Andrea Driffill

Consumer advocacy leader, investigative journalist, and nonprofit co-founder dedicated to advancing transparency, accountability, and citizen empowerment. Currently serving as Co-Founder and Director of Virginia Consumer, leading efforts to shape consumer-first policy, strengthen legislative engagement, and build a statewide platform that equips residents to navigate complex regulatory and legal systems. Brings a strong background in investigative reporting and media strategy, previously serving as Editorial Director of Virginia Consumer, where she led in-depth reporting on regulatory failures, consumer protection issues, and systemic imbalances affecting homeowners and citizens. Skilled in leveraging public records, storytelling, and digital media to drive awareness and influence policy reform. Experienced in coalition building and cross-sector collaboration, developing networks of legal experts, environmental specialists, and grassroots advocates to support individuals facing construction defects, insurance disputes, and governance challenges. Leads innovative civic tech initiatives, including tools that increase public access to government processes and accountability data. Also served as Producer for The Rabbit Whole Podcast, using long-form media to explore consumer rights, public policy, and institutional accountability—laying the foundation for a broader advocacy movement. Recognized for combining investigative rigor with strategic leadership, this professional is passionate about protecting consumer rights, driving systemic reform, and ensuring equitable access to information, justice, and civic participation.

Andrea "Andie" Driffill is a force in consumer advocacy and investigative journalism who is dedicated to dismantling systemic imbalances. As the Co-Founder and Director of Virginia Consumer, she has turned personal experience into a statewide movement, equipping residents to navigate the labyrinth of regulatory and legal systems.

Andie leads innovative the development of initiatives like Open Agenda to bridge the gap between government processes and public access. Whether she is leveraging public records to expose construction defects or producing long-form insights on The Virginia Consumer podcast, her work is defined by investigative rigor and a relentless pursuit of accountability. From courtroom battles to legislative halls, Andie is redefining what it means to be a citizen advocate.