Our Team
We started, scaled, and sold 127 clinics. Then we assembled a team of operators who lived it too. From start to scale to exit
Leadership Team
Rick Lau
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Rick is the founder of Clinic Accelerator and CallHero, a healthcare entrepreneur who built and exited 127 physical therapy and chiropractic clinics and now helps clinic owners start, scale, and sell with better systems.
Soroush Peyvandi
Managing Director, M&A and Growth
Soroush Peyvandi is a physiotherapist-turned-entrepreneur who built, scaled, and completed an 8-figure exit of a multi-location clinic network. After completing his Physical Therapy degree at the University of Toronto, he turned a struggling clinic doing $600K of revenue into an established 5-clinic multi-city network doing $10M+ in revenue, in under 4 years. Following a successful exit, he transitioned into M&A and coaching, closing ~$40M in clinic transactions in the first 12 months and managing ~$100M of deal volume.
Paul Moon
Director, M&A
Spent 15 years as the Chief Operating Officer at PT Health, one of Canada's largest rehab companies. He managed over 1400 employees under his leadership. He's an expert in mergers and acquisitions, and has successfully navigated some of the trickiest clinic deals in the business.
Sanjeev Bhatia
Senior Director, Customer Success
Spent 15 years in the trenches running patient experience and revenue operations for both Lifemark (400+ clinics) and Myodetox. His approach to revenue growth is no doubt influenced by his time as a physiotherapist and his MBA in business process design and implementation. Sanjeev is an expert in clinic systems and staff training that increase revenue and profitability.
Darryl Yardley
Director, Coaching & Training Programs
One of the top Physical Therapy mentors in North America. Has recruited and mentored 1000+ clinicians in the past 10 years to become all-star clinicians, clinic directors, and equity partners. He supports 500+ clinic owners in recruitment, front desk and clinical operations as well as clinician performance. He also achieved a remarkable feat by building a 7-figure clinic in less than 18 months. He holds lecturing appointments at multiple Physical Therapy programs in Canada.
Shaida Rabie
Director of Social Media
She’s helped 7-figure clinic owners scale by using proven digital marketing strategies to attract new patients and recruit clinicians. She's worked with over 1,000 clinics across Canada, the US, and Australia, using digital marketing strategies to grow, hire, and build a standout local brand.
Manju Asdhir
Director or Partnerships
Dr. Manju Asdhir, a CMCC-trained chiropractor, built two clinics from the ground up in rural Ontario, growing them in just 8 years into a multi-million-dollar healthcare business with a team of 30+. She also founded the first woman-led multidisciplinary practice in Kawartha Lakes and now helps solopreneurs and startup clinic owners scale their businesses through Clinic Accelerator.
Jeff Bulzak
Director of Demand Generation
Senior marketing leader specializing in building demand generation systems that grow revenue, scale teams, and optimize performance across paid search and social. Founder & GM with deep expertise in performance and growth strategy, focusing on predictable, scalable results. Passionate about data‑driven advertising, creative optimization, and leading teams that solve complex growth challenges.
Rohan Roheja
Advisor, Finance Coach
Chartered accountant with senior C-suite roles. He has led over $2B in company sales, working directly with Private Equity and strategic buyers. He specializes in transforming businesses, building sustainable EBITDA, and preparing companies—from high-growth organizations to small businesses—for successful, well-positioned exits. His experience spans organizations including Lifemark, ATI, KPMG, and healthcare platforms such as cancer, dental, and veterinary care clinics.
Team Members
Dee Bills
Front Office Expert
Dee Bills, founder of Front Office GURU, is a former physical therapist turned front desk systems expert. With 20+ years in healthcare, she helps private practices boost profits by transforming front office operations. Dee created proven training systems that increase patient arrivals, improve scheduling, and empower teams. Her mission is to turn the front desk into a growth engine for practice success.
Rhonda Shishkin
Clinic Director Coach Lead
Rhonda Shishkin is a seasoned healthcare leader and the Clinic Director Coach Lead, training Clinic Directors to excel in management, performance, and team leadership. With a strong clinical background as a physiotherapist and consultant focused on elevating clinician performance and operational excellence, Rhonda brings practical expertise to coaching front‑line leaders. Her work empowers directors to drive better outcomes for staff and patients alike.
Eunice Pantilagan
Finance Manager
Finance professional with over 10 years of experience specializing in accounts payable and receivable, bank and general ledger reconciliations, and financial reporting. A registered Cost Accountant currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Accountancy, with strong proficiency in QuickBooks and Xero. Committed to accuracy, efficiency, and well-organized financial records that support sound business decisions.
