Preston’s Story: How Team Recovery Was Born

Learn how Preston Dixon, Founder & CEO of Team Recovery Technologies, turned his passion for recovery into a nationwide mission helping 100+ centers strengthen alumni engagement.

Author:
Preston Dixon, Founder and CEO of Team Recovery Technologies
August 27, 2025

Hi, my name is Preston Dixon, Founder and CEO of Team Recovery Technologies—and a man in recovery myself. I’m also one of the owners of Renaissance Ranch Treatment Centers, where my journey in the industry began.

Just recently, I watched my brother pick up his 16-year sobriety chip at his alumni meeting. He shared that what helped keep him sober was consistently attending alumni meetings after graduation—he never missed a meeting for the first two years of his recovery. That consistency is what fueled his sobriety, and it’s also what inspires my passion for helping others thrive in recovery through alumni programs.

From Struggle to Purpose

During COVID-19, Renaissance Ranch’s alumni program—once thriving—was disrupted overnight. For me, this wasn’t just an operational setback; it was personal. I knew connection is the opposite of addiction, and I felt a responsibility to find a way to keep alumni connected and supported.

From Idea to Mission

I searched for solutions, but nothing fit. One morning, I woke up with conviction: *if the solution didn’t exist, we’d build it.* With the help of an incredible team, we created our first alumni app. It wasn’t perfect at the start, but with improvements, it became a tool that truly helped people feel seen, connected, and supported.

When One Program Became Many

Other treatment centers soon noticed and asked if we could help them too. That’s when Team Recovery Technologies was born—not just as an app, but as a mission to help programs everywhere build thriving alumni communities.

Beyond Technology

We quickly realized success wasn’t just about technology—it was about pairing the right tools with the right framework. Today, Team Recovery works with over 100 programs nationwide, offering alumni apps, check-ins, gamified surveys, and proven best practices to strengthen culture, improve retention, and lower acquisition costs.

Why We Do This

Our mission is simple: to help treatment centers build alumni programs that change lives. Every milestone matters. Every alumni who feels connected matters. Every family who finds hope again matters.

Ready to Build Your Alumni Program?

If you’re a treatment center leader ready to launch or strengthen your alumni program, book a demo today at TeamRecovery.io and see how we can help your community thrive.

Henna Geronimo

Reviewer

Henna is a content strategist with over 5 years of experience. She specializes in creating informed, compassionate content for addiction treatment centers, using her deep understanding of the industry to educate, engage, and support individuals seeking recovery.

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