Years in Current Position 20
Work Experience COREY CASH
Sports and Entertainment Program Manager Safehold Special Risk Portsmouth, N.H.
“I actually worked in an ice arena through- out high school, sharpening skates, work- ing public skating and the snack bar, cleaning locker rooms and helping in the summertime with updates. I tended to sneak onto the ice a lot after my shifts were done. In fact, I think my work hours were actually less than my on-ice hours.”
Education
“I attended a small prep school in Massa- chusetts, which helped change my focus and drive in life. I then went on to the University of New Hampshire to achieve a degree in economics and business while playing hockey there.”
What Does Your Company Provide for the Ice Sports Industry?
“We provide a comprehensive ice rink risk management and insurance program. We visit locations to provide industry- specific seminars to assist with everyday user groups and liability issues in sports complexes. Ten, we leverage these risk management tools to aggressively defend claims. We take a great deal of pride in the fact that we established a lot of favorable case law throughout the years regarding participant and spectator liability.”
How Does Being an ISI Member Benefit You and/or Your Company?
“ISI has helped me meet industry profes- sionals from the ownership/management side to the supplier/vendor side. I have learned a great deal from these people, many of whom are now some of my closer friends. I owe a lot to ISI for assisting me in forming these relationships. It has helped me immensely in my career.”
Most Interesting Moment on the Job
The Cash family, from left, on vacation in Bolzano, Italy: Corey, Blake, Jennifer and Reed.
“Dealing with claims on a daily basis, I get this question a lot. I get to see the good, bad and flat-out crazy in people. Having said that, I really have to keep the claims to myself and in the file cabinets. It is amazing what people will sue you for …”
Words of Wisdom
“I am one of those guys who reads a lot of business success books. In saying that, I have a lot of clichés that I try to live by depending on the situation: ‘Family first;’
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Corey’s son, Blake
Corey’s son, Reed
‘Don’t sweat the small stuff, and don’t forget that it is all small stuff;’ ‘Treat others how you want to be treated;’ etcetera. I think in the end, if you leave work at work, stay positive and are compassionate, good things will come your way over the long run.”
Favorite Activities
“I love sports, so I am always helping out various youth teams, which I cannot get enough of.”
Family Life
“I am blessed with a great family, which includes my wife, Jennifer, and two boys, Reed and Blake. We spend a lot of time on the lake and various sports fields as they both play three sports.”
Little Known Fact About Corey
He’s “addicted” to “American Pickers” and other history, fishing and home improvement-related shows.
And Another Thing …
“I truly hope that the sports of ice skating and hockey continue to grow. In 20 years, I have seen many changes in this industry. It is incredibly important that we invest in the non-elite skaters and players just as much as the elite. I see so many facilities out there striving to be the next organization that wins the national championship or houses the next Olympic figure skater. I would love to see more focus on those who aren’t elite [athletes]. Tey are often the most passionate and dedicated to our sports; they participate because they truly love it and have fun.”
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