FEATURED SPEAKER
On July 24, 2025
11:30am
ONLINE
John D. Byrnes, D.Hum


John D. Byrnes, D.Hum, is a nationally recognized leader in workplace violence prevention and the founder of the Center for Aggression Management, established in 1993. Dr. Byrnes developed the Critical Aggression Prevention System (CAPS), the first scientifically reliable method to prevent violence by identifying the earliest observable precursors to aggression.
He has trained professionals in corporate, government, healthcare, and educational sectors. His clients include the U.S. Army Insider Threat Hub, Honeywell, Lockheed Martin, AdventHealth, Baptist Health, Columbia University, and numerous law enforcement agencies and school districts. He has spoken at ASIS International and its regional chapters, including Columbus and Cincinnati.
Dr. Byrnes is the author of four books:
- Before Conflict: Preventing Aggressive Behavior
- Bridging Political Divides
- Safe Schools Safe Futures
- A Blueprint for Workplace Violence Prevention
His work has been featured in USA Today, The Wall Street Journal , Chicago Tribune, Risk Management Magazine (RIMS), SHRM’s HR Magazine, Safety+Health, CNN.com, CBS News Radio, and Reuters.
Through CAPS, Dr. Byrnes provides HR and security professionals with the tools to move beyond reaction—to reliably prevent violence, protect people, and foster safer, more respectful workplaces.
Website: https://www.aggressionmanagement.com/
Clients: https://www.aggressionmanagement.com/client_list.php
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aggressionmanagement/