Jack Hendler to Co-Chair the Rusk Institute Leadership Circle

November 29, 2007  by in UnCategorized   

By Home Furnishings Business in on November 2007 The Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine of New York University Medical Center has named Jack Hendler, president of the New York-based merger and acquisition firm Net Worth Solutions Inc., co-chairman of the Rusk Leadership Circle. This strategic volunteer leadership group is committed to supporting philanthropy at NYU Medical Center.

Hendler and his co-chair, William Constantine, managing director, Legg Mason Investment Counsel, will be inviting select individuals to participate in the Rusk Leadership Circle, which will be fully formed and operational by early 2008.

Hendler will work to generate support for the capital campaign within the fashion and finance industries. His firm, Net Worth Solutions, specializes in providing merger and acquisition services for the fashion industry, including all apparel, textiles, home furnishings, footwear, leather goods, jewelry and toys.

“People in these industries tend to be very generous and energetic about supporting good causes,” Hendler said. “I look forward to identifying and working with industry colleagues who recognize the importance of the Rusk Institute and its vital mission in helping our community.”

The Rusk Leadership Circle will spearhead a multi-million dollar capital campaign to address facility and program needs at the Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine during the next decade. The goal is to ensure that the Rusk Institute continues to maintain and expand its position as a global leader in rehabilitation medicine.

The Rusk Institute was founded in 1948 by Dr. Howard Rusk, whose innovative techniques were developed to help injured soldiers returning from World War II service.