Frank Elsner is a public safety and leadership professional whose story begins far from the roles he holds today. Born in Germany and raised in Canada from 1965, he grew up between Vancouver and the small town of Oliver, BC. Sports shaped much of his early drive. He played rugby and soccer, and he became the No. 2 wrestler in his weight class in the province. He also earned expert diver certification at 17 and served as student council president, experiences that taught him focus and responsibility.

Elsner entered policing in 1983, starting with the RCMP before moving to the Ontario Provincial Police and then the Thunder Bay Police Service. Over the next 13 years, he took on demanding roles as an undercover officer, detective, intelligence officer, dive master, and tactical team member. He rose to Inspector before moving into leadership positions, serving as Deputy Chief in Owen Sound and Greater Sudbury, and later as Chief of Police in Sudbury. He also held senior roles with the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police and the Criminal Intelligence Service of Ontario.

While building his career, Elsner returned to school as a mature student, completing a Political Science degree at Lakehead University and later a Master of Public Administration from Western University.

Today, he serves as Chief of Safety and Security for the Natural Factors Group of Companies. He remains active in community service and motorcycle riding, continuing a lifelong pattern of dedication, curiosity, and steady growth.