Frank Hoagland

Frank Hoagland is an American businessman and former politician who served in the Ohio Senate from 2017 to 2023, representing the 30th district. He owns Special Tactics and Rescue Training LLC, a security training provider, based in Mingo Junction, Ohio. Hoagland previously served in the United States Navy as a Navy SEAL. He is a member of the Republican Party.

Frank Hoagland
Member of the Ohio Senate from the 30th district
In office January 5, 2017 – December 1, 2023
Preceded by	Lou Gentile
Succeeded by	Brian Chavez
Personal details
Political party	Republican
Residence	Mingo Junction, Ohio
Profession	Small business owner Legislator
Military service
Branch/service	United States Navy
Rank	Senior chief petty officer

Military and business career

Hoagland graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training BUD/S at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado in 1983. Following SEAL Basic Indoctrination and completion of a six-month probationary period, he received the Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) 5326 as a Combatant Swimmer (SEAL), entitled to wear the Special Warfare Insignia. After leaving the navy, he became a military contractor and worked on personal security details. In 2005, he founded Special Tactics and Rescue Training (START) LLC, which provides specialized security services and training to national security, law enforcement, and private entities.

Ohio Senate

Hoagland challenged incumbent state Senator Lou Gentile in the 2016 general election for Ohio's 30th Senate District, which spans ten counties. He was unopposed for the Republican nomination. Hoagland defeated Gentile by a margin of 53%-47% in the November 8, 2016 general election.

Electoral history

Ohio Senate 30th District: Results 2016

Year		Democrat	Votes	Pct		Republican	Votes	Pct
2016		Lou Gentile	75,450	47.10%		Frank Hoagland	84,747	52.90%

External links

• Campaign website