In the AfterMath: Lessons in Crisis Management, Leadership, and Survival

For more than four decades, James A. Gaskell worked with Fortune 500 companies, law enforcement agencies, retailers, manufacturers, and organizations facing some of their most difficult moments. From organized retail crime and workplace violence to product tampering, employee dishonesty, natural disasters, and corporate emergencies, he learned that what happens after a crisis often determines whether an organization survives.

In the Aftermath is a practical guide filled with true stories, proven strategies, and lessons learned from real-world experience. Rather than focusing on theory, my book provides practical insights into leadership, communication, crisis management, and preparing for the unexpected.

Whether you are a business owner, executive, manager, security professional, emergency responder, or simply someone interested in how organizations overcome adversity, this book offers timeless principles that remain just as relevant today.

The best time to prepare for a crisis is before it begins.