T.J.'s Place of Hope

Founder + Secretary 
+ Facilitator

Cheryl Crabtree (Mom of TJ)

Cheryl has been a Board member of T.J.’s Place of Hope since it was started in
2006. Cheryl has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from West Virginia
State College and a Master of Science Degree from Marshall University in
Industrial and Occupational Safety Management.
Cheryl worked approximately 20 years in industrial safety but after losing her son
in 2005, she switched her career and started her own business. She started
Petway In-Home Pet Care where she currently still works and feels that caring for
animals has helped her to heal.

Board Member of Technology/Social Media & Fundraising
+ Facilitator

Alicia Donovan Brainerd

If you could have a five-minute conversation with anyone who knows me Alicia you will hear: I’m an Engineering Manager at Salesforce and I work remote. I’m driven, lovely, carry hand sanitizer in my car because I have a thing with dirty ATM buttons and gas station pumps. I’m optimistic, I love learning new things, I believe I am a loyal person, well-traveled, and enjoy life. I’m a proven leader of women advocating developmental and authenticity through seminars, enjoy tidiness, competitive at everything, dance in my car, and give credit when it’s due. I want to understand the why’s and where’s. I laugh at my own jokes because I think I’m hilarious.I coordinate my closet by sleeve length and color and cannot live without music at all times.

I  hold a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Holistic Counseling degree from Salve Regina University, where I graduated in the top of my class. 

Evolving technology, social media platforms, YOGA and developing people are my passions and areas of expertise. These skills I have acquired have created a solid foundation that enables me to manage and lead people effectively.

I just want to learn, help people, and be curious every day.

President

David Ball

Dave and his wife, Kathy, currently reside in Springboro after 26 years of residency in Centerville. Dave is an independent sales rep who covers Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Kentucky. He has done considerable international travel. Dave has been the Assistant Junior Varsity baseball coach at Centerville for 14 years.

Dave and Kathy have three children – Dan, 36 who resides in Loveland, OH; Melissa, 32 who resides in Cincinnati, OH; and Molly, 26 who resides in Chicago, IL. Dan and his wife Kara have blessed Dave and Kathy with two grandchildren, Katelyn (7) and Lizzy (5).

Dave graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 1977 as did Kathy. He has a BBA in Marketing.

Board Member of Community Outreach + Fundraising

Mike Bastion

12 plus years clinical addiction specialist with Indivior calling on Md’s, PA’s NP’s and healthcare professionals treating OUD.  More than 25 years experience overall in the healthcare business.  Serving on the TJs Place of Hope board for 10 years.  Dedicated husband and father of 2 children.

President of TJ’s Place of Hope

Brendan Cunningham

With over 20 years of experience advising clients, Brendan leads a team that is focused on providing comprehensive wealth management for his clients.

Brendan is actively involved in community initiatives and volunteers as President of T.J.’s Place of Hope in Centerville, in part to honor his brother Rory who died in 2012.

He holds a BA from Wright State University, majoring in Financial Services.

Brendan and his wife Aimee reside in Washington Township and are the proud parents of Dylan, Connor, and Caitlyn.