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Clinic Director Zach received his bachelor’s degree in Applied Health from Azusa Pacific University which included multiple science courses including advanced anatomy courses. In 2005 he received a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Azusa Pacific University.
He began working in an outpatient setting immediately following graduation while simultaneously taking courses through a nine month manual orthopedic physical therapy course to prepare him for his Orthopedic Clinical Specialist exam. He received his OCS certification and has continued to use his knowledge in an outpatient orthopedic setting. When he is not treating patients in the clinic he enjoys being outdoors playing basketball, surfing, running, and spending time with his co-worker and wife Becky.
Education Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, California College of the Redwoods, Eureka, California |
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Rebecca Luce, PT, DPT Becky received her bachelor’s degree in Applied Health from Azusa Pacific University in 2002. In 2007 she received a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, California.
She focused her internships on pediatrics and orthopedics. She enjoys treating patients of all ages. She is also fluent in English and Spanish. In her free time she enjoys playing basketball, volleyball, swimming, and reading.
Education Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, California |
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James E. Glinn Sr., PT James E. Glinn Sr. is a Founder and former President of Glinn and Giordano Physical Therapy, Bakersfield, CA and Bacci and Glinn Physical Therapy, Visalia, California. He is currently practicing at Central Valley Physical Therapy in Bakersfield, California.
Jim has a 30 plus year career in the San Joaquin Valley and pioneered and presented the first Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Courses in Fresno, California where he was an Adjunct Professor at California State University Physical Therapy Program. He has been a featured speaker at countless professional conferences and seminars and is a consultant to numerous physical therapy practices across the U.S.
He is a former TAC Masters All-American in Track & Field and his athletic experiences run the gamut from Power and Olympic weight lifting to finishing the Hawaiian Ironman Triathlon, the 100 mile Western States Endurance Run and dozens of Marathons. Jim has a special interest in Senior Wellness and Fitness both professionally and personally. With a special passion for backpacking, he recently completed hiking the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. His other interests include Native American and Western History studies as well as spending as much time as possible with his granddaughters Mia and Elle. Education |
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Matthew Schweitzer, DPT, CSCS Matt grew up in Alaska loving the outdoors. He went to Montana for all his higher education and training. Matt comes to Bakersfield with experience working with beginning exercisers to recreational/competitive athletes both from physical therapy and performance training perspectives.
He enjoys working with his clients to help them reach their goals through the rehabilitation process. He will be starting an orthopedic residency program to further his education. In Matt’s spare time he competes in triathlons and foot races. He also enjoys biking and hiking.
Education Nora Staael-Evert Professional Achievement Award Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, September 2007 |
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Brad Stillwagon, PT, DPT Brad was born and raised on the Central Coast of California, grew up in Buelton and has family in the Santa Barbara area. His interest in physical therapy began while at UCSB, and developed while working as a PT Aide in Goleta.
Brad’s professional interests include working with high school athletes to teach them the importance of strength and conditioning, as well as specializing in golf injury rehabilitation and fitness. He will soon be starting his residency to become Board Certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. Apart from physical therapy, Brad enjoys all types of outdoor physical activity, including skateboarding, baseball and cycling just to name a few.
Education University of California Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA |
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Assistant Front Office Manager Kelly received her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis on health fitness and her personal training credential from ACSM in May 2009. Kelly started out at Central Valley Physical Therapy as an aide but shifted to the Front Office Manager when the opportunity arose.
Although she loved working directly with patients, Kelly has found the opportunity of managing the office to be an exciting new challenge and has thoroughly enjoyed learning and relating with patients in a whole new arena. When she is not at the clinic she enjoys running, camping, and going to the beach.
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Administrative and Billing services provided by the Movement for Life Team in San Luis Obispo, CA.
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President Kelly Sanders grew up here on the central coast. After graduating from Atascadero High School is 1992, she went on to receive a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and a minor in Exercise and Health Science from the University of California at Santa Barbara.
