Andrea grew up in Grundy County and was a member of the Palermo 4-H Clovers Club for 10 years and a member of the Grundy County 4-H Council.  

Andrea graduated from Grundy Center High School in 1992 and Wartburg College in 1996 with a Bachelor's Degree in Communications. 

Andrea is married to Dan Traeger (alumni of the Washington Wranglers 4-H Club).  They live in Grundy Center and have two children Ryan & Madison.  Andrea enjoys spending time with her family and friends.  In her spare time she likes to be creative thru scrapbooking or learning new crafts.

Andrea has a passion for working with youth and enjoys watching them grow in the 4-H program.