Festival Officials

Full time owner/operator of his security business, GHP Services. He was born and raised in Springboro and year after year dedicated countless hours to making sure our festival runs smoothly. He has volunteered on the Springboro Christmas Festival committee for over 30 years!

Doug Buchy has lived in Springboro since 1999, when he and his family were transferred to a joint billet at WPAFB. After retiring from 21 years as a Navy officer, Doug got really involved in service to our community. He has served on the Springboro Board of Education, been President of the Springboro Rotary Club, served as Rotary International District Governor for the entire southwest quadrant of Ohio, a life member of VFW Post 7596, and is a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 14400. In 2008 he was the Memorial Day Grand Marshall and has remained on the Memorial Day Parade committee ever since. Doug has been involved with the Christmas in Historical Springboro planning committee for the last ten years. His responsibilities include the Opening Ceremonies Committee Chair and recently elected to be the Festival Committee Vice President.

Springboro, OH has been my hometown since 1992. I’m an SHS grad and I raised my 4 children in the 45066! My family has benefited from the support & love in this community, it truly takes a village. I responded to a volunteer request on social media in 2021 and felt drawn to get involved and give back. I had no idea how much good this festival does! I have enjoyed the challenge of wearing different hats to try to improve and help grow this festival each and every year. It’s stressful but feels good to give back!!! For my day job, I work as a Mortgage Loan Originator at Union Savings Bank. This committee is a big group project with a talented committed of volunteers who share the same love for Springboro!

Heather Powell has called Springboro home since 2018, and in that time, she’s become a valued and active member of the community. Her involvement with the Christmas in Springboro festival began in 2021 and 2022, where she volunteered her time to help with the annual parade. Her enthusiasm made an impact, leading to her appointment as Co-Parade Chair in 2023. Beyond her leadership role in the parade, Heather has consistently contributed to various other facets of the festival, demonstrating her commitment to creating a festive and enjoyable experience for all. Now, as a member of the festival’s board, she is eager to apply her experience and passion to the continued growth and success of Christmas in Springboro, envisioning a bright future for this beloved community tradition.