Cory McAndrew

Cory McAndrew has led By Light in Port Orange, FL, as General Manager since 2021. He drives strategic direction, operational excellence, and quality assurance across multiple lines of business, managing a diverse P&L portfolio of domestic and international government contracts. Cory’s leadership spans Manufacturing Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Contracts/Subcontracts, Supply Chain, Field Services, Configuration Management, and Quality, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with strategic growth objectives.

Before joining By Light, Cory served in the United States Marine Corps as a Light Armored Reconnaissance Infantry Small Unit Leader, where he gained combat experience during the initial invasion of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

In addition to his role at By Light, Cory actively contributes to the broader business community. He serves as the Chairman for Congressman Cory Mills’ Business Advisory Board, the Chairman of the Volusia Manufacturers Association, the Vice President of the Florida Sunshine Chapter – Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education, and an Advisor to Daytona State College’s School of Computer Science.

Cory holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and has earned several professional certifications, including “Mastering the Art of Business Development” from MBDi, along with additional certifications from Shipley Associates and the University of Central Florida.