Riley Phillips Vice President of Recruiting,
Orthotics and Prosthetics

Riley Phillips is the Vice President of Recruiting for the Orthotics & Prosthetics division of The Newell Group, where he has specialized exclusively in O&P recruitment for more than 15 years. Since joining the organization in 2010, Riley has established himself as one of the most recognized recruiters in the profession, successfully completing more than 500 placements nationwide across clinical, leadership, technical, and executive-level roles.

Known for his relationship-driven approach and deep understanding of the O&P industry, Riley partners with independently owned practices, national providers, manufacturers, software companies, and emerging technology organizations throughout the United States and internationally. His recruiting experience spans patient care, operations, executive leadership, digital health, software implementation, and advanced prosthetic technologies, including innovative 3D printing and scanning initiatives designed to expand access to care and improve patient outcomes.

Riley is widely regarded for his industry knowledge, extensive network, and ability to identify high-impact talent in a highly specialized and competitive market. His work has earned multiple performance awards throughout his career, including surpassing $3.5 million in lifetime cumulative cash-in production with The Newell Group in 2025.

In addition to his recruiting work, Riley is actively involved in industry conversations surrounding workforce development, talent retention, and the future of O&P recruitment. He is also a featured presenter at industry events, including the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association National Assembly, where he speaks on attracting and retaining talent within the profession.

Based in Simpsonville, Riley serves on the Board of Directors for Carolina Adaptive Golf, an organization dedicated to making the game of golf accessible to individuals with disabilities. Outside of work, he enjoys golf, gardening, travel, the outdoors, and spending time with his dog, Ghost. Riley is a graduate of Coastal Carolina University, where he studied Marketing and Finance.