Cory Patton

Background

About Cory Patton

Cory’s love of math and business made pursuing a career in Accounting a natural fit. Through his studies at the University of North Georgia, Cory has earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance. In 2013, Cory began working at HomeStar Financial Corporation, where he gained valuable experience by serving in a broad range of duties. Promotion opportunities at HomeStar advanced him from Accounting Representative to Accounts Receivable to Accounting Supervisor. Cory’s talents enabled him to successfully lead a team of nine accountants during his tenure and provide company leadership reliable information to make decisions. In Cory’s time at HomeStar he studied rigorously to become a CPA while meeting the daily demands of a full-time management role. Despite a successful five years with HomeStar, Cory was excited for the opportunity to become part of the team at Cornerstone Forming as the company’s Accounting Manager in 2018. In his role, Cory has found it rewarding to be able to not only utilize his accounting knowledge and experience, but to also advance the technology used in all areas of the company. In 2021, Cory was promoted to Controller in recognition of his success as a consultant to many areas of the business. He continues to partner with other leaders in the company to set Cornerstone up for long-term success. Cory and his wife, Brittney reside in Blairsville, GA where they are raising three children, Ezekiel, Jared, and Abigail. He enjoys hiking, serving in his local church, and cooking for family or friends on the Big Green Egg.