Mari has a background in audio/visual environmental storytelling with experience filming, editing, and leading documentary production on under-reported global social justice issues. In her role at GMA, she directly supports the Chief Finance & Operations Officer, provides general administrative aid, creates balanced operational processes, and administers staff benefits and employee engagement and wellness programs. Before joining GMA, Mari worked at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC), where she assisted the Human Resources department and was active in both business partner and internal communications. Earlier in her career, Mari served as the Creative Co-Director of Extending the Link, where she supervised a team of students to create documentaries on various social justice topics. This past year, she traveled to the Bahamas to learn about climate-induced migration and interview people living on the frontlines. Mari holds a BS in Environmental Studies and Peace Studies from the College of Saint Benedict.