State Executive Committeeman District 21 in Tennessee State Senate District 21, Tennessee

2026 Primary Election

• Dakota Galban — Chair, Davidson County Democratic Party in Nashville, TN

  Dakota Galban, 30, is a Nashville resident and a Democrat seeking the position of Democratic State Executive Committeeman for District 21 in the May 2026 primary. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communications from Arkansas State University and has a professional background in human resources and organizational strategy, focusing on leadership and building inclusive cultures. Galban brings a real-world perspective to public service, currently serving as a commissioner on the Metro Nashville Human Relations Commission, appointed by Mayor John Cooper. He also chairs the Davidson County Democratic Party, where he is involved in voter registration, turnout, and party organizing. He has called Nashville home for eight years.

• John Summers — Incumbent State Executive Committeeman in Collierville, TN

  John Summers is an incumbent Democratic State Executive Committeeman for District 21 in Tennessee, with his current term ending in August 2026. He is seeking re-election in the 2026 primary. Professionally, Summers is described as a dynamic senior executive leader with global experience, associated with Astra Service Partners. He resides in Collierville, Tennessee, and is involved with various organizations including First Tee of SE WI, First Tee Palm Beach, SAMA, and SOAR, reflecting a breadth of interests beyond his political and professional career.