A commitment to service.

Sandra Long has dedicated her career to serving the public with a deep sense of purpose and integrity. As a former Deputy Secretary of Commerce (MD), she has played a pivotal role in shaping policies that drive economic growth, support small businesses, and foster community development. Her commitment to public service is not just a profession but a calling—rooted in a belief that effective leadership can make a profound impact on people's lives. With a legacy of trailblazing initiatives and a passion for creating positive change, Sandra continues to inspire and lead, always with a focus on improving the lives of those she serves.

And, you will tell them Yes.

Inspired by a favorite Nike ad “[It] says, “All your life you are told the things you cannot do,” “They will say you are not good enough or strong enough or talented enough … they will tell you NO, but you will tell them YES.”

Sandra Long has been telling them YES for years, thriving in typically male-dominated industries. Her career started in finance, eventually becoming the CFO of the Maryland State Lottery overseeing $1.4 billion in revenue. As the Deputy Secretary of Commerce (MD), Maryland’s Department of Economic and Business Development Ms. Long lead the …..

Named one of Maryland’s Top 100 Women, she believes “you can accomplish anything you are willing to work for.” She says her success during her tenure as Deputy Secretary was because she stayed focused on a state that she loved and believed in.