In 1999, she received a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California. Following graduation, Kelly completed a one-year residency program in orthopedic physical therapy at Kaiser West Los Angeles and Fortanasce & Associates Physical Therapy. She is board certified in orthopedic physical therapy and also is a certified athletic trainer. In her personal time, Kelly enjoys snow skiing, being outdoors, reading and spending time with her husband and two young children.
Education University of California Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California |
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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
His accounting career began in the finance industry as a financial analyst for a regional bank where he developed a Performance Measurement System and was responsible for Regulatory and Internal Reporting. Since then, he has worked in facility management and event coordination as well as a staff accountant until his most recent position where he worked on strategic planning and business acquisitions. Additionally, Matthew worked as a consultant in accounting and business planning and founded two business ventures. Matthew is licensed by the State of Arizona as a Certified Public Accountant.
In addition to his professional career, Matthew has also coached Age-Group and High School swimming teams for eight years. He has served as a volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate, acting on behalf of abused and neglected children in the juvenile court system for six years. Matthew has his private pilot’s license and enjoys hiking, mountain biking, tennis, and, since moving to California, surfing. Education |
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| Treasurer Pam Simpson pam@slsportstherapy.com Pam Orth Simpson joined the Movement for Life team as Controller in 2006 and currently serves as Treasurer. She brings over twenty years of accounting, finance, and management experience from prior employment with two different Fortune 500 restaurant corporations and as Controller for a local restaurant chain. During her career, Pam has been a member of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
Pam enjoys living on California’s Central Coast and all it has to offer such as cycling, hiking, and wineries. She loves spending time with her husband and adorable son at activities such as swimming and playing at the beach.
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Controller Lynette O’Neil joined San Luis Sports Therapy in early 2009 as the Assistant Controller and currently serves as the Controller. She has over 15 years of accounting experience in the private and government sectors.
Prior to joining San Luis Sports Therapy, she worked as a Budget Analyst for 5 years for the Orange County Sheriff’s Department in Santa Ana, CA.
Lynette enjoys living on the central coast with her husband and enjoys hiking, running and various outdoor activities. Education |
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| Director of Billing Caryn Black caryn@slsportstherapy.com Caryn Black joined San Luis Sports Therapy in early 2008 as interim controller before becoming Director of the Billing Department in July of 2008. Her prior experience consists of four years as a realtor in an exclusive gated community in Lake Almanor, CA and 7 years as a Financial Analyst for Citibank.
Her career experience and education led to established skills in contract negotiation, sales, financial analysis, and management.
Caryn enjoys snowboarding, surfing and traveling, but most importantly trying to wrap her head around new phrases that come out of her preschooler’s mouth. Education |
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Director of Employee Services Jenna has a background in both wellness and business. She has been local to San Luis Obispo since 2000, earning both her degrees at Cal Poly. Jenna served as the Wellness Coordinator for the City of SLO, managing the wellness program for 350 city employees and also managed a team of 25 personal trainers at Kennedy Club Fitness.
Her work experience also includes five years of personal training and nutrition counseling, event planning, non-profit nutrition education for kids, copy writing, and teaching vinyasa yoga at Smiling Dog. Jenna studied international business in China and India as part of her MBA program. Her role as Director of Employee Services and Public Relations ties together her two degrees and work experience. Jenna enjoys being active in the community, playing competitive soccer, and running marathons.
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Director of Human Resources Zach Hubbard came to San Luis Sports Therapy in November of 2003 after working for the American Red Cross in Maine. Since joining the team Zach has taken on roles in our Billing and Accounting departments along with managing Information Technology.
A native of Maryland, Zach enjoys traveling, playing hockey and exploring California’s Central Coast. When he’s not doing either of those things he longs for Chesapeake Bay crab cakes.
Education Sann Research Institute, Kathmandu, Nepal 1999 Thoreau Institute, Lincoln, Massachusetts 1997 |
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Director of Marketing and Public Relations Sarah was born and raised in Riverside, California. She attended California State University Long Beach in pursuit of her bachelor’s degree and dual credentials in math and multiple subject education. While there, she figured out that teaching was only one of her passions and decided to pursue others.
