Third Generation Takes Over at Cory

June 14, 2006  by in UnCategorized   

By Home Furnishings Business in Delivery on June 2006 The third generation of the Cory family is taking over day-to-day operations and responsibility for Cory Home Delivery.

The senior management restructuring puts Joe Cory Jr., Kevin Cory and Patrick Cory at the helm of the company founded by their grandfather in 1934.

Joe Cory Jr., 42, will lead operations in the southeast and southwest; Kevin Cory, 40, is in charge of the mid-Atlantic, northeast and mid-west; and Patrick Cory, 37, will head up the company’s sales, marketing and quality programs.

“This represents the first step in our formal plan to transition the company to the next generation of family leadership,” said Joe Cory, chief executive officer. “(President) Jim (Cory) and I will remain actively involved in the business and guide Joe Jr., Kevin, and Patrick in their new responsibilities. Planning for the continued growth and success of our company, as well as that of our clients, is essential.”

The home delivery company said it continues to grow by adding new retailers to its client roster.

“We look forward to partnering with clients to offer the highest level of service customers expect and deserve,” says Joe Cory. “Joe, Kevin, and Patrick are well prepared to continue the company’s drive for quality and growth.”