Our Vision & Mission

We strive to be a catalyst for entrepreneurial success in healthcare by partnering with entrepreneurial-minded physical therapists.

  • Helping you overcome the barriers that prevent business growth.
  • Inspiring you to reach higher and accomplish more than you thought possible.
  • Equipping you with the business skills critical for success.

Meet Our Team

We’re a passionate group of get-it-doners who share a deep love for coffee. We work hard and play even harder. When we’re not working out of our Kalispell headquarters, we’re probably spending time with our families, exploring the stunning landscapes of Northwest Montana, or relaxing on any one of the hundreds of crystal-clear lakes in the area.

Blaine Stimac, PT

Chief Executive Officer

Blaine Stimac, PT

Chief Executive Officer

Blaine grew up in Great Falls, Montana, and earned his Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Montana. With an entrepreneurial spirt and desire to make a big impact, he made a bold move launching his own private practice immediately following graduation. He was on a mission to make a difference in people’s lives through physical therapy; however, he quickly encountered the common challenges facing private practice owners.

Realizing an outstanding clinical and provider reputation would not alone create a great practice, he committed to learning how to run a business. Soon after, Blaine acquired and merged his existing practice with another large private practice in Kalispell, Montana. The company’s performance quickly and drastically improved, quadrupling in growth. This inspired him to help other private practice owners overcome the barriers they face and build successful businesses, and became the impetus, vision and core of HRS. Blaine has also been active in the American Physical Therapy Association on a statewide and national level developing a passion for private practice advocacy and entrepreneurship.

Outside of work, you’ll find Blaine with his wife, Britne, and their three boys enjoying the mountain lifestyle. Often skiing, navigating the abundance of lakes and rivers in the valley, or hiking the mountains, they take full advantage of the Montana’s wide-open spaces. Blaine stays active coaching his three boys in lacrosse and is a dedicated fitness and health enthusiast – particularly enjoying CrossFit.

Cain Ringstaff, PT, DPT, COMT, CDNT

Chief Operations Officer

Cain Ringstaff, PT, DPT, COMT, CDNT

Chief Operations Officer

Growing up in the mountains of Virginia, Cain has always been a man with big dreams and the motivation to make them a reality. He is an unapologetic sports fan and admits there is no televised sporting event that he is unwilling to watch. He is far more than an armchair athlete or weekend warrior, playing collegiate football at the University of Virginia and Emory & Henry College.

He and wife, Lydia, also a physical therapist, share a passion for the profession which, was the impetus for their relocation to Montana and HRS. Following the completion of his DPT at Shenandoah University, Cain completed his COMT and CDNT through IAMT. Cain’s commitment to progressing the physical therapy profession through clinical quality drives his operational strategy.

In his other life as a dad of three (two daughters, one of which boasts a twin brother), Cain has learned to live life to its fullest with next to no sleep. A huge proponent of time management, Cain will be the first one to tell you he has not yet mastered the change to Mountain Time and finds he often misses the first hour on game day. It is his personal challenge to correct this and immerse himself fully in everything Montana has to offer.

Jason Steffe, PT, DPT, MBA, OCS, MTC, Cert DN

VP Operations

Jason Steffe, PT, DPT, MBA, OCS, MTC, Cert DN

VP Operations

Jason has a strong operational background leading markets at the group and VP levels in multiple corporations. He espouses a transformational leadership style aimed at driving growth in revenue, market share and locations. He recently completed an MBA in Healthcare Management and drives operational performance through clinical quality.

Jason enjoys playing guitar and performing on stage with bands, hitting the gym and taking music lessons. He also enjoys spending time with his family and 2 dogs and grilling.

Peter Kirmer, CPA

VP Finance

Peter Kirmer, CPA

VP Finance

Peter joined HRS in January 2024 and has been living in Flathead Valley for nearly four years.

