06/15/2026
JSL of Hendersonville proudly presents our 2026 Mr. Sumner County candidates . These outstanding men are accomplished leaders and community partners. Together, we will make a difference for Isaiah 117 House Sumner County!
We are pleased to announce our first candidate and his impressive bio.
Introducing Michael Lajoie!
Family
• Proud husband and father who values faith, family, service, and community.
Professional
* Graduate of University of South Florida.
* Business owner specializing in insurance and financial services.
* Former Board Chair of Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County and the Gallatin Area Chamber of Commerce.
* Currently serves as Judge Advocate for VFW Post 9851 and is a former United States Marine Corps Marine.
* Graduate and alumnus of:
* Leadership Gallatin - Class of 2021
* Leadership Sumner - Class of 2022
* Leadership Middle Tennessee - Class of 2023
Hobbies
• Enjoys real estate, construction, community involvement, health and fitness, riding his Harley, snowmobiling, and his classic truck.
Fun Facts
* Dual citizen of the United States and Canada.
* Has jumped out of airplanes and piloted an aircraft.
* Completed SCUBA dives in the Pacific Ocean and the Philippine Sea.
* Auditioned for the hit television show Survivor.
* Has appeared in movies, television shows, and commercials.
* A Tennessee Squire.
* Recipient of:
* Tennessee Habitat for Humanity Leadership Volunteer of the Year Award (2023)
* Hendersonville Chamber Men Impacting the Community Non-Profit Volunteer Award (2024)
* Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives Volunteer of the Year Award (2024)
* Lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Be on the lookout for Michael’s upcoming individual fundraising events…..
coming soon🤩
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