Niels Long joined NERUS in October 2023 after graduating from the University of Oregon with a bachelor’s degree in art and technology. His roles at NERUS include the customization of its merchandise products as well as preparing and designing award plaques. He spends his free time with his girlfriend going on hikes with their dog, Haku, and watching television shows and movies with their cat, Shinra.

He also really enjoys playing video games with his friends when he can. He lives in Albany and works in the Salem corporate office.