Trisha was raised on a large swine farm in Central Illinois, which made her appreciate all the hard work and cooperation that goes into a rural community to keep it thriving.  Trisha chose to come back to her hometown after college to help support the community that supported her while growing up.  Her conviction for betterment in rural areas led her to pursue a career with Boomtown Institute.  The Institute gives her the opportunity to research and communicate with all of America’s hometowns.   

Trisha graduated Summa Cum Laude from Missouri Baptist University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration. She is currently working toward her Community and Economic Developer Certification.