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Training Overview

Mr. Villines and his team have conducted professional enhancement seminars and industry mandated training to thousands of individuals. They have provided training throughout the United States for various law enforcement groups, private security staffs, attorneys, property management companies, community organizations, corporations and individuals.

Professional Seminars

Though not intended to meet mandated certification criteria, many of our professional seminars can qualify for continuing education credit. They can be presented to meet the professional needs of a particular entity, or an entity may choose to sponsor a presentation for the larger community. Click here for more information.

Certified Instruction

Some professions require a certain amount of mandated training to obtain and maintain certification and/or licensure. Our board-certified instructors offer training opportunities, both advanced and basic, to meet these needs. Click here for more information.

Training Team

John Villines is a published author in the field of personal safety, crime prevention, security management, and training. He has been certified as an instructor in advanced and specialized training for public law enforcement, private security and private sector investigators. A certified instructor in self defense, he has provided personal protection services for high profile individuals, including Sir Richard Attenborough, Tom Cruise, and Ben Kingsley.

Gary Mugridge is a retired federal agent and former instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the ATF Academy, Georgia Police Academy, and other venues, Gary's background as a presenter, combined with his extensive leadership experiences, enable him to provide uniquely informative training sessions on a variety of topics.

C. Joshua Villines maintains active board certification as an instructor for both police and private sector investigators. His primary focus is on advanced and specialized training related to interviews and questioning techniques, threat assessment, and crime prevention; which is offered to attorneys, human resource personnel, private sector loss prevention personnel and law enforcement. Additionally, he conducts mandated training and continuing education for private sector security and investigators.

Our Clients

Some of the clients for whom we have provided training include:

Deloitte and Touche
CNN
International Security Conference
ASIS International
The Southern Company
Trammell Crow Companies
Association of Threat Assessment Professionals

Hotel Atlanta Intelligence Group
International Council of Shopping Centers
University of Georgia
Georgia State University
Georgia Police Academy
and many others

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Testimonials

"John is highly professional and serves as role model for many private investigators and the industry at large. He has also been a great mentor to me over many years." - Kirsti E. (Manager and Private Investigator, Ekeholm and Associates, LLC)

"John is top notch and a true professional. When it comes to security issues of any kind, he is the first one I turn to. If he can't help me, he knows who can." - Dale R. (Senior Investigative Reporter, Fox 5/Atlanta WAGA)

"John is one of the most sincere and trustworthy professionals I know. Over the past 10+ years I have entrusted many families into his care because of his consistently excellent work and in-depth knowledge of troubled teens and the law." - Elizabeth G.

"John is the role model others need to emulate. His high degree of professionalism is matched only by the ethical pathway he follows. I never hesitate to refer clients to John because I know they will be well served by his agency." - Robert Warner (President, R. Warner & Associates, Inc.)

"I have known John C. Villines as a private investigator with the highest standards, as an expert witness, security and trial consultant, author, seminar presenter, trainer and as the founder of the Center for Safe Youth. I trust him and have a high regard for his pursuit of excellence." - James A. Wagoner (Business & Marketing Consultant, James Wagoner)

"John is an energetic, ethical security professional. I have worked with him on the Board of Directors of the Atlanta Chapter of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals. He is dedicated to his tasks and strives for the highest standards in his service." - Fred C. (Security Consultant, ABS Consulting)

"I have yet to find a professional in security consultation or investigations that has as broad a knowledge-base, professionalism, or integrity, as John Villines. Over 30 years' experience, building two successful businesses, achieving an advanced degree and numerous credentials attest to John's dedication to his profession." - Karl S.

"John has an excellent reputation in the security/safety fields and has made excellent presentations to our employee base." - Ray S.

"John Villines is a true professional who is passionate and knowledgable about crime prevention, safety, and security. As an expert in his field, John assists others to understand the importance of safety and security." - Rachelle D. (Board of Directors, International Society of Crime Prevention Practitioners)

"John is the consummate professional who is knowledgeable in his field and provides great service." - Bart S.

"John Villines believes in integrity and professionalism. He is arguably one of the most knowledgeable and competent security practioners I have ever known." - Tripp M. (Chief Investigator, Solicitor General)

"The staff at American Investigative Services has had the pleasure of working with John and his team for over 10 years. John is a dedicated, compassionate and highly skilled investigator. The results on all matters that he has handled for us have been beyond exemplary." - Jay G. (American Investigative Services)