Shlomo Rechnitz is an American entrepreneur, philanthropist, community activist and musical composer.
Born in Los Angeles, Shlomo began his career in 1998 when he and his twin brother Steve co-founded TwinMed LLC. Together with his brother, Shlomo rapidly expanded TwinMed to become one of the largest medical supply companies in the United States and a trailblazer in the industry as well.
In addition to his continued leadership in the healthcare industry through TwinMed, Mr. Rechnitz also founded the care provider Brius Healthcare Company in 2004. Like TwinMed, Brius has grown exponentially and now provides employment to over 8,000 people in the nursing home industry.
Shlomo's knack for innovation inspires his other endeavors too. Often described as having redefined traditional philanthropy, the Rechnitz name — both through private endeavors and the Shlomo and Tamar Rechnitz Foundation — is known as an address to whom anyone, regardless of affiliation, race, denomination or creed, can turn.
Music has always been one of Shlomo's passions, and he has put out four albums of original compositions and reprises. Shir 1, Shir 2, Shir 3 and Matana Tova all feature prominent Jewish singers and became instant favorites in the world of Chassidic music.
Shlomo's entrepreneurial and community work has earned him several awards, including the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the UCLA Icon Award for Visionary Leadership in Business and Philanthropy, and a tribute from the LAPD Eagle and Badge Foundation. He serves as President of Torath Emeth and is the first Chairman of the Board for the Chofetz Chaim Heritage Foundation. Shlomo lives in Los Angeles with his wife Tamar and their six children.
Shlomo Rechnitz Speech at the Eagle & Badge Gala