Executive Committee

Professor of Health Care Leadership, Graduate College, Siena Heights University

30+ years of work experience in the areas of leadership, management and administration, strategic planning, business development, and higher education

President of “John W. Fick & Associates”, a private healthcare consulting practice specializing in health care strategic planning, business development, and Certificate of Need process

Board certified in health care management and a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE)

Chief Communications Officer & Director of Marketing for Lakeland Health

Leads marketing and communications strategy and execution for the Lakeland system, including affiliate businesses and physician practices.

25 years experience in healthcare, banking, education, and retail

• Founder & President at Edge Partnerships
• Backed by 75 years of expertise in communications, marketing, strategic planning, advertising and advocacy, the EDGE team partners with organizations that truly want to excel. We provide the strategic road map and the tools necessary to give our clients the competitive advantage – the edge – to attain their business goals.
• http://www.EdgePartnerships.com

• President, Schilling Consulting Services, Inc.
• Providing Information & Analysis, Strategic Planning, and Performance Improvement consulting and support

 Adam brings various skills to the board, including his expertise in marketing.

He started his marketing career at a local tour and travel company, continued as an account executive for a local advertising agency, and currently works for Henry Ford Allegiance Health as the Intranet Content Specialist. 

Adam is also the chair of the Communications Committee.