He received a B.A. in English/Creative Writing at Hofstra University and an M.A. in Childhood Education at Queens College. At Hofstra, he won the 2004 Harold and Marylin Cohen Playwriting Prize. Several of his plays were produced on campus. He spent three years as the head writer and cast member of Thursday Nite Live: The live-sketch comedy show that was broadcasted on campus and in the city of Hempstead, Long Island. Cory has worked with children for over fifteen years. Submerge Storytelling is the third education program Cory has created. He is a fervent believer in the power of storytelling and is always looking for exciting ways to enhance the learning experience.