After graduating from Fort Lewis College with a degree in Fine Arts, Cory has been through several careers. From a cable/phone lineman to a high school art teacher, to currently operating a small organic farm in Paonia. He married his college sweetheart in 95 and is a father of two. His wife has a degree in Environmental Science so environmental concerns have always been a driving force in life decisions and being a part of SEI is a huge plus. His son is also the youngest graduate of the photovoltaic training classes. To pass time he enjoys hiking,fly fishing,mountain biking and painting.