Hi, I'm Moe.
For more than two decades, my work has centered around protecting people, investigating crime, and helping communities understand how to stay safer in an increasingly connected world.
From investigation to prevention.
I spent 20 years in law enforcement, including 8½ years working as an Internet Crimes Against Children investigator. That experience gave me a front-row view of both the incredible opportunities technology creates and the very real risks families face online.
My investigative work included reactive and proactive online investigations, CyberTips from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, peer-to-peer investigations, undercover operations, digital evidence, and cases involving the online exploitation of children.
But somewhere along the way, I discovered that one of the most powerful tools in protecting children wasn't only investigation—it was education and prevention.
I began providing internet safety education in 2006 and have since spoken with more than 13,000 children, parents, educators, law enforcement professionals, and community members. Today, I continue that work as a High-Tech Crime Specialist, training law enforcement professionals while also helping families, schools, and communities better understand the online world.
Experience that shapes the message.
Investigator
Two decades in law enforcement and years investigating Internet Crimes Against Children shaped my understanding of online behavior, exploitation, digital evidence, and the realities families may face.
Educator & Trainer
I now translate that investigative experience into practical education for parents, students, schools, law enforcement, and community professionals—without relying on fear to get the message across.
Speaker
My presentations combine real-world experience with actionable strategies audiences can actually use, whether I'm speaking to a classroom, parent group, professional audience, or conference.
Community Advocate
Protecting children and strengthening communities has remained a consistent thread throughout my career, including service with organizations dedicated to child abuse prevention and Special Olympics.
Why M² CyberShield Consulting?
I believe online safety education works best when it is practical, honest, and rooted in connection. Parents don't need to become technology experts, and kids don't need to be frightened into making good decisions.
They need adults who stay involved, ask questions, establish expectations, recognize warning signs, and make it safe to ask for help.
That's the purpose behind M² CyberShield Consulting: turning real investigative experience into education that helps families and communities become safer, smarter, and stronger online.
Let's make the online world safer together.
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Hi, I’m Moe McClanahan — the heart behind
M2 Cybershield consulting.
For 20 years, I served in law enforcement, with the last 8½ years dedicated full-time to investigating Internet Crimes Against Children. Over my career, I’ve spent more than 14 years working cases involving online exploitation — experience that shaped my deep passion for protecting families and helping kids stay safe in the digital world. Today, I continue that mission through education and training, empowering parents and children with the tools to navigate technology confidently and safely.
But my story doesn’t stop there. Alongside safety, I’ve discovered the importance of wellness and intentional living — because staying strong isn’t just about protecting others, it’s about caring for ourselves, too. After experiencing my own seasons of burnout, I became committed to building habits that create energy, resilience, and joy.
Through M2 Strong, I bring all three pillars together:
Wellness Reset → simple, realistic tools to build energy and health
Intentional Living → strategies to create balance, purpose, and presence
Online Safety → education that empowers parents and protects kids
At the core of it all, my mission is simple: to help people live stronger in mind, body, and family.
Whether I’m speaking at a school, coaching women through habit change, or equipping parents with the latest internet safety trends, I believe strength multiplies when we share it.
Let’s build it — together. 💙