Columbia Opportunity Resource

COR fosters local pride and boosts talent retention by connecting professionals in the greater Columbia region through insider experiences and engaging opportunities, building meaningful relationships across diverse networks of people. COR is a volunteer-driven organization with three focus areas: leadership, service and connectivity.

We fulfill our mission by:

-Connecting our members with executive mentors, leaders and the developments happening in our region
Goal: Ensure a sustainable future for our community through identifying, developing, nurturing and connecting the next generation of leaders.

-Providing and promoting volunteer opportunities
Goal: Connect the next generation of Columbians to their community through volunteerism, service and philanthropy.

-Serving as a cheerleader for Columbia by promoting Columbia to Columbians
Goal: Promote and enhance a vibrant and diverse and talent "magnetic" community through measurable and actionable strategies.

COR believes:
Vibrant networks attract, retain and motivate talented people
Motivated and talented people create exciting communities
Exciting communities continually renew their talent pool