Caalma is a family-friendly coworking space, providing flexibility and productivity, to those who simply need to get things done.
Caalma is the join-effort of the Cadena Family. Originally the brainchild of Rebecca after having her first child, and struggling to juggle motherhood and work, it soon became an undertaking of the whole family. Rebecca used her architecture expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to renovate the building we inhabit in Walnut Hills. Kyle, with his background in Operations and Music, keeps things organized and lively. Alma loves to design new Montessori works for the younger kids in the Play Space, Izzy keeps artwork on the walls, and Etta is along for the ride and comedic effect.
We love to be together as a family, and we want to make that possible for your family too!
When you work at Caalma, the whole family is welcome, and we strive to be...
Who Are We?
A Village for the Modern Family
Rebecca Dorff Cadena
Licensed architect, entrepreneur, wife, and mother of 3 daughters, Becca is the founder and co-owner of Caalma. Apart from running Caalma, she also owns and manages Schickel Design - an architecture and interior design firm. Becca brings her love of design to everything she does - including business structure, children's programming, space planning, household organization and more. Caalma brings together these varied skills and interests into one place - a place where work and family meet - a home for the soul.
Kyle Cadena
Kyle is the co-owner of Caalma, alongside his wife, Becca. Kyle has a background in music and audio engineering. Most recently, he was the Director of Operations at the Music Resource Center in Cincinnati - an afterschool program for teens. Taking all that he learned running MRC for over 8 years, Kyle plans to increase music related programming and events at Caalma, while also acting as the main point of contact for clients, facilities and supplies management, and helping with all things technological.
Talea Chenault
Talea graduated from Northern Kentucky University with a degree in Special Education and Teaching in 2017. She has since worked as a professional nanny, and also owns and runs her own small business, Nanny McTea Sitters. Nanny McTea Sitters provides nanny placement services, as well as event childcare. Childcare providers lead the children in age-focused activities and games, creating a nurturing, engaging, and secure setting for kids of all ages.
Sarah Pfander
Sarah graduated from Ohio University with a degree in Interior Architecture. Sarah has been a vital asset to Caalma, helping Becca bring Caalma from an idea to reality- helping plan, implement and execute the renovation, design and business model. Sarah's sharp eye for interior design helped shape each space, creating Caalma's unique and cozy environment. You can find her at Caalma daily, and she is the area printer expert!
Caalma has been an idea of mine ever since my first daughter Alma was born and I was struggling to juggle motherhood and work when we lived in New York. I love my work and I love being a mother. They are the two facets of my life that make it full and happy. But, sometimes it can feel like total chaos, where I am doing neither job very well.
They say it takes a village to raise a child. That is my goal with Caalma - to create a village for the modern family. The name Caalma is short for “Casa de Alma”, which means “Home for the Soul” in Spanish. That is what I want Caalma Coworking and Childcare to be for parents. Your children get excellent care with you right upstairs, and you are part of a vibrant community of other families. Caalma is a village for the modern family, where everyone is seen and supported in whatever stage of life they are in.
We believe that people of all ages have a natural symbiosis — children should be able to see adults at work, young people share companionship, families support each other, and elders offer guidance and insight. To silo people off in their own little bubbles does us all a disservice. The stages of life are not meant to be separate from one another in this way.
I know that I am my best, most whole self when I can bring together my work and my family in a meaningful way. Caalma exists to make this possible for you!
- Rebecca Dorff Cadena
Executive Director
I hope your soul can find a home here.
Caalma, short for “Casa de Alma,”
means
“Home for the Soul”
