Adam Fox Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Greater Twin Cities

As one of the founders of Hope Rises of MN, LLC, I also hold the role of the Lead Consultant. Over the years it has become apparent that the number of people that need 245D services has grown significantly, and I will never be able to help everyone that needs the support. The goal of Hope Rises of MN is to assist other 245D providers to be successful in business and grow to support the larger disability community. We offer services that range from executive coaching and strategizing, training of employees, behavioral support, quality assurance, auditing, special projects, and more.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

As the Executive Director, I am currently filling the role of a visionary for Enriched Living, LLC, however previously held the title of both Visionary and Integrator. When I began in 2019, Enriched Living was a small company of only eight employees and around $500,000 in gross revenue at year-end. After four years with the organization, we closed 2023 with $11.1 million in revenue. My intent when joining Enriched was to utilize an EOS/Traction model to grow it into the leading social service organization in Minnesota. I am responsible for all operations & services provided by Enriched. This includes ensuring that the company provides a variety of top-quality services that help disabled Minnesotans achieve their life goals, live as independently as possible in the community, and become active participants. I specialize in supporting those who have not been able to obtain stability due to extensive support needs (significant behavioral challenges, severe and persistent mental illness, chemical dependency, intellectual disability, etc.), and to date I have developed over 30 different Community Residential Settings (CRS) in addition to other services. I oversaw the development of all policies and procedures related to how Enriched Living, LLC operates as a business. Leading the organization to receive zero licensing citations or fines during my tenure, including no substantiated maltreatment against Enriched Living, LLC. Oversaw implementation of multiple payroll software providers, EVV software, billing software, AP & AR software, company credit card policy and procedure development, website development & then re-design, Microsoft Office 365 & SharePoint, and managed network services.  Developed programs for 20+ individuals who had not been successful with other providers. Working to make an impact on systemic issues surrounding social service reform through involvement with DHS on different initiatives such as the Crisis Cooperative.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

As the Senior Area Director for Specialized Community Supports I cover half the state of Minnesota, from the metro area to the southern border with Iowa. This is a new line of service for Lutheran Social Service I assisted in creating, with the primary focus on developing homes for individuals that do not fit into traditional programs. The majority of these individuals struggle with intellectual disabilities co-occurring with mental illness, potentially chemical dependency, and have significant behavioral challenges. The goal of Specialized Community Supports is to build programs around the individual instead of trying to fit individuals into existing homes, and to support the individuals in the most person centered manner possible. Developed a new “Committee” knows as the Special Task Force, focusing on moving LSS forward through different innovative task forces addressing different issues from licensing, moving towards a paperless organization, to electronic visitor verification system, and more. Involved in grassroots - working to promote legislative change for individuals with disabilities Was awarded the CEO Leadership Excellence Award in 2017 for my work in the Specialized Community Supports program Have become known as one of the leaders in the state for providing community based services for some of the most challenging individuals residing in the community in the state of Minnesota. I have established excellent relationships with different entities including different counties, Community Support Services, Lead Agencies, Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center, MN Security Hospital, and many more. Course corrected the budget for my area and made it profitable after initially being budget $(250,000.00) In three years, I have increased the annual total revenue stream by over 5 million.

Twin Cities And Surrounding Area

Part of a three person state-wide team, overseeing the entire metro area for Specialized Community Supports. This is a new line of service for Lutheran Social Service I assisted in creating, with the primary focus on developing homes for individuals that do not fit into traditional programs. The majority of these individuals struggle with intellectual disabilities co-occurring with mental illness, potentially chemical dependency, and have significant behavioral challenges. The goal of Specialized Community Supports is to build programs around the individual instead of trying to fit individuals into existing homes, and to support the individuals in the most person centered manner possible. Developed a new “Committee” knows as the Special Task Force, focusing on moving LSS forward through different innovative task forces addressing different issues from licensing, to electronic visitor verification system, and more. Involved in grassroots - working to promote legislative change for individuals with disabilities Was awarded the CEO Leadership Excellence Award in 2017 for my work in the Specialized Community Supports  Have become known as one of the leaders in the state for providing community based services for some of the most challenging individuals in the state of Minnesota.

