Cory brings a background as a small business owner, hospitality professional, and community leader to his role as Business Development Manager at the North Tahoe Chamber. He spent over a decade building and operating bars in San Francisco and Oakland, developing a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing small businesses. He has been actively involved in business and community organizations, including the Polk Street Merchants Association and the Oakland Uptown Downtown Nightlife Committee, and most recently supported entrepreneurs through his work with the Entrepreneurs’ Organization Reno-Tahoe. Drawn to North Lake Tahoe by its outdoor lifestyle and strong sense of community, Cory is passionate about building meaningful relationships and supporting a vibrant, resilient local business community.