Ryan Strong is the Chief of Police at the Wayne Police Department, where he has served since 1999. Over the years, he has held several roles within the department, including patrol officer, sergeant, and lieutenant overseeing the detective bureau. He takes a strong interest in officer wellness and professional development.

Chief Strong holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Michigan State University. He also teaches Criminal Justice as an adjunct professor at Ferris State University and Baker College. In his free time, he enjoys spending time on Lake Michigan with his family, as well as running and hiking.