EMDC welcomes Lajoie to Workforce Team
Eastern Maine Development Corp. is pleased to welcome Linda Lajoie of Sangerville, who has joined our Workforce Team based in our Dover Foxcroft office. Lajoie will be working to support individuals in the region primarily in Dover-Foxcroft, Guilford, and Greenville, assisting them in overcoming barriers while achieving their professional goals.
With over 30 years of experience working with nonprofit organizations as a HUD housing counselor and financial literacy specialist, Lajoie has expertise in community outreach and advocacy for veterans and people in recovery. To that end, she is the founder of the Silhouette Project saluting veterans lost to suicide.
EMDC STAFF — Eastern Maine Development Corp. staff pictured, from left, Kim Morrison (jail diversion), Linda Lajoie (workforce specialist), Kathryn Maynard (workforce specialist), Jill Rothrock (workforce specialist), Tom Fernands (director of analytics), Susan Cerini (senior director of workforce), and Robert Henderson (jail diversion).
“Having someone with Linda’s experience and passion who lives in Piscataquis County helps us reach individuals with various challenges throughout the region.” said Susan Cerini, senior director of business and workforce services. “Her experience with veterans and dedication to people in recovery work align perfectly with EMDC’s mission. Linda will be instrumental in helping us connect with people of all ages and provide the support they need to succeed.”
On her first day, Lajoie said, “I am happy to join EMDC to work with individuals and community leaders to provide an avenue for people to succeed and reach their goals. I’m passionate about helping people better themselves and creating pathways to opportunities.”