunted weekend getaways, immersive travel packages, and much more!!!

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Simply Organized Dayton is an all-women team of professional organizers ready to make your home, classroom, or business more peaceful, beautiful, and functional. We don’t just organize, we establish systems tailored to your unique spaces to make sure you can keep up with the new habits and newly found order even after we leave. From small spaces to entire-home overhauls, we are here to help every step of the way.
Simply Organized Dayton: Reducing the chaos of life, one space at a time.

Lacy Owens is a trusted real estate professional serving the Dayton, Ohio area and beyond. With a passion for helping clients find the perfect home or sell with confidence, Lacy brings expertise, dedication, and a personal touch to every transaction. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, she's here to guide you every step of the way. Partnering with me means choosing someone passionate about exceeding your expectations.

The Scratching Post Cat Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice devoted exclusively to cats. At the Scratching Post Cat Hospital, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality care to enhance the well-being and quality of life of every patient. We schedule longer appointments which allows our veterinarians to do a thorough exam in a calm, unhurried and compassionate atmosphere. It is our goal to educate and involve each client in a lifetime care plan for their cat.

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Carolines Handcrafted is a mother/daughter owned business. We are celebrating 9 years in business. We handcraft and hand stitch baby blankets. Our product line also includes baby bibs and pet blankets. We sell our products at local craft fairs in Cincinnati and Dayton. Our products are unique and are not found in the big box retailer.
Visit our etsy shop at: shopatcarolines.

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A SUPERIOR LINE OF HANDCRAFTED CANDLES AND WAX MELTS!

Welcome to my profile! Look, I enjoy encouraging others. I've lived and overcame circumstantial depression. I know about navigating through imperfect family dynamics. I made many mistakes in my social life early on wanting to be accepted. I know now how to deal with loneliness and rejection. I gained some time management, communication, and emotional intelligence skills through therapy. I pursued my board certifications in health and life coaching after discovering my life purpose, which is being an Encourager for someone. I successfully hosted 2 women conferences and provided a platform for several speakers to offer their talents aiding me to encourage the attendees through workshops, lectures, and resources. With my personal experience, 100+ hours of coaching training, collaborations, add that with my faith in God, I'm confident I can help you in accomplishing your goals. Book a free discovery session with me at https://www.jehannecoaching.com/about

Danielle Fritz has been a longtime advocate for Centerville’s small business community, serving as one of the original founding members of the Heart of Centerville. Her family’s business, Centerville Coin & Jewelry, has been a trusted name in the region since the 1970s, operating from their building at 38 W. Franklin Street, right in the center of town.
Centerville Coin & Jewelry continues to serve clients by appointment only, offering expert services in:
• 💍 Jewelry and watch repair
• 🪙 Coin, bullion, and estate liquidation
• 📜 Appraisals for insurance and probate
At the heart of these services is Shirley Fritz whose decades of experience and approval by the Ohio Probate Court make her a reliable resource for collectors and families alike.
In recent years, the Fritz family has reimagined their historic building to create 38 West Workspaces—a flexible, community-driven space that reflects both tradition and innovation. During the week, 38 West operates as a coworking space for entrepreneurs, creatives, and remote professionals. On weekends, it transforms into a venue for microevents, pop-ups, and local gatherings.
Whether you’re seeking expert coin and jewelry services or a place to work and connect, the Fritz family welcomes you to experience the warmth, professionalism, and creativity that have defined their presence in Centerville for over five decades.

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Hi, I'm Missy Bogner, owner of Missy's Dashing Nail Studio and Independent Brand Ambassador with Red Aspen. I help women feel confident and beautiful with reusable press-on nails, clean skincare, and high-performance make-up. From salon-quality nails at home to the best-selling mascara, I'm here to make beauty fun, affordable and empowering.

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Nicole, owner of Anchored Custom Designs, combines creativity and service through custom home décor and specialty school fundraisers. A proud Navy veteran, wife, and mother of three, she is passionate about giving back while helping others create personalized spaces they love.

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SimplicIT is focused on providing enterprise-class managed services and consulting to companies of all types and sizes. We have substantial experience working with many different types of businesses, both for-profit and non-profit, providing managed services and consulting expertise to ensure our customer's IT needs are met on time and under budget. At SimplicIT, we are committed to providing you with the highest level of IT support and guidance to ensure your company's long-term success in an ever-changing market. Our solutions may be complex in design but are simple in operation and execution. This ultimately allows you to spend less time worrying about IT and more time focusing on the essential objectives critical to your business operations.