The NEXTLEVEL Owner Podcast

What Owners Need To Know Amidst Increasing Uncertainty

Our series continues with Paul Martin talking with Richard Leaver, CEO of Alliance PT Partners, about turbulence in the current PT market. Richard offers practical advice for rehab owners navigating a complex 2025 landscape.

M&A Expert Weighs In On Market Uncertainty

Our series continues with Paul Martin interviewing AJ McDeavitt, Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions for Select Medical. AJ offers his seasoned perspective on where the market may be headed in these turbulent times.

Veteran Founder Offers a Perspective on the Path Ahead

Larry Benz, founder of Confluent Health, joins Paul to discuss how inflation, interest rates, and the election are shaping the rehab M&A market and what PT business owners should weigh in 2025.

Have You Adapted Your Recruitment Strategy to the New Generation Yet?

Eric Smith, founder and CEO of TalentCare, joins Paul to discuss recruiting Gen Z and millennial staff in PT and ABA, from fast candidate engagement and career sites to employer branding and reviews.

Founder of Major Acquirer Offers Insights on the Market's Direction

This week, Paul welcomes Larry Benz, founder of Confluent Health, back to discuss the coming trends of 2025, and what owners need to know in order to stay ahead of the curve.

How To Grow In Uncertain Times

In the first episode of our new series, Paul speaks with Rick Lybbert, CEO of Mountain Land Physical Therapy. Rick asserts that despite growing instability, owners can still focus on growth. Rick also offers key insights into how you can make your company stronger.

Clarity Amid The Chaos: What Rehab Owners Need To Know

As uncertainty in the market grows, Paul is launching a new series of interviews that will cut through the noise by consulting the top acquirers in this market, giving rehab owners a roadmap for growth.

Revisiting an Acquirer's Perspective on How Innovation Can Increase Your Company's Market Value

Rob Pace, COO of Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN), joins Paul to discuss why growth matters to acquirers and how productivity, staff retention, and AI can raise the value of a PT practice.

A New Recruitment Strategy for a New Generation

This week Paul speaks with Eric Smith, Founder of Talentcare, to discuss the evolving needs of the newest generation of staff, and how you can begin to innovate in your hiring and retention efforts.

What is Your Company's Potential For Growth?

As the market pressure continues to increase, owners need to begin thinking about growth more than ever before. Join Paul this week as he introduces a tool offered by MHA that can streamline your path to growth, offering guidance and support now and far into the future.

A Fresh, External Look At Your Company To Power Your Next Big Move

Our episode this week is all about how you can make a significant impact on the growth of your company by changing your perspective. Join Paul as he takes a deep dive into one of MHA's most powerful tools: The Outside-In Assessment.

Seldom Talked About Innovations That Boost Your Bottom Line

This week, Paul welcomes Bridget Yeager and Todd Taggart from Athelas to discuss the tools their company is offering clinic owners that can drive revenue in both direct and indirect ways.

The Changes This Acquirer Is Forecasting Are Closer Than You Think

Steve Chenoweth, CEO of Therapy Partner Solutions, returns this week to discuss recent events that are sure to have an impact on our industry, potentially as soon as this year.

A Promising Innovation That Could Drive Profit To Your Bottom Line

Paul welcomes the leadership of UGen Health to the show, as CEO Rob Heiser and Sales Leader Chad DiGennaro explain how their innovative product is helping business owners generate more revenue.

Financials vs Culture: Learn This Acquirer's Perspective

This week, Paul welcomes back Michelle Collie, CEO of Highbar Physical Therapy. Michelle discusses how her company evaluates acquisition partners, and the kinds of attributes that could potentially make a company less desirable.

6 Key Predictions for 2025 To Shape Your Growth Strategy: Part 2

This week, Paul continues his series of predictions regarding trends most likely to affect owners in 2025. Find out how you can take advantage of these insights to grow your business and prepare for a partnership.

Part 3: 6 Key Predictions for 2025 To Shape Your Growth Strategy

This week, Paul concludes his series of predictions regarding the trends that will have the greatest impact on M&A in 2025. Discover how you can take advantage of these insights to position yourself for the greatest possible deal.

What this Landmark Deal Means for Rehab M&A

This week, Paul addresses the recent announcement that Doctors of Physical Therapy has acquired Empower Physical Therapy. Watch now to find out how this transformative deal will reverberate throughout our industry.

6 Key Predictions for 2025

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This Acquirer Shared The Market Factors That Indicate Future Trends

This week, Paul talks with Kurt Baumgartel, CEO of CORA Physical Therapy, who identifies several key market factors that could give an indication of where our market is headed.

An Acquirer Offers His Viewpoint On Fast-Approaching Market Factors

For our first interview of 2025, Paul welcomes back John Gallucci, CEO of JAG PT. John offers his perspective on recent changes, as well as anticipated developments that could have a major impact on the rehab M&A landscape.

Here Are 6 Market Factors That Will Make 2025 A Pivotal Year

This week, Paul reflects on what lies ahead for Rehab M&A in what promises to be a pivotal year.

A Merry Christmas Message From Paul

Paul takes a moment to reflect on the power of giving and the true meaning of Christmas.

A Grateful Message, Often Left Unsaid

This week, Paul speaks directly to you, our loyal viewers, and shares a feeling of gratefulness about the heart and dedication of small privately held business owners in this industry.