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Naperville, Il

Business Leadership: Led business operations for thriving regional practice (120+ locations and 500+ employees). Designed and implemented new financial systems, controls, and governance. Established best-in-class operational standards, ensuring quality care and standardized compliance metrics.Performance and Growth: Amplified practice growth through strategic acquisitions and organic initiatives. Restructured business model to optimize growth and scalability. Realigned site operations with business strategy and fostered performance-based culture among clinical teams.• Achieved ranking on the "2022 Inc. magazine’s top 5000" list, showcasing outstanding company growth.• Led revenue growth $4M in 2020 to $55+ by 2023 through acquisitions new expansion, and contractual services.• Achieved 10% EBITDA in 2022 with 8 de novo locations and 4 acquisitions.• Expanded to 120+ locations, transitioning the organization for PE backing.• Outperformed industry standards with 95% compliance achievement in 2022.

Business Leadership: Oversaw fiscal and management functions for 30 facilities with $30M net revenue in Phoenix andTucson. Enhanced interdepartmental communication, streamlined redundant processes, and improved budgetary goals.Implemented internal compliance programs.Performance and Growth: Created scalable platform integration of purchased practices. Instituted new enterprise financial process and implemented internal compliance programs.• Led integration of new region company’s largest multi-location acquisition to date.• Created scalable platform for acquisitions and enhanced on-boarding processes.

Chicago,Il

Business Leadership: Drove business performance of major physical therapy provider with $6B+ assets. Led 45+ facilities and team of 4 operational executives, 92 physical therapists, and 95 support staff. Recruited and developed top-tier talent. Refined on-boarding processes, introduced clinical marketing training, and developed managerial growth tracks to bolster staff engagement and retention.Performance and Growth: Oversaw operating budget, delivering $29M in net revenue and $5M in EBITDA. Formulated and executed strategic marketing initiatives to elevate brand awareness and generate community referral growth.M&A Integration: Integrated 3 prominent healthcare companies, following $450M merger of Accelerated Physical Therapy, Athletico Physical Therapy, and Newsome Physical Therapy. Directed strategic planning and spurred growth through integration, operations, marketing initiatives, outreach, and product line expansion.• Led acquisitions integration and marketing strategies; drove 20% YOY growth for newly acquired unit, exceeding forecasted performance.• Achieved record 80% retention rates through staff engagement and recruited top talent.• Improved compliance rates in stringent industry settings by focusing on continuous quality improvement.• Produced 30% YOY same-store EBITDA growth from 2013 to 2014 (6% YOY 2012-2013; 42% YOY 2011-2012).• Introduced multiple product lines, including Club Sports Coordinators, Corporate Health, and Attorney Liaison positions; ensured superior customer service, increased referrals, and improved collections.

Chicago Il

Business Leadership: Drove business performance of major physical therapy provider with $6B+ assets. Led 45+ facilities and team of 4 operational executives, 92 physical therapists, and 95 support staff. Recruited and developed top-tier talent. Refined on-boarding processes, introduced clinical marketing training, and developed managerial growth tracks to bolster staff engagement and retention.Performance and Growth: Oversaw operating budget, delivering $29M in net revenue and $5M in EBITDA. Formulated and executed strategic marketing initiatives to elevate brand awareness and generate community referral growth.M&A Integration: Integrated 3 prominent healthcare companies, following $450M merger of Accelerated Physical Therapy, Athletico Physical Therapy, and Newsome Physical Therapy. Directed strategic planning and spurred growth through integration, operations, marketing initiatives, outreach, and product line expansion.• Led acquisitions integration and marketing strategies; drove 20% YOY growth for newly acquired unit, exceeding forecasted performance.• Achieved record 80% retention rates through staff engagement and recruited top talent.• Improved compliance rates in stringent industry settings by focusing on continuous quality improvement.• Produced 30% YOY same-store EBITDA growth from 2013 to 2014 (6% YOY 2012-2013; 42% YOY 2011-2012).• Introduced multiple product lines, including Club Sports Coordinators, Corporate Health, and Attorney Liaison positions; ensured superior customer service, increased referrals, and improved collections.

Greater Chicago Area

Led 18 facilities with full management and fiscal responsibility, reporting to CEO. Drove operational success through clinical excellence, education, and professional accountability. Worked with cross-functional teams and business units to achieve territory goals. Developed referral relationship through direct marketing, clinical engagement, and team development.• Exceeded budgeted expectations consistently, leading a team of 18 facilities.• Fostered clinical excellence, education, and accountability for operational success

Plainfield, Il

Managed de-novo development and facility growth, achieving fiscal success within first year of operation. Recruited clinical and support staff. Introduced innovative programs, mastering Functional Capacity Evaluations and Work Conditioning Programming. Engaged regularly as a speaker to local physician groups, healthcare providers, Case Management groups, and communities. Boosted referral growth at the site level by enhancing clinical engagement, customer service, and building strong relationships with referral sources. Developed and implemented specialized rehabilitation and testing programs.• Successfully developed and grew new facilities, achieving fiscal success within first year.• Presented to physician groups and built referral relationships.• Drove programs and community engagement.

Greater Chicago Area

Managed two site De-Novo development and growth. Also responsible for management of existing Physical Therapy practice.• Developed and implemented specialized rehabilitation and testing programs. • Involved with initial rehabilitation of Lumbar Disc replacement patients.

South Sacramento, Ca

Mpt, Physical Therapy/Therapist

Bachelor'S Degree, Biology, General