I was sentenced to life. Now I help change lives.
I was sentenced to life. Now I help change lives.
Multiple-Published Author, Speaker, and Consultant
NPR
The Nantucket Project
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
TedX
Spectrum News
University of Wisconsin Green Bay
FOX
WUWM 89.7
Wisconsin Watch
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
...deeply committed to strengthening our community
Kent Lovern
Milwaukee County District Attorney
...he’s become a trusted partner to the Milwaukee Fire Department
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...his work is effective, measurable, and sustainable in making communities safer
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...very moving talk...people need to hear this
Audience Member
TedX
...very powerful
Audience Member
TedX
Adam‘s work with the criminal justice system helps reduce recidivism...
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...his collaboration is making our city safer and stronger
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...deeply committed to strengthening our community
Kent Lovern
Milwaukee County District Attorney
...he’s become a trusted partner to the Milwaukee Fire Department
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...his work is effective, measurable, and sustainable in making communities safer
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...very moving talk...people need to hear this
Audience Member
TedX
...very powerful
Audience Member
TedX
Adam‘s work with the criminal justice system helps reduce recidivism...
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...his collaboration is making our city safer and stronger
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...deeply committed to strengthening our community
Kent Lovern
Milwaukee County District Attorney
...he’s become a trusted partner to the Milwaukee Fire Department
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...his work is effective, measurable, and sustainable in making communities safer
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...very moving talk...people need to hear this
Audience Member
TedX
...very powerful
Audience Member
TedX
Adam‘s work with the criminal justice system helps reduce recidivism...
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...his collaboration is making our city safer and stronger
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...deeply committed to strengthening our community
Kent Lovern
Milwaukee County District Attorney
...he’s become a trusted partner to the Milwaukee Fire Department
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...his work is effective, measurable, and sustainable in making communities safer
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...very moving talk...people need to hear this
Audience Member
TedX
...very powerful
Audience Member
TedX
Adam‘s work with the criminal justice system helps reduce recidivism...
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...his collaboration is making our city safer and stronger
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...his work is effective, measurable, and sustainable in making communities safer
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...he’s become a trusted partner to the Milwaukee Fire Department
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...deeply committed to strengthening our community
Kent Lovern
Milwaukee County District Attorney
...very moving talk...people need to hear this
Audience Member
TedX
Adam‘s work with the criminal justice system helps reduce recidivism...
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...his collaboration is making our city safer and stronger
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...very powerful
Audience Member
TedX
...his work is effective, measurable, and sustainable in making communities safer
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...he’s become a trusted partner to the Milwaukee Fire Department
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...deeply committed to strengthening our community
Kent Lovern
Milwaukee County District Attorney
...very moving talk...people need to hear this
Audience Member
TedX
Adam‘s work with the criminal justice system helps reduce recidivism...
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...his collaboration is making our city safer and stronger
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...very powerful
Audience Member
TedX
...his work is effective, measurable, and sustainable in making communities safer
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...he’s become a trusted partner to the Milwaukee Fire Department
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...deeply committed to strengthening our community
Kent Lovern
Milwaukee County District Attorney
...very moving talk...people need to hear this
Audience Member
TedX
Adam‘s work with the criminal justice system helps reduce recidivism...
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...his collaboration is making our city safer and stronger
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...very powerful
Audience Member
TedX
...his work is effective, measurable, and sustainable in making communities safer
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...he’s become a trusted partner to the Milwaukee Fire Department
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...deeply committed to strengthening our community
Kent Lovern
Milwaukee County District Attorney
...very moving talk...people need to hear this
Audience Member
TedX
Adam‘s work with the criminal justice system helps reduce recidivism...
Chief James MacGillis
Chief of Wauwatosa Police Department
...his collaboration is making our city safer and stronger
Aaron Lispski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
...very powerful
Audience Member
TedX
From Inmate to Influence
From Inmate to Influence
From Inmate to Influence
At 15, Adam was sentenced to life in prison.
He spent four years in solitary confinement before renouncing his past.
Then, he became a speaker, writer, and advocate helping to break cycles of violence and incarceration.
His work has changed laws. Now, he’s working to change lives.
Writing
Criminal Justice Reform & Memoirs
Writing
Criminal Justice Reform & Memoirs
Speaking
Second Chances, Real Solutions
Speaking
Second Chances, Real Solutions
Consulting
Revolutionizing Reentry Programs
Consulting
Revolutionizing Reentry Programs
I don’t just tell my story. I use it to inform solutions.
I don’t just tell my story. I use it to inform solutions.
Adam speaks to law enforcement, businesses, and policymakers about real-world reentry challenges and systemic change.
Adam provides experienced insights on criminal justice reform, leadership, and second-chance employment.
Coordinating Reentry
Streamline reentry services to reduce recidivism.
Coordinating Reentry
Streamline reentry services to reduce recidivism.
Coordinating Reentry
Streamline reentry services to reduce recidivism.
Crafting Law & Policy
Develop legislation to address root causes.
Crafting Law & Policy
Develop legislation to address root causes.
Crafting Law & Policy
Develop legislation to address root causes.
Creating Trust Between LEO & Returning Citizens
Better relationships. Better outcomes.
Creating Trust Between LEO & Returning Citizens
Better relationships. Better outcomes.
Creating Trust Between LEO & Returning Citizens
Better relationships. Better outcomes.
In the Media
In the Media
In the Media
Interviews & Press
Interviews & Press
Interviews & Press
From silence to speaking out loud, now I use my words to create change.
From silence to speaking out loud, now I use my words to create change.
Featured in NPR, The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, TEDx, and more.
Featured in NPR, The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, TEDx, and more.
Author of multiple books and writings on justice, forgiveness, and reform.
Author of multiple books and writings on justice, forgiveness, and reform.
Get Involved
Get Involved
Get Involved
Let's Build Something
Let's Build Something
Let's Build Something
This isn’t about my story. It’s about rewriting someone else’s.
This isn’t about my story. It’s about rewriting someone else’s.
Whether you're a business leader, police department, educator, or activist, you can help drive change.
Whether you're a business leader, police department, educator, or activist, you can help drive change.
Grab a book or hire Adam for speaking, workshops, and strategic consulting.
Grab a book or hire Adam for speaking, workshops, and strategic consulting.
Adam Procell
Adam Procell
ADAM PROCELL
Change starts with conversation. Let’s build something that matters.
© Adam Procell 2025
Change starts with conversation. Let’s build something that matters.
© Adam Procell 2025
Change starts with conversation. Let’s build something that matters.
© Adam Procell 2025