YMCA Camp Greenville hires Cory Harrison as Executive Director
May 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – YMCA Camp Greenville hired Cory Harrison as Executive Director. Harrison’s previous experience includes leadership positions at YMCA Camp Benson (IL) the Golden Triangle YMCA (FL) and the Salvation Army.
“Cory has dedicated his career to improving the lives of others through camp and outdoor experiences and brings a passionate leadership that will serve Y Camp Greenville, campers, and camp alumnae well into the future,” said Scot Baddley, President and Chief Executive Officer of the YMCA of Greenville. “We are happy to welcome Cory to the Greenville Y family. He brings extensive knowledge; management skills and the spirit of camp that helps us do what we do best – strengthen and serve the Y community”.
Harrison recently served as Executive Director of YMCA Camp Benson with accomplishments that include quadrupling the number of participants, increasing the annual support goal by over 90%, building 13 new buildings and raising over $2.4 million in gifts over five years. He has been recognized by national media, including Dateline NBC and the Paul Harvey Radio show, for innovative community initiatives and community partnerships. In 2015, he was honored as the Association of YMCA Professionals (AYP) Outstanding Leader of the Year and is an active writer for various regional and national magazines including AYP, Camp Business, and multiple news outlets.
