Mari Jo Long has extensive experience in youth development and education, currently serving as the Associate Director of Family Supportive Housing at Project for Pride in Living since August 2010. Responsibilities include leading a team of Youth Program Coordinators, overseeing program delivery, data collection, budgeting, and collaboration with community partners. Previous roles at Project for Pride in Living include Program Supervisor for Homework 'n' Hoops and SEED Camp, and Youth Program Coordinator, where programming focused on at-risk youth in the Twin Cities Metro area. Additional experience includes positions with the Minnesota Literacy Council, Carleton College, and various tutoring roles. Mari Jo Long holds a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs and a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Literature and Education from Carleton College.