Executive Director

clayton@hitfoundation.org | ext. 402

Prior to becoming the Executive Director in April 2018, Clayton was an active board member and Chairperson of the Homeless Services Committee with Home Is The foundation. Previously Clayton was a senior Program Manager with a nationally recognized homeless services agency in Dayton, Ohio. With over fifteen years in the service industry Clayton uniquely began his professional career serving people experiencing homelessness while serving as a Probation Officer for the Dayton Municipal Court. Clayton proudly completed his Bachelor’s degree in 2003 from Indiana Wesleyan University and most recently earned his Master’s Degree from New England College in March of 2018.

Director of Housing Services and Development

lindsay@hitfoundation.org | ext. 409

Lindsay is a Twin Valley South graduate who earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from Wright State University, where she also worked in on-campus housing. She went on to earn a Master of Education in College Student Personnel Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi.

After returning to Preble County in 2014, Lindsay joined Home Is The Foundation in 2019. As Director of Housing Services and Development, she leads the Homeless Services Program and oversees grant writing, event planning, community partnerships, and volunteer engagement.

Lindsay lives in Eaton with her husband, Scott, and their two children. As a family, they stay busy with sports, 4-H, dance, and school activities.

Property Manager

emily@hitfoundation.org | ext. 408

Emily is a 2005 graduate of Twin Valley South High School and previous lifelong resident of Preble County. After working in the banking industry for several years, Emily joined Home Is The Foundation in 2020 as the Senior Home Repair Program Manager. This position gave her the opportunity to do what she loves: helping people and assisting the seniors in her community to stay safely in their own home. However, when the opportunity opened to learn property management, Emily found another passion in our Affordable Housing Program. She along with her husband, Chris, and two daughters now reside in Darke County.

Senior Home Repair Program Manager

aubrey@hitfoundation.org | ext. 406

Aubrey joined Home Is The Foundation as the Senior Home Repair Program Manager in January 2023. She is a graduate of Miami University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Fashion Design. Aubrey began her service career in the entertainment industry but most recently spent several years working for the Preble County District Library, where she realized her passion for helping our community. She is proud to work for H.I.T. Foundation, where her personal values align with the organizational mission of safe and affordable housing for all. Aubrey also spends her time crocheting, reading, and traveling with her husband and son.

Administrative Assistant

admin@hitfoundation.org | ext. 401

A lifelong resident of Preble County and 2005 graduate of Eaton High School and MVCTC, Alana brings years of experience in customer service and administrative support to her role at Home Is The Foundation. She joined the team in February 2025, drawn by a genuine passion for helping others. Her upbeat personality, paired with a natural gift for compassionate empathy, makes her a valued member of our organization.

Alana lives on a mini farm in New Paris with her three children, their chocolate lab named Bear, and a collection of chickens, ducks, and goats. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, cheering on her kids at their activities, swimming, Jeeping, camping, traveling, and hosting gatherings at home.

Case Manager

brandym@hitfoundation.org | ext. 425