Regie Tiu’s path from immigrant hardship to seven-figure success is far from typical, but it’s exactly what makes his story so inspiring. As a licensed physical therapist and founder of a thriving private practice in New York, he has faced and conquered setbacks most business owners never encounter in a lifetime. And now, he’s using that hard-earned experience to uplift and empower other private practice owners through his innovative membership program.
In this article, we’ll uncover how Regie went from rock bottom to building a business anchored in empathy and systemized success. We’ll explore the teachings he now shares with others, the authority he wields through lived experience, and the momentum he’s gaining as he transitions into his next chapter as a sought-after speaker and community leader for small practice owners.
Creating Meaning Through Struggles
Regie Tiu’s professional resilience is built on a personal story of survival. Originally from the Philippines, he arrived in the United States with just $50 in his pocket. Instead of seeing limitation, Regie saw opportunity. He gradually built credibility in the U.S. healthcare system and eventually became a certified physical therapist. His perseverance was fueled by adversity: bullying, poverty, and a tough environment to deal with. These early life challenges shaped his entrepreneurial grit.
After spending over a decade working for someone else, Regie was unexpectedly fired—a moment that would push him into entrepreneurship. “That was one of the most painful moments of my life,” he says. “But I told myself I’d never put my future in someone else’s hands again.”
Armed with a small loan and a massive vision, he launched his own physical therapy clinic. Over the next 12 years, his dedication translated into a seven-figure business, proving that his instincts and hard work were right all along.
Changing the Private Practice Game with His Membership Model
Recognizing a gap in the industry, particularly when it came to sustainable hiring and internal marketing systems, Regie launched a specialized membership program for practice owners. The program is designed to help them build time and financial freedom without becoming overwhelmed by operational chaos.
Rather than offering flashy hacks or one-size-fits-all marketing gimmicks, Regie emphasizes simplicity and structure. His two distinct advantages—building highly effective teams and converting patients into lifelong ambassadors—form the cornerstone of his teachings. One of his proudest achievements? Going from losing 27 employees in one year to maintaining a team with over three years of tenure—all because of his values-centered hiring process.
When asked what makes his approach so different, Regie says it comes down to heart. “Anyone can open a shiny, new, well-equipped facility. But not everyone runs a practice with real compassion at the center.”
Establishing Credibility Through Experience and Core Values
Despite being relatively new to the world of media and public speaking, Regie’s reputation precedes him in the physical therapy world. He is a licensed physical therapist with certifications in strength and conditioning, ergonomics, and kinesiotaping—credentials that complement over a decade of hands-on experience. But it’s not the alphabet soup behind his name that makes him an authority; it’s the character and convictions behind his business methodology.
His business ethics are deeply rooted in transparency and trust. Patients who once worked with him follow him across city blocks—literally—just to continue care under him and his team. “People may not remember what you said, but they remember how you made them feel,” he explains. This emotional intelligence has not only grown his practice but inspired his coaching.
Regie’s principles have also gained him invitations to teach others. From podcast appearances to mentorship circles with other coaches, he’s building clout—organically. While he may not yet be a household name, his impact on the lives of his staff, patients, and now fellow business owners proves that impact doesn’t always start on a stage—it often begins behind the scenes.
Celebrating Milestones and Dreaming Bigger
Regie’s story doesn’t end with his clinic or his membership program. He is now investing in expanding his influence through public speaking, aiming to become a keynote speaker on national stages like TEDx and healthcare conventions. He already partners with business mentors and PR experts to construct a strategic personal brand and media presence that will elevate his voice in the healthcare business and wellness space.
“I’ve learned that you can’t just work hard—you also have to let people know about your work,” Regie says. And he’s doing just that: aligning with leading experts, developing media-friendly positioning, and building a digital framework anchored in credibility.
As he continues this journey, he admits he’s still learning. But with every new stage, Regie brings with him two things that no one can replicate: an unrelenting commitment to excellence and a deeply personal narrative rich with vulnerability and victory.
Regie’s goal is twofold—expand the membership to more practice owners who need mentorship, and get paid to speak on global stages that align with his story. For someone who once split a $4 lunch to get through the day, that’s a milestone worth celebrating.
QUOTE: “Life will knock you down—that’s a guarantee. But to stay down? That’s a choice.”