Cory grew up in Whitehouse, Texas. He went to Texas A&M University one year before meeting his future wife Sheri, which brought him back to the Tyler area to finish his Bachelors Degree in Computer Science at UT Tyler. He has worked at Lufkin Industries, Whitehouse ISD, Texas Spine & Joint Hospital, and is currently self-employed at The Computer Guy. Cory enjoys spending time with his family and keeping busy on outdoor projects.