Donald Long

Donald Long grew up in Fort Collins, Colorado — the kind of place that turns kids into lifelong outdoor enthusiasts — and never really lost that instinct. Now based in Chicago, he brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in outdoor retail, landscape consulting, and sports equipment advisory to his role as a gift curator at GiftScores. His B.S. in Recreation Management from Colorado State and a Certified Outdoor Recreation Professional credential inform every pick he makes, whether that's rugged gear for active adults or garden tools that actually match how someone gardens. A Chicago-area outdoor retailer saw its seasonal gift revenue climb 34% after working with him. He owns more trowels than dress shirts, and he'll tell you that's entirely intentional.