St. Paul Minnesota

Responsible for teaching different classes related to serving adults with disabilities to students as well as traveling to do offsite training for entire companies. I was also responsible for staying current on legislative and other trends within the field to ensure that all information presented was current and applicable. Finally was responsible for leading sessions, and ensuring student’s received appropriate information and passed skills assessments. Teaching the following classes: Alternative Intervention Techniques, Positive Behavioral Interventions, Day In the Life, Providing Quality Services, Putting the Person First in Personal Cares, and am a Certified CPR/First Aid Instructor.

Golden Valley Minnesota

Currently responsible for overseeing three program managers, and a total of four different sites all serving children and adults with disabilities. However, I have supervised 9 different programs with Meridian Services, including Level 5 and crisis services. Responsible for ensuring all regulations regarding rules 203, 245b, and 245d. Leading program managers with staff training/supervision, maintaining positive relationships with each individuals IDT, and ensuring each individuals satisfaction with their current living situation. Additionally responsible for leading team discussions/training, and assisting to improve systems, assisting in maintaining a positive company image, and improving the company as a whole. Working on the company wide Safety Committee Proposed a plan to take move the company towards a paperless system, and working to continue it's development. Attended Legislative rallies, as well as informational sessions, and public hearings to stay on top of legislative changes affecting services. Then aided the company in implementing these changes to services and policies. Attended training on creating a more "Person Centered" approach to services Continued to work with a wide variety of individuals, both children and adults, with varying diagnosis (DD, MI, Dual Diagnosis, Chemical Dependency)

Golden Valley Minnesota

Responsible for overseeing all programmatic, financial, medical, staffing, and ensuring compliance with all rules and regulations related to 203, 245b, and most recently 245d for two different homes serving adults with various disabilities. This opportunity provided me with some new challenges, and the clientele was different then my previous experiences. I was also responsible for ensuring quality of care for each of the individuals, and that they were content with their programs and current living situations. Developed new positive programming for each of the individuals I served, as well as adapting the programming as needed to fit the changing needs/preferences of each individual. Developed positive working relationships for each of the individuals and staff Created significant improvements in the quality of life and level of satisfaction for each individual in regards to their living situation and their lives in general. Worked full time with Meridian while teaching with STAR Services part time

St. Paul Minnesota

I was given the responsibility for the development of this new position within CCP. These responsibilities include creating new systems, policies, and procedures for the float system to ensure that it is working as intended. Also responsible for boosting the retention of float staff, supervision/training of staff, and decreasing the amount of time program managers spent on scheduling.  Successfully managed a team of approximately 20 float staff Developed the region system which was designed to boost float retention as well as efficiency within the float position In a short period of established a working model for the position, and established necessary policies and procedures that will be required to maintain an effective position On-call 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to ensure managers always had support when dealing with scheduling/last minute call ins. Continued to manager a high behavior SLS facility in addition to developing the position Continued to assist at other facilities with programmatic development

St. Paul Minnesota

Responsible for overseeing all programmatic, financial, medical, staffing, and ensuring compliance with all rules and regulations related to 203 and 245b for two facilities. Here I worked with challenging clientele including a client on a Rule 40. Also responsible for ensuring all clients are being treated with the utmost respect and enjoy their current living situation as much as possible. Was awarded the “Spot on Award” in November of 2011 Worked at different facilities throughout the company, including Supports Developed positive working relationships with people from all different sections of the company

Mankato Minnesota

Responsible for overseeing all workings of the facility. This includes medical, financial, programmatic, and licensing, scheduling, training staff, delegating responsibilities, disciplining [for] staff. Responsible for ensuring all consumers are being treated with respect and are happy with current living situation. Was awarded the “Making a Difference Award” in January of 2011 Two years’ experience with Rule 40 clients Worked at four additional facilities to help fill open hours and improve consumer behaviors Well respected by all consumers and staff with which I had contact Maintained exemplary employment record with no disciplinary action