David M. Long

David M. Long, JD, CAMS, CFE, is an Associate Professor in Criminal Justice and Legal Studies at the University of Massachusetts Global's School of Arts and Sciences. He specializes in anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, fraud prevention, and virtual currency regulation. With nearly a decade as a Senior Special Agent at the federal Office of Labor Racketeering, he investigated complex financial crimes including money laundering, RICO violations, and public corruption. Long also has extensive experience in commercial real estate as a former Associate Broker and Site Acquisition Consultant, managing over $12M in property transactions.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD), University of Pennsylvania (1990)
• B.A. in History, Howard University (1984), Phi Beta Kappa, Magna cum laude

Research Focus

Long's work bridges criminal justice reform with technological advancements in digital finance. His consultancy, NCFPS-Digital Currency AML Consultants, specializes in compliance challenges for virtual currency companies.

Professional Background

His career spans law enforcement (1995-2003), real estate (2004-2007), and academia. As Principal of NCFPS, he provides expert guidance on AML frameworks and fraud prevention strategies tailored to emerging technologies.