Tana, a local Alexandria native, has a rich background in early childhood education. In 2005, she completed her AAS Degree in Early Childhood Education at Alexandria Technical & Community College. Tana has since served as a Preschool Teacher, Special Ed Assistant, and established and managed Bright Stars Childcare in Alexandria and Fergus Falls, MN. Most recently, she held the role of Child Care Staffing Coordinator at the Alexandria Area YMCA.
Married to Jake since 2005, they are proud parents to three children named Jackson, Tyla, and Jakoby. In her free time, Tana enjoys coaching the Minnewaska High School Dance Team. Apart from supporting early childhood students, she is deeply passionate about empowering and guiding young women.