Michel R. Moore
Policing with Purpose, Compassion & Partnerships
After more than four decades of dedicated service with the men and women in the finest police department in the world, I retired having championed leadership built on integrity, collaboration, and strategic partnerships with both community stakeholders and the broader criminal justice system.
My career spanned the ever evolving “Arch of Policing”—an imperfect yet relentless pursuit of trust-building within communities, while safeguarding those who serve with bravery, dignity, and professionalism.
In this next chapter, I remain committed to supporting the profession by offering counsel, guidance, and encouragement to those who dedicate their lives to this noble calling.
Background in POLICING
Forty-two years of progressive responsibility with the Los Angeles Police Department as a successful principle-based leader, including twenty years as a command and staff officer, retiring as the 57th Chief of Police after serving nearly six years in that position.
A demonstrated commitment to transparency, community collaborations, and problem-solving that builds trust, reduces crime, and maintains a highly motivated workforce. During my tenure as Chief of Police, we implemented effective crime fighting initiatives, institutionalized the Community Safety Partnership model, focused heavily on community engagement, and ensuring the ongoing modernization of the Department’s technology; all while guiding the men and women of the organization through the once in a life time challenges of a global pandemic and historic reduction is staffing.
A proven change agent nationally recognized as a thought leader in 21st Century Policing with the ability to inspire, marshal and direct resources from the community, outside agencies, and throughout all levels of the organization, to accomplish goals and objectives.