John J. Murray Jr.
I help organizations solve their toughest challenges in conflict, communication, and change.
Through my Stop, Drop, & Roll method, A-Formation Leadership framework, and Hats Off approach to presence and leadership, teams learn how to slow conflict down, communicate clearly under pressure, and lead change without losing people along the way.
My training is practical, proven, and built to stop sparks before they become fires so your mission moves forward, your people feel supported, and your organization thrives even in challenging moments.
About John
John J. Murray Jr. is a nationally recognized speaker, consultant, and conflict resolution expert who trains leaders and teams to address conflict, strengthen communication, and lead through change before sparks become fires.
He holds an LL.M. in Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine University’s top-ranked program and is a certified Prosci Change Management Practitioner, blending conflict resolution, communication, and change science into practical tools leaders can use immediately.
John’s career spans service as a U.S. Army JAG Corps attorney, private practice, and higher-education leadership, where he served as a law professor, dean, and program builder. Across these roles, he saw the same pattern repeat itself: unresolved conflict and poor communication quietly undermines performance, trust, and culture. That insight led him to found Murray Mediation & Consulting, where he now works with organizations to build healthier teams, clearer communication, and more resilient leaders.
A sought-after keynote speaker and facilitator, John is the creator of the Stop, Drop, & Roll method of conflict resolution and the A-Formation Leadership framework. He is the bestselling author of Better Than Our Dogs, Man Na, and Introduction to Law: A Real, Relevant, and Relatable Approach for Paralegals, and his work has been featured on CBS, NBC News, and Fox.
If your organization is ready to reduce friction, improve communication, and lead change with confidence, John brings the insight, structure, and presence to make it happen.
John's Talks
Extinguish Conflict: Strengthen Communication, Transform Teams.
Using and Understanding Apologies to Improve Communication and Teams
When used effectively, apologies can repair relationships, build trust, and strengthen teams.
This session examines the psychology behind apologies, how to deliver them meaningfully, and how they can transform workplace communication and collaboration.
Embracing Change by Understanding Conflict
Change can be difficult, but understanding the roots of conflict can ease transitions.
This course explores how conflict arises during change and provides strategies for managing resistance, fostering adaptability, and creating a culture that embraces transformation.
"Mr. Murray was very knowledgeable, entertaining, and engaging! It was a great presentation!"
Victoria Edwards