Robert S. Schwartz

Robert (Bob) S. Schwartz, C.Ped., is an American businessman who is the CEO of Eneslow Pedorthic Enterprises, Inc. which operates Eneslow Shoes and Orthotics. He also leads the training organization Eneslow Pedorthic Institute (EPI). Schwartz is recognized as leaders in footwear, footcare, and in his New York community.

Early life and education Schwart was born in January, 18, 1949 in Forest Hills, New York. He graduated from Forest Hills High School in 1962. Schwartz earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Syracuse University in 1962. He served in the US Coast Guard Reserve from 1962 to 1970 and received an honorable discharge.

Career Schwartz began his career in retail and sales, working at Miles Shoes in Forest Hills, NY, and Waldbaum's Super Market. He also worked as a camp counselor at Camp Roosevelt in Monticello, NY. From 1959 to 1962, he worked at Baker's Shoes in Syracuse, NY, and at Grossinger's Hotel and Resort in Liberty, NY.

He has been an adjunct instructor in the Department of Orthopedic Sciences at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and has taught at several other institutions, including Ball State University, Florida International University, and UCLA.

Schwartz has served on the board of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce from 2009 to 2021 and has been involved in various civic initiatives, including advocating for changes in commercial rent tax legislation and assisting businesses affected by the Second Avenue Subway construction.

Charitable Work Eneslow has provided free footwear to individuals in need through organizations such as Chabad, Soles4Souls, and the International Rescue Committee. Schwartz has also been involved in community projects, including the 23rd Street Association and the Flatiron Business Improvement District.

Recognition Seymour Lefton Award (1987) – Pedorthic Footcare Association Al Singer Award (2008) – National Shoe Retailers Association Retailer of the Year (2009) – Manhattan Chamber of Commerce Corporate Hero (2010) – New York Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation Age Smart Employer Award (2015) – Robert N. Butler Columbia Aging Center and NY Academy of Medicine Footwear Insight Magazine Gold Medal Service Award (2019, 2021) OTTY Honoree 2020 – Our Town NY

Personal life Schwartz is married to Marla Bornstein and they have two children together, Rachel and Michael who both work in the business.