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Entrepreneur · Investor · Operator

I build businesses that build communities.

I'm Adrian Cox — a serial entrepreneur and operator in Atlanta with 25+ years of building companies across childcare, real estate, hospitality, and food service. Now I work one-on-one with people who want to prosper and build a more successful life — through real personal development, not just business advice.

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One-on-One

Personal Development, One on One.

This isn't traditional coaching or mentoring. It's personal development — direct, honest, one-on-one work for people who want to prosper and be more successful in life.

I work primarily with men ready to grow in business, money, and life — and I welcome anyone who's serious about their next level.

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I’m Adrian Cox — a serial entrepreneur and operator in Atlanta with 25+ years of building companies across childcare, real estate, hospitality, and food service. Now I coach and mentor the next generation of builders.

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What Our Clients Say

Working with Adrian was transformative. His genuine care and encouragement inspired me to pursue my dreams with confidence. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking to make real change and have fun in the process.

Debra George

Adrian’s coaching has been invaluable. His personalized approach helped me overcome limiting beliefs and make aligned decisions.The cloud I was in was quickly lifted and the change really began to flow.
Thanks AC.

James Riley

I can’t thank Adrian Cox enough for his support. His actionable strategies helped me to pursue my goals with confidence and
strength. I was blown away by his wealth of information..

Adrian Cox has been my guiding light through life’s twists and turns. With his coaching, I’ve not only achieved my goals but also learned to laugh at the hurdles along the way. His blend of wisdom and humor makes every session uplifting and transformative. Eternally grateful.

Stephen Devereaux

Adrian’s coaching has been a game-changer for me. After 8 months of his guidance helped me gain clarity on my goals and overcome obstacles. I’m grateful for the positive impact he’s had on my personal and professional growth.

Robert Jennings

Another Way to Engage: YES CEOs

YES CEOs is one way to engage with me — a community of entrepreneurs building real relationships, real deal flow, and real accountability. Whether you’re launching your first business or scaling your fifth, you don’t have to build alone. Join YES CEOs

Community — Free

CEO calls, mini-courses, resources, challenges, networking Join Free

Elite — $49/mo

Group coaching, mastermind, accountability, premium resources Join Elite

Executive — $89/mo

Executive strategy calls with Adrian, deal flow, investment opportunities, retreat discounts Join Executive

By the Numbers

25+
Years operating businesses
Hundreds
of childcare centers served
30+
Years of real-estate investing
2
Published books
Thriving
CEO community

The Story

Adrian Cox is a Morehouse College accounting graduate who turned numbers into neighborhoods. For over 25 years, he and his wife Marvlet have co-led Youth Educational Services (YES Inc), a nonprofit serving hundreds of childcare centers over the years.

He has built companies in printing, tax services, catering, childcare, entertainment, consulting, and real estate — and wrote two books on the lessons.

His newest venture: Aspire Social ATL, a 235-seat restaurant and brunch bar opening in Norcross in December 2026.

Ventures

YES Inc

Nonprofit co-founder; CACFP sponsor serving hundreds of childcare centers over the years

Aspire Social ATL

235-seat restaurant & brunch bar, opening December 2026

Real Estate

30+ years buy-and-hold investing

YES Eventz

Event venue, Main Street Tucker

High Hope Academy

Childcare center, Tifton GA

Published Author

Financial Freedom Through Real Estate Investing — build sustainable wealth with buy-and-hold real estate.

Motivation, Money and Matrimony — a couple’s guide to mastering all three, with Marv Cox.

Adrian Cox's book on financial freedom

Available on Amazon

Beyond Business

Music is part of my history — I played trumpet with The Band Brick, from festival stages to church pews. 100 Black Men of DeKalb. Golfer. Husband of 20+ years. The businesses are what I do; the people are why I do it.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Ready to build something that matters?

Whether you want one-on-one personal development, a speaking engagement, or just a conversation about your next move — reach out.

info@adriandcox.com · 404-458-8134

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