Mark Richards Email & Phone Number

Maple Grove, Mn

Have presented extensively on national level, teaching seminars and workshops on therapeutic exercise for physical and occupational therapists. Presentations not limited to American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) National and Combined Sections Meeting, World Confederation of Physical Therapy Congress, American Speech and Hearing Association National Meeting, APTA Section on Geriatrics Faculty for CEEAA, University of Minnesota Geriatric PT Residency Program, FOX Rehab, Gentiva Home Health, Aegis Therapies, and at state healthcare and professional association meetings. Currently contracted with Education Resources, Inc, Medfield, MA, and previously for Keep Pace, Inc., St. Paul, MN. Consistently achieve very high ratings from course participants in terms of evidence-based content, humor, and practicality of material instructed.

Wausau, Wisconsin

Responsible for the development of products related to population health management. ActivLife Solutions (LLS) and it's affiliate companies are focused on, and committed to, improving healthcare outcomes, the quality of lives of patients served by our clients, and on reducing costs of care. Current products include the state-of-the-art LLS home assessment technology, and ActivLife wellness programs.

Corporate Office: Reno, Nv. Parent Company, Hanger: Austin, Tx

Responsible for the clinical education provided by ACP's 100+ Clinical Program Consultants to 4,000 customers in 49 states. ACP, a rehab device and technology company, offers over 30 rehabilitation-specific courses to therapists on topics such as Pain Management, Wound Healing, Dysphagia, and Therapeutic Exercise. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, is actively involved in product development, marketing, operations, regulatory interpretation, and strategic planning.http://www.acplus.com

Edina, Minnesota

Responsible for strategic positioning of skilled nursing facilities in their respective markets. Worked with corporate and facility teams to create and/or strengthen clinical programs. As a member of the executive team, contributed to strategic planning, operations, marketing, and managed all therapy operations.

Reno, Nevada

Primary author of 14 continuing education courses. Continued company tradition of creating high quality clinical education, training and materials Provided integral support to product development team, sales and markeing, operations, and cusotmer service.

Fort Smith, Arkansas

Responsible for 2 national-level specialty programs: Freedom Through Functionality (Nautilus-machine-based strength training program) and GEM – Geriatric Enhanced Modalities; created, implemented, and managed electrotherapy treatment program. Created clinical materials and training for Orthopedic Centers of Excellence. In 2006, he received the "Chairman's Award" for outstanding contributions to the company.

Fort Smith, Arkansas

Managed all operational aspects of multi-million dollar business serving 85 facilities in 2 states. His region was awarded the 'Group of the Year', for highest operational achievement, in 2003.

Bethesda, Maryland

Developed and implemented fitness and wellness programs for CCRC’s, skilled nursing facilities and assisted living facilities nationwide. Assisted national director of therapy with management of therapy operations.

King Of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Created clinical protocols and training for cutting edge senior fitness program, Vigor, in 130 facilities nationwide. Vigor incorporated the use of Nautilus strength building machines in the treatment of skilled nursing facility therapy patients. Supported physical therapy operations as National Director of Physical Therapy from 1995 to 1996.

Master Of Science (Ms), Physical Therapy/Therapist

Bachelor'S Degree, Physical Therapy/Therapist