Our team

VSU is led by its founder, Randi Owen, and by Michael Benovic, who manages vocational services.

Portrait of Randi Owen.

Randi Owen

President & CEO | Forensic Rehabilitation Consultant

Randi founded VSU in 1994 and has spent more than 35 years in vocational rehabilitation, forensic consulting, and case management. She provides forensic vocational services to law firms across Ohio, Michigan, and West Virginia, and oversees VSU’s operations and contract relationships statewide.

A lifelong Ohioan, Randi stays active through Pilates and charity walks. Outside of work, she is usually traveling somewhere new or at home with her family and her dog, Bella.

Education
B.S., Behavioral Biology, Marietta College
M.A. and M.Ed., Columbia University
Forensic training
Forensic Rehab Certification, George Washington University
Certifications
CRC (Certified Rehabilitation Counselor)
CVE
CCM (Certified Case Manager)
CARF Certified
Portrait of Michael Benovic.

Michael Benovic

Manager of Vocational Services

Michael has more than 15 years in vocational rehabilitation. He started in VSU’s computer lab in 2011 and worked his way to leading multi-county operations. He oversees the team and directs VSU’s employment programs.

An Ohio native, Michael lives in the Cleveland area with his wife and two young children. He is a die-hard Cleveland sports fan and spends many fall Sundays in the Dawg Pound.

Education
B.A., Bowling Green State University
Certifications
CESP (Certified Employment Support Professional)
WIP

Work with us

VSU is always glad to hear from people interested in vocational rehabilitation.