Operations and Finance Administrator
Some people know a little about everything. Cory has turned that into an art form. As T&M’s Operations and Finance Administrator, and the daughter of the company’s founder, she’s spent over 20 years building the kind of institutional knowledge that can’t be taught. She manages project budgeting, compliance, HR, and bookkeeping, but her real superpower is knowing exactly who to call, which process to follow, or how to unstick a project that’s hit a wall.
Cory’s not an engineer, but she doesn’t need to be. She’s the person who connects the dots, the one who remembers how a similar challenge was solved three years ago. Outside of work, that same curiosity takes her hiking through the Pacific Northwest, tracking ancient Inca trails in Peru, and volunteering with single mothers battling cancer.
Cory: “Watching the whole life cycle has been incredible. Recently, I saw my dad retire and let go of something that was very important to him, then watched Travis take over and take it in new directions. For me, it’s kind of like a mother role for this business. I like watching it grow and thrive.”
Cory: “Closing out projects, especially the big ones, is really satisfying. But my favorite part is when a coworker gets stuck on something and I have the answer or can figure out how to move things forward. I’m not a specialist in anything, but I know just enough to put the pieces together when there’s a gap.”
Cory: “Everyone wears a lot of hats and is skilled in multiple areas. What’s refreshing is the willingness to take on something outside your scope. It’s not just about having the ability to do it, it’s actually stepping up and saying, ‘I’m going to handle that.'”
Cory: “I love hiking and the outdoors. I grew up in the woods, and honestly, there’s nothing like the Pacific Northwest. I’ve also traveled all over the world, often by myself. Poland, Peru, Denmark, Iceland, just to name a few. One of my most memorable experiences was back in 2015, when I flew into the Amazon, stayed on a reforestation farm, then tracked up to Machu Picchu and watched the sunrise through the sun gate.”
Cory: “Curious. I’m always asking, what makes this work? What’s that about? What’s this person’s story? That curiosity about all aspects of life kind of blankets around everything I do.”
Cory: “My kids are grown now but I was a single parent for a long time. That was hard enough but, I couldn’t imagine going through cancer alone while still having to be the nurturing support for children who can’t nurture you back. These mothers need someone to care for them, whether it’s cleaning house or paying bills when they can’t work.”
Cory’s story reflects what makes T&M special: deep loyalty, problem-solving instincts, and a genuine commitment to supporting the people around her. Her blend of operational expertise and institutional wisdom keeps the team moving forward, one solved challenge at a time.
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