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Dan Rootenberg Receives the 2025 Vistage Lifetime Achievement Award

Spear Physical & Occupational Therapy proudly announces that Dan Rootenberg, its CEO and Co-Founder, has been honored with the 2025 Vistage Lifetime Achievement Award. This accolade, awarded by the leading CEO coaching and peer advisory organization, recognizes outstanding leaders in high-performing, growth-focused companies across the nation.

Recognition of Leadership and Commitment

The Vistage Lifetime Achievement Award highlights long-standing members who have significantly impacted their businesses, communities, and peers. Awardees are celebrated for their substantial contributions, unwavering dedication to growth, and their enduring commitment to excellence in leadership. Dan Rootenberg exemplifies these values, continuously demonstrating that true leadership involves constant learning and adaptation.

Dan's journey with Spear began in 1999, when he co-founded the organization with a clear vision: to merge clinical excellence with a stellar customer experience. Over the years, he has transformed Spear into a formidable force within the physical therapy industry, boasting over 70 locations across New York City, Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey, and Connecticut, and employing more than 1,000 dedicated individuals.

Under Dan's guidance, Spear has achieved remarkable milestones. Notably, they are the sole physical therapy practice to have earned the 'National Practice of the Year' award twice. Additionally, they have received multiple accolades as a SmartCEO Future 50 company and recognition as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist in New York. Spear has also made an impressive eight appearances on the Inc. 5000 list, a definitive ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

A Leader Whose Impact is Felt Across the Board

Dan Rootenberg expressed his gratitude towards the Vistage organization for this prestigious recognition, stating, "Receiving this Lifetime Achievement Award is profoundly meaningful to me because it reflects the very heart of my purpose as a leader. Developing leaders has been a driving force throughout my career. There's nothing more rewarding than watching people grow and helping them reach their potential. Vistage has been invaluable in that journey, providing a space where we can challenge each other, learn together, and become better leaders side by side. This recognition is a reflection of the incredible team at Spear, whose dedication to excellence inspires me every day."

About Vistage Worldwide, Inc.

Vistage is a premier leadership organization that has been aiding CEOs and business owners for decades. Through confidential peer groups and one-on-one executive coaching, Vistage empowers its members to tackle their most significant challenges while making informed decisions that benefit their companies and communities alike. Members of Vistage report transformative experiences, as they grow through shared learning and support.

About Spear Physical Therapy

Founded in 1999, Spear has significantly evolved from its humble beginnings in a small treatment room in midtown Manhattan. Today, it comprises over 70 clinics situated throughout the Tri-State Area. With a commitment to delivering empathetic, personalized care, Spear caters to a diverse clientele, including Olympic athletes and Broadway stars. Their promise to provide clinical excellence combined with meaningful human connection enables them to help individuals improve their mobility and overall well-being, getting them back to what they love most. For more information, visit spearcenter.com.