Michelle was raised in Rochester MN. Feeling a sense of duty for her country, she joined the Navy Reserves and served for 8.5 years, attaining the rank of Petty Officer 2nd class. During her time in the service, she was able to visit many places worldwide, with her favorites being Hawaii and Japan.
Michelle has always felt a need to serve others and besides being in the Navy Reserves, has been active in the community by being a Girl Scout Leader, GSUSA Service Unit Manager, BSA Assistant Scout Master, PTA member and president, as a coach of various youth sports, and now as a board member of the Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.
In 2017, after 27 years in the business, she bought her father out and continues as the owner of the Broadwater Insurance Agency. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys hiking, backpacking, and traveling. Michelle currently resides in Rochester with her husband and two children.