Peter grew up outside of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and earned his Bachelor of Science/Accounting from the University of Colorado, Boulder. Throughout his career, Peter has passionately taken on big bold new challenges and Peter loves helping his teams win and drive big impact in their book of business. This mentality has given Peter a unique “Swiss Army Knife” like skillset which he developed over the course of his career.

After graduating from College from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1993, Peter joined a large CPA Firm and spent nine years serving clients in many industries and becoming proficient in accounting and Securities & Exchange (SEC) rules & regulations. He was then recruited to a Fortune 500 Company for a couple of years to lead Financial and SEC reporting.
Peter was then recruited to lead Global Compliance at a Fortune 10 company where he spent the last 18 years leading Global Compliance across more than 120 countries prior to joining HRS. During his time leading Global Compliance, Peter provided the thought leadership behind the design and implementation of a subsidiary compliance program which ensured compliant business processes across Financial Reporting, Sales Deal Execution, Procurement, HR and Culture, Marketing, Retail Stores, Privacy and Digital Security & Resilience.

Outside of work, Peter and his family live a life of fitness. Whether it’s skiing (snow or water), hiking, biking, or running, they are into it. You can often find Peter and Rhian running together in half marathons and 10ks and training outside in and around the Lake Blaine area (but only when it’s above 33 degrees). Peter is the Treasurer for Kalispell Pee Wee Baseball league and he also coaches’ basketball, football and cross country for his nine-year-old son Dylan.

Clay Holland, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC

Administrative Operations Executive

Clay Holland, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC

Administrative Operations Executive

After growing up in Texas, Clay moved to Montana with his wife between college and physical therapy school they have been plotting and planning to find a way back since then. He earned his undergraduate degree in Spanish from the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee and his doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Saint Augustine in Florida.

Clay began his physical therapy career as a staff therapist in a small outpatient clinic and transitioned into clinical leadership in acute and outpatient practices for hospitals. His passion about removing roadblocks so therapists can become specialists and experts, front desk teams can grow the business with a sense of ownership, and equipping leaders with the tools they need brought him to HRS.

Clay and his wife, Jill, moved to Montana to make the most of their time with their children, Caleb and Everett, before they move on to the next phase of their lives. The family spends as much time as they can outside with their dogs; ideally climbing, paddle boarding, on a trail somewhere, or doing anything in the snow.

Teresa Challans

Director of Accounting

Teresa Challans

Director of Accounting

You can take a girl out of the South, but you can’t take the South out of the girl. Growing up a military brat living in South Carolina, Germany, Kansas, New York, Texas and Wisconsin, Teresa’s family eventually made Georgia home. She later moved to Kansas for a fresh start with her husband. Moving back to the town she graduated from high school, she knew everything happened for a reason.

While on a break one morning, she submitted her resume for a job in Kalispell, Montana, and by lunch she had an interview set up and flew to the Flathead Valley on Friday. The rest is history as she became an integral part of our team.

At the age of 32, Teresa went back to college to earn her bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus in business management. The message to her kids and everyone is that it’s never too late to chase your goals. In her spare time, she can be found working outside with her husband, Mark (another HRS game changer!), or faithfully waiting in line at Starbucks for her venti, non-fat, no whip, six pump white chocolate mocha.

Jade Felix

Billing & Collections Manager

Jade Felix

Billing & Collections Manager

Technically born in Bismarck, North Dakota, but not one to advertise it, Jade grew up mostly in Montana and considers herself to be a Montana girl. After returning to North Dakota for middle and high school, she decided to attend college in Dillon, Montana, and pursue a natural horsemanship degree. Reality set in, and she returned to North Dakota earning more “marketable” degrees in business and finance. Eventually, she made her way to the Flathead Valley and relentlessly applied for every job she could find. One of those jobs was at HRS which she found to be a great opportunity as she had just completed her business and finance degrees.

An avid cross-fitter, Jade enjoys pretty much anything outside including her first love, horses, and hiking, biking, running, paddle boarding…the list goes on and on!

