EXPERT ON:
◉ Effective Communication
EXPERIENCE:
◉ National Authority on Youth Safety & Social Media — Founder of Cyber Safety Cop, guiding schools and families through digital risks, online predators, and emerging technology threats.
◉ Law Enforcement & Threat Assessment Expert — 20 years of frontline experience as a School Resource Officer, Juvenile Investigator, Behavioral Threat Assessor, and prevention educator focused on student safety and violence prevention.
◉ Author, Keynote Speaker & Parent Advocate — Author of Parenting in the Digital World and Screen Time Standoff, delivering practical guidance on digital safety, substance abuse prevention, and early warning signs of harm.
Clayton Cranford is recognized as one of the nation’s leading authorities on social media, child safety, and behavioral threat assessment. As the founder of Cyber Safety Cop, Clayton bridges the gap between law enforcement expertise and practical parenting, empowering schools and families to navigate the complex digital and physical risks facing youth today.
With an impressive 20-year tenure in law enforcement, Clayton’s background is defined by frontline experience. He has served in critical roles, including School Resource Officer, Juvenile Investigator, Behavioral Threat Assessor, and drug abuse prevention educator. His work has made him a pivotal figure in identifying and preventing violence and delinquency in schools and communities.
Clayton is the author of the definitive parenting guide, “Parenting in the Digital World,” and his groundbreaking new release, “Screen Time Standoff: Negotiation Skills to Unplug Your Kid.” In his latest work, he utilizes his professional training as a crisis negotiator to provide parents with actionable strategies for managing screen time and building healthy digital habits.
A dynamic and sought-after keynote speaker, Clayton delivers eye-opening presentations that cover the full spectrum of modern student safety:
Digital Safety: Uncovering the hidden dangers of social media, gaming, and Artificial Intelligence, while providing tools to detect online predators and abuse.
Substance Abuse Prevention: unpacking the “smoke screen” of modern substance trends, including vaping, cannabis, and the fentanyl crisis.
Behavioral Threat Assessment: Teaching educators and parents how to identify early warning signs of violence or self-harm.
Clayton holds a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Beyond his credentials, he brings a vital personal perspective as a father of two boys who grew up during the smartphone revolution. He understands the unique struggles parents face because he has lived them.
Participants leave Clayton’s sessions not just informed, but empowered with cutting-edge knowledge and proven techniques to proactively protect children and build resiliency.
