Meet Our Team
We believe every family in the area deserves tailor made in-home senior care with a compassionate touch. That's why we established Home Instead® of Gahanna, OH.
Ben Karakunnel, Franchise Owner
With over 8 years of hands-on experience as a Home Instead owner, Ben Karakunnel brings an abundance of expertise to his role in leading and managing the flagship office of the Home Instead network. Before delving into the realm of home care, he occupied executive positions in the entertainment industry, honing his skills in research, data analytics, marketing, and P&L management. Ben's unwavering commitment to fostering leadership within his team and cultivating a supportive work culture mirrors his unwavering pursuit of excellence. Outside of his professional endeavors, he finds fulfillment in the joys and challenges of parenthood alongside his wife, Treasa, and their twin 6-year-old daughters, Alexis and Francesca.
ben.karakunnel@homeinstead.com
Nick Singh, Franchise Owner
Nick's story is one of resilience and dedication. From his humble beginnings on a farm in Fiji to his journey as a corporate leader in Orange County, California, Nick's unwavering commitment to family values has been the guiding force in his life. His decision to transition into entrepreneurship, marked by the acquisition of our Home Instead Franchise in Costa Mesa, California, is a testament to his deep-seated desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Beyond his professional endeavors, Nick finds joy in spending time with his family, often seen exploring the wonders of Disneyland or cheering on his beloved Las Vegas Raiders.
Annette Bowman, President
Annette's responsibilities include managing Service Coordinators, On-Call supervisors, client and Care Professional schedules and any client concerns. After a 20-year career in retail management, she started researching companies that she felt had a personal value to their service and a connection to the community. She has found that with Home Instead. Annette and her husband, along with their two children reside in Hebron, Ohio.
Buffy Fisher, General Manager
Buffy Fisher first worked for Home Instead as a Care Professional in 2016 and was touched by how much being with her client was like being with her favorite person, her grandmother. She re-joined Home Instead in 2021.
Before joining Home Instead, Buffy worked for several retailers in leadership roles with a strong emphasis on training and leadership development. Buffy’s background and desire to help others become successful translates well to the Home Instead clients and Care Professionals.
“Seniors are a treasure! They deserve to have the 1:1 attention, love and care that Home Instead provides. I am so honored to be able to help impact their lives in such a special way,” explains Buffy.
When not working, Buffy enjoys spending time with her other favorite people – her grandchildren. She and her husband also enjoy being outside, gardening and reading a good book at the beach.
Shaunda Tichgelaar, Development & Training Coordinator
Caring for and helping others learn is something Shaunda has been doing for most of her adult years. She is excited to partner with Care Professionals and help them learn effective caregiving skills while offering aging adults respectful and compassionate person-centered care.
Originally from Portland, Oregon, Shaunda has traveled with her husband and cats through a few states in the US before making their home in Columbus, Ohio. She loves to read, craft, and explore nature, usually while enjoying a nicely made cup of tea.
Ronna Paree, Director of First Impressions
Ronna has been with the company for over 20 years and as an experienced Home Instead Care Professional herself, knows the Home Instead mission well. When you call the office you will usually hear Ronna's cheerful voice greeting you. Ronna also completes Care Professional introductions and provides them with expert in home training as needed.
Ronna loves her job at Home Instead because it has made a difference in her life and hopes to continue making a difference in the lives of our Care Professionals and clients.
Jessica Sass, Client Care Coordinator
As a Client Care Coordinator, Jessica meets with potential clients and family members, does client and Care Professional introductions as well as frequent quality assurance visits with existing clients. Jessica’s goals are to ensure high quality care and client satisfaction at all times.
Jessica is from the Cleveland area and moved to Columbus after finishing grad school. She always knew she wanted to work with older adults and says Home Instead was the perfect find. She loves being able to work for a company that is so passionate and understanding of the needs of older adults and strives to keep them safe, and comfortable wherever they call home.
Our Team
Your Home Instead team in Gahanna, OH possesses a heartfelt desire to work with seniors in the community. It is our ultimate goal to forge extraordinary relationships between our clients and their Care Professionals.
When you are ready for help, our caring staff is on call to quickly answer your questions and accommodate your senior services needs.
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