Jessica Hugh, MBA, PMO

Project Manager

Jessica Hugh, MBA, PMO

Project Manager

As a seasoned professional in the realms of Training and Development and Project Management, Jessica brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for driving organizational growth through strategic learning initiatives and efficient project execution.

Jessica has successfully designed and implemented comprehensive training programs that align with organizational goals, fostering employee development and enhancing overall performance. Her keen understanding of adult learning principles coupled with innovative instructional design has resulted in measurable improvements in employee skills and knowledge across diverse industries.

In the realm of Project Management, Jessica is recognized for her adeptness in orchestrating and leading cross-functional teams to successful project delivery. From initiation to closure, she has a proven ability to navigate complex project landscapes, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints. Her commitment to leveraging the latest project management methodologies and technologies showcases her adaptability and commitment to staying at the forefront of industry best practices.

Known for her excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Jessica is adept at fostering collaboration and synergy among team members. Their leadership style promotes a culture of continuous improvement and excellence, driving teams to exceed project goals and client expectations.

Jessica holds a Master degree in Business Administration as well as a certificate as a Project Manager Officer and continues to expand her knowledge base through ongoing professional development. Whether it’s creating tailored training solutions or steering complex projects to success, Jessica is dedicated to making a positive impact through her dual expertise in Training and Development and Project Management.

Mark Challans

Communication Systems Specialist

Mark Challans

Communication Systems Specialist

A man on a journey never afraid to see where a new path may lead. Mark grew up in Winifred, Montana, and longed to experience life outside of the small, rural town. After high school graduation, he chose to pursue a career in the United States Army and proudly served our country for 21 years.

When Mark retired from the Army, he was faced with “what’s next?” His military career came to a close and the uncertainty of what was ahead seemed overwhelming, but the one constant that remained was the location of his next chapter – the Big Sky State. When Mark and his wife, Teresa (also one of our HRS game changers!) had the opportunity to return to Montana life, the answer was simple.

Albeit a wizard at setting up communication systems for our partners, Mark leaves technology behind in his spare time opting to take full advantage of his proximity to the great outdoors. You’ll likely find him on the water – boating or fishing, honing his woodworking skills, or jumping into an improvement project on his property.

Sophie Joern

Human Resources

Sophie Joern

Human Resources

Jennifer Engleman

FD Integrations Lead

Jennifer Engleman

FD Integrations Lead

Sarah Frandsen

Accounting Specialist

Sarah Frandsen

Accounting Specialist

Born and raised in the Flathead Valley, Sarah grew up with three brothers and graduated from Glacier High School in 2016. She went on to earn an accounting degree from the University of Montana. With her brand-new degree in hand, Sarah moved back home to the Flathead Valley and joined HRS.

While in college, Sarah joined Kappa Alpha Theta and frequently volunteered and helped to plan philanthropy events for Missoula Court Appointed Special Advocates. She even met her cat, Ferguson, volunteering at the Missoula Animal Control with her sorority.

Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new breweries and cider houses and traveling. Like most of the team, Sarah also enjoys Montana’s outdoor lifestyle and spends time hiking, biking, boating, kayaking and being on the water.

Kelsey Flake, MS

Graphic Designer

Kelsey Flake, MS

Graphic Designer

Our Story

Health & Rehab Solutions was founded with a bold idea to be a catalyst for entrepreneurial success in healthcare. This idea started with a problem – physical therapists often lack the critical skills needed to create a successful business. As we transitioned into leadership positions within the industry, we realize this and quickly discovered it wasn’t an isolated issue. Therapists across the country needed additional business training, but who was qualified to provide it? It turns out WE were, or at least we were going to become qualified. We knew there were other options out there through other partnership models and non-physical therapy owned business structures, but the truth was that none of them understood physical therapy like we did.

We started HRS to create an innovative entrepreneurial opportunity.

Our Partners

Our partners are located throughout the United States in Montana, Colorado, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia and Washington.