Corey McPherson is an entrepreneur, educator and community advocate known for his commitment to positive social impact and his expertise in business management and strategy.
Corey is the co-founder and co-CEO of Local Urban Bites (2016), a local meal kit delivery company situated in Victoria, BC. In 2019, he co-founded QChat Support Association, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing peer support and improved access to community resources for LGBTQ2S+ youth in BC.
Currently pursuing a PhD in the Sustainability Management program at the University of Waterloo, Corey is also a term instructor at Camosun College, and a teaching assistant and researcher at the University of Waterloo focusing on municipal climate change mitigation.
Corey enjoys hiking the many trails on Vancouver Island with his dog, Charlie, going to the gym, travelling and hosting dinner parties with family and friends.
Experience
Corey is currently a term instructor at Camosun College, and a teaching assistant and researcher at the University of Waterloo, focusing on municipal climate change mitigation.
His educational contributions cover a wide spectrum, from teaching management, strategy and applied business projects courses to the intricacies of managerial and financial accounting.
Currently pursuing a PhD in the Sustainability Management program at the University of Waterloo, Corey also possesses a Master of Environment and Business from the same institution, along with a Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurial Management from Royal Roads University.
Memberships and Committees
- QChat Board Member
Education
(Current)
PhD Candidate, Sustainability Management
University of Waterloo
2021
Master of Environment and Business
University of Waterloo
2012
Bachelor of Commerce (with distinction)
Royal Roads University
Awards
2022
Favourite Meal Prep Service
Island Parent Magazine
2012
President’s Scholar Award
Royal Roads University
n.d.
3rd place award
RRU International Undergraduate Case Competition
n.d.
Spirit of Life Award
City of Hope
Research
Research interest
Leadership & Management
Municipal Climate Change Mitigation
Sustainability