Stronger Together: How Brittany Smith and Janki Patel Built a Scalable Pediatric Therapy Business from Scratch

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Brittany Smith and Janki Patel are the powerhouse duo behind Jump Ahead Pediatrics. What started as a shared dream between two burned-out therapists became a multi-state staffing agency serving schools with over 100 employees. In this episode, they walk us through how they bootstrapped their way from a $250 rental space to building a mission-driven business that puts people first. They talk openly about leadership challenges, lessons learned, and how they continue to grow while staying rooted in values and trust. This episode is a blueprint for anyone building something real with someone they trust.

Episode Notes

Meet Brittany and Janki
Co-founders of Jump Ahead Pediatrics, Brittany and Janki built a multi-state therapy staffing agency from scratch. Their business places OT, PT, speech, and support professionals in schools that need them most.

Bootstrapped with Purpose
With no outside funding, they launched using personal savings, donated equipment, and community support. Every early win was reinvested back into the business.

Partnership and Leadership
Their 50/50 partnership is built on trust and balance. They lead with intention, grow through coaching, and prioritize people and culture in every aspect of the business.

What’s Next
They’re expanding into adult staffing and new states, with a goal of hitting 500 employees while mentoring others on how to scale the right way.

Connect with the Founders and Jump Ahead Pediatrics

Website: jumpaheadpediatrics.com
Meet the Founders: jumpaheadpediatrics.com/about/#founders
Facebook: facebook.com/jumpaheadpediatrics
Instagram: instagram.com/explore/locations/259440741061213/jump-ahead-pediatric-therapy
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/81905361

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