Dedicated to building stronger communities

David Longo is the Founder, Chairman of the Board, and Chief Executive Officer of CBI Workplace Solutions. David opened CBI in 1993 as a small startup and grew CBI into the premier workplace solutions provider it is today with 10 locations. David is devoted to giving back to the community and emphasizes that CBI exists to Love and Serve its Clients, Associates and Communities. This personal philosophy led him to create the Live Love Serve Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting CBI Associates in their times of need and charities with missions supporting education, literacy, and local communities.

Ralph is the Senior Vice President of Hub Operations at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), a critical part of American’s global network with 650+ daily departures and 14,000+ team members. With a 28-year career at American, he’s led major organizations, including the Integrated Operations Center (IOC) and Miami International Airport (MIA). Ralph’s extensive experience spans international hubs like London-Heathrow, Boston, New York City, Newark, and San Jose, as well as leadership roles in the Caribbean and Latin American divisions. A native of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Ralph holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix and is actively involved in community initiatives.

Mary McCray, a dedicated North Carolinian and accomplished educator with 35 years of service in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, notably served as the Board of Education’s longest-serving chair and received prestigious awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the North Carolina Association of Educators. Her involvement extends to community organizations like the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Retired School Personnel and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Black Political Caucus, all while cherishing her roles as a mother and grandmother.