Carl Long is a member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Texas Christian University. He also earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Texas.

He is currently serving on Indian Gaming Association Board of Directors as a Associate Member representative.

Mr. Long is an advocate for best practices in the purchasing profession and teaches seminars on project purchasing around the country. Mr. Long was recently the president of the International Society of Hospitality Purchasers (ISHP) and spearheaded the organizations fundraising efforts to combat Human Trafficking.