Upon her graduation in 2008, Sarah made the trek up the coast of California to San Luis Obispo. She joined the Movement for Life family that year in July and has worked in the billing department, accounting department and marketing. Outside of her professional role, Sarah enjoys spending her time hiking, wine tasting, and spending time with her family, friends, boyfriend, and dog.
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Director of Facilities and Purchasing Randall was born and raised in California’s Central Valley and moved to San Luis Obispo in 1998. From physical labor to bartending and sales to office jobs, Randall has gained a lot of knowledge and experience in dealing with many different responsibilities and personality types throughout his professional career.
Just prior to working at San Luis Sports Therapy, Randall worked for a local branch of a widely-known real estate company for three years. Desiring a more structured work schedule, he found the San Luis Sports Therapy billing department. Before long, he was offered a position within Facilities/IT – which proved to be a better fit for his wide array of skills. The Marketing Department then took interest in Randall’s artistic side – where he created marketing and promotional content including t-shirts, posters and banners. From his work ethic and desire to grow, Randall was offered the dual roles of Director of Facilities & Purchasing Manager. He now works closely with the Accounting Department on many levels, as well as with the CEO of the company. In addition to those titles, being the team player that he is, Randall still wears many hats, tackling different projects and tasks on a daily basis for multiple departments and people. This includes managing storage, sitting on the Marketing Committee, and even serving as the local space planner.
Randall, his lovely wife and their son currently reside in San Luis Obispo. Education |
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| Director of Information Technology Ashley Fittz, MS, CSCS ashley@slsportstherapy.com Ashley was hired in 2004 as a PT Aide and worked the front desk at Athlon Health and Fitness in San Luis Obispo. He then became a Personal Trainer, taught Group Fitness (and is still a favorite instructor) and has served in different management capacities with Athlon.
Ashley continued to provide support to Athlon while taking on more duties within the IT/Facilities department over the past couple years. In addition to his IT duties, Ashley coordinates (and writes articles for) the quarterly company-wide newsletters for which he implemented a new design and has brought a very refined/professional feel. He manages still to include personal training sessions and group fitness instruction. He also serves as a champion of fitness and team spirit for the Administration and Billing team as he encourages more involvement in fitness and workouts as well as other group activities.
Ashley has earned his role through his willingness to learn and take on new challenges. His calm and friendly approach helps in this often thankless and challenging position. Ashley has contributed much behind the scenes to the company web sites and our systems and is poised to leading the continuing evolution of our use of technology. Education Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA Allan Hancock College, Santa Maria, CA |
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Julianna Winninghoff Julianna Winninghoff joined the Movement For Life Team shortly after it began in 2000. She has 20 years of experience as a Physical Therapist. With the help of San Luis Sports Therapy, she received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2009. She has lived in the San Luis Obispo area for over 17 years. Julianna enjoys being outdoors, quilting, going to sporting events, gardening, and spending time with her husband and two young children.
Education Western University, Pamona, California, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2009 Chapman University/Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, California, Masters Physical Therapy, 1992 University of Redlands, Redlands, California. Bachelor of Arts in Communicative |
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| Director of Sports Medicine & Athletic Training Stacey Ritter, MS, ATC stacey.ritter@slsportstherapy.com Stacey Jensen Ritter, MS, ATC is Director of Sports Medicine & Athletic Training, overseeing the high school outreach, and industrial athletic training programs. After completing her education, she served as Associate Director of Athletic Training, and Department of Sports Sciences instructor at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA.
After many years as a university Athletic Trainer, Stacey moved to the high school setting, and found a true mission in bringing the highest standard of athletic health care to young competitors. Over the years, she has worked with Olympians, professional athletes and NCAA champions, and has been on several international playing tours with athletic teams.