Daryll Obligado
Financial Analyst
Nouvie Regala
Customer Success Manager
Kim Jay
Content Specialist
Clinic Coaches
Jon Clay
Clinic Coach
CEO and partner of 6 multidisciplinary clinics in Vancouver and Ontario, boasting a collective team of over 30 clinicians, and 50 total staff. He has over 30 years of experience in rehabilitation. His clinics have over 2,500 collective 5-star google reviews.
Chantalle Barkovich
Clinic Coach
Chantalle Barkovich is a veteran clinic owner and Clinic Accelerator coach who started as a hands-on Registered Massage Therapist and scaled her business from the treatment room into a high-performing multidisciplinary clinic. She joined Clinic Accelerator in 2019 to level up her leadership and numbers and now coaches other owners to do the same. Known for her strengths in culture, people, processes, and scoreboards, Chantalle helps clinic owners lead like CEOs, build teams that care, understand their numbers, and scale without burnout or owner dependency.
Irene Hmmerich
Clinic Coach
Has 20 years’ experience in middle and senior management positions, leading innovation and operational improvement initiatives. With a strong background in systems and team development, Irene works with teams to put solid processes in place first, then applies practical, AI-enabled approaches to improve workflows, decision-making, and overall operational effectiveness.
Karen Snyder
Clinic Coach
Karen opened the Entrepreneurship Centre and coached hundred’s of entrepreneurs to start and grow their business’s. LiquidGym was built using the same processes she taught Entrepreneurs – researched the idea, wrote a business plan, and raised $1.5m – LiquidGym opened. Grow your clinic with rock solid business processes with Karen.
Michelle DeMarchi
Clinic Coach
Michelle is the founder of PhysioPlus Health Group, where she built and scaled a high-performing multidisciplinary clinic with a team of 30+. She successfully scaled her business, tripling profitability by focusing on systems and processes, leadership, and culture. Today, she works with clinic owners to help them step out of day-to-day operations and build high-performing, sustainable and "sellable" businesses through strategic thinking, operational efficiency, strong recruitment, and accountable leadership.
Rob McMillan
Clinic Coach
Aaron Binstock
Clinic Coach
Aaron is a chiropractor and co-owner of Strive Health and Performance, which has grown from one clinic into three, including the acquisition of two locations. Along the way, he's learned the importance of accountability, building a healthy clinic culture, and developing leaders who can carry the vision forward. He enjoys working with other clinic owners who want practical support, clarity, and follow-through as they grow their businesses.
Avi Singh
Clinic Coach
Avi, a Physiotherapist and the Founder and CEO of the multi-million-dollar Precision Physiotherapy Group, which he built and scaled into a 17+ location clinic network across Ontario in under nine years. From clinician to owner to acquirer, he specializes in transforming owner-dependent clinics into scalable, high-performing businesses through systems, leadership, and strategic growth. He now advises and coaches clinic owners on operations, acquisitions, and building businesses engineered for scale or exit.
Frequently asked questions
Your Questions, Answered
How can I grow my physical therapy clinic?
Clinic Accelerator offers business coaching services specifically designed to help physical therapy clinic owners grow their clinics. Through our business coaching program, you will receive guidance and support on various aspects of running a clinic, including effective communication, recruitment, marketing, HR, clinic culture, and leadership development. By learning from experienced multi-million dollar clinic owners and accessing a community of like-minded clinic owners, you can gain valuable insights, share experiences, and receive advice on day-to-day clinic challenges. Clinic Accelerator’s coaches are experts in clinic operations, HR, marketing, and finance, providing you with the necessary knowledge and tools to grow your clinic with confidence.
Is business coaching suitable for both new and established physical therapy clinic owners?
Yes, Clinic Accelerator’s business coaching services are suitable for both new and established physical therapy clinic owners. Whether you are just starting your clinic or have been in operation for years, our coaching program is designed to cater to clinics of all sizes. For new clinic owners, our business coaching can provide guidance on setting up efficient clinic operations, marketing strategies, and building a strong foundation for growth. Established clinic owners can benefit from business coaching by refining their leadership skills, improving clinic performance, and exploring expansion opportunities. Clinic Accelerator’s coaches have experience working with clinics of all sizes and stages.
What does business coaching do? Is it worth it to get business coaching as a clinic owner?
Business coaching provided by Clinic Accelerator offers several benefits for clinic owners. It helps you develop essential business skills, gain industry-specific knowledge, and provides you with a supportive community of clinic owners who can share insights and experiences. Business coaching enables you to improve your clinic’s operations, implement effective marketing strategies, and enhance your leadership abilities. By learning from experienced coaches and accessing a network of successful clinic owners, you can save time and avoid costly mistakes that often come with trial and error. Business coaching provides you with guidance, accountability, and a roadmap for growth, ultimately helping you treat fewer patients while earning more.
