Marlee Finley grew up in Bismarck and started working as a pharmacy technician in 2012 before deciding to return to school to become a pharmacist after working as a tech for many years. She graduated from United Tribes Technical College in 2018 and then from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2024. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, reading, watching basketball tournaments (NBA, WNBA), and playing in basketball tournaments. She has an 11-year-old son and an 11-year-old niece, both of whom are dear to her.