John Padgett

John L. Padgett, Ph.D.(C), is recognized as one of the leading experts in mass school violence and murder in the United States.

His expertise stems from maintaining the largest global database of incidents related to school violence and mass violence in educational settings.

His current research focus includes studying offender communications before, during, and after incidents of mass school violence, with an emphasis on shifting paradigms and preventing such tragedies through early recognition and reporting of pre-incident communications.

John Padgett holds a diverse educational background; he pursued studies ranging from Criminal Justice, Psychology, Education, and Public Administration, culminating in a Ph.D. in Psychology from Walden University.

Throughout his career, he has engaged with various esteemed organizations and institutions, such as Taylor & Francis, Pearson Education, and multiple universities, where he contributed as a subject matter expert, course developer, faculty member, and leader focusing on public safety and criminal justice.

His professional journey includes roles as a CEO at Psychosocial Dynamics - focusing on Violence Research and Solutions, Adjunct Faculty positions at multiple universities, Director of Law Enforcement Training at Columbia County Board of Education, and Sergeant within law enforcement agencies.

Aside from his academic and professional achievements, John Padgett also has a background as a professional drummer and percussionist, showcasing a well-rounded set of skills and interests.

John L. Padgett's wealth of experience and dedication to mitigating mass school violence emphasize his commitment to enhancing safety and security in educational environments.