Areas of special interest include psychology of injury, the adolescent athlete experience, and concussion education. She also finds time to serve on boards and committees that advance and promote the role of Athletic Trainers in the high school setting. Stacey loves drawing, painting, and outrigger canoe racing. Her husband, Chris, is also an Athletic Trainer, and they enjoy running, hiking and being on the ocean. Education CSU Fullerton, Fullerton, CA |
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| Director of Business Development and Client Services San Luis Sports Therapy Casey Guenther casey@slsportstherapy.com Casey Guenther came to San Luis Sports Therapy with a background in business-to-business sales, retail sales, marketing, internet marketing, and customer relations. He was a leading account manager for Robert Half, International in the Sacramento area and directed Racquetball Warehouse here in San Luis Obispo.
Prior to accepting the position with San Luis Sports Therapy, Casey managed IS Imports, a national wholesaler and internet retailer here on the Central Coast. Together he brings with him a broad range of business, customer relations, and quality care experience.
In addition to his professional career, Casey was a member of the NCAA Champion UC Santa Cruz Tennis Team in 1998, and a scholar athlete at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. He still enjoys playing tennis, running, and outdoor adventure sports. He resides in his hometown San Luis Obispo. Education California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo CA 2001 |
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Director of Business Development and Client Services Heidi C. Coffee Heidi Coffee is the Director of Business Development for Delta and Central Valley Physical Therapy. She is responsible for the Business Development of four Clinics in the Central Valley area. Heidi brings over 20 years of experience of strong outside sales, combined with marketing and promotional expertise in area of medical diagnostic imaging.
Heidi’s has proven skills identifying and capitalizing on a changing and challenging health care industry trends.
She is especially skilled at establishing, developing and maintaining long lasting professional relationships with her clients such as Sutter Health, City and County San Francisco, General Mills just to name a few. She is resourceful and creative thinker with strong negotiation skills. In her spare time Heidi enjoys yoga, gardening and entertaining family and friends. Heidi lives in Lodi, CA. Education Management Training Events Health and Wellness Family Festival at Lodi Lake- Benefiting Lodi Boys and Girls Club, American Red Cross, Alzheimer Aid Society |
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Director of Business Development and Client Services Carrie Anderson Carrie and her husband Brad relocated to the Tucson area from Colorado in 2010 and are enjoying the warmer climate and beautiful sunsets. In Colorado, Carrie attended Aims Community College and Colorado Christian University. Having owned and operated a Health Club of her own in Colorado, she is experienced in both the customer service side of business and the management.
Carrie is a certified yoga instructor and enjoys helping people obtain their fitness goals.
Carrie is a perpetual marketer. She has found the perfect career in business development with Athlon Physical Therapy. She looks forward to tomorrow and in being part of such a wonderful company. In her free time, Carrie enjoys spending time with her husband Brad. Together they enjoy family, their two dogs, traveling, golf, exercise, friends and a good bottle of wine. |
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| Director of Business Development and Client Services Avid Physical Therapy Bob Kambe Graduate of University of California, Davis with degrees in political science and history. JD from the University of West Los Angeles. Spent the last 30 years primarily restructuring insurance companies through-out the U.S. in marketing procedures, regulatory, claims and Sarbannes Oxley implementation. Native southern Californian who returned to be closer to the grandkids and the future ocean front property in the desert. |
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| Founder / Chairman James E. Glinn, PT, DPT, OCS jim@slsportstherapy.com James E. Glinn, PT, DPT, OCS is the Founder of the Movement For Life Team with locations in Arizona and California. He shares responsibility for the leadership, strategic planning and operations of the multi-facility organization, while heading up the wellness and lifestyle programming for the Team.
Jim is a graduate of the medical center at Loma Linda University, and he completed his doctorate in Physical Therapy through the University of St. Augustine and the North American Sports Medicine Institute. Dr. Glinn serves as faculty for the EIM and Northeastern University Doctoral programs. Currently, James serves as the Vice Chair for the Physical Therapy Business Alliance. In both his personal and professional experiences, Jim has coached and rehabilitated All-Americans, Olympians, Amateur and Professional athletes.
Education Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA California State University, Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA |
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