From a competitive field of over 350 nominees, Cory Michael Sanchez has been named one of the Phoenix Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” Class of 2025.
“40 Under 40” is an exclusive recognition celebrating outstanding young professionals who are transforming their industries and giving back to the community.
Each year, the Phoenix Business Journal spotlights 40 rising leaders in the Valley who demonstrate remarkable business success, deep community involvement, and forward-thinking leadership. The honorees are selected by a panel of judges made up of previous award recipients, ensuring a high standard of excellence and impact.
Sanchez will be recognized alongside fellow honorees at a red carpet-style event on August 7, 2025. This annual celebration highlights the dynamic influence of Phoenix’s next generation of business trailblazers.
As an award winner, Sanchez joins a legacy of exceptional entrepreneurs and executives who are helping to shape the future of Arizona’s business landscape.
About Cory Michael Sanchez
Cory Sanchez is the founder of two groundbreaking companies transforming digital marketing and storytelling. The proud son of a Mexican immigrant mother, he became the first person in his family to attend university.
Overcoming the odds, he earned a degree in Molecular Bioscience and Biotechnology from Arizona State University with honors. He began his career as a scientist at the Center for Infectious Disease and Vaccinology but soon discovered his real passion was in entrepreneurship.
For nearly two decades, Cory has helped businesses grow through Internet marketing. Sixteen years ago, he co-founded Mojo Global, headquartered in Scottsdale with Ira Rosen, which is a company focused on client acquisition and outreach. Under his leadership, Mojo Global has helped clients book over a million appointments with prospects, and won the Phoenix Business Journal’s prestigious “Marketer of the Year” Award and was Forbes-Featured Innovator, AI Visionary, and Champion for Entrepreneurs.
“Cory Sanchez and I have known each other for over 17 years. In that time, we’ve worked closely together, and I’ve seen firsthand how fully he invests himself in everything he takes on. One of Cory’s superpowers is his rare mix of creativity and sharp problem-solving skills; he always seems to uncover the right solution, even in the most complex challenges.
When Cory sets a goal, he’s unstoppable. His focus is laser-sharp, and his work ethic is matched by a deep sense of purpose. He pours his energy into what truly matters, both in business and in life. There’s also a natural optimism about him that lifts others. Whether he's building something new, solving a challenge, or encouraging a teammate with his leadership skills, Cory brings a contagious positivity that makes everything feel more possible. He's an awesome business partner and a great friend.” Ira Rosen
Investing his own resources, and in honor of his late father, Cory launched Storly.ai in 2023, a first-of-its-kind AI technology that is transforming the way nonprofits operate and fundraise by collecting stories with less time and cost.
Today, organizations like Goodwill and Fight Cancer Global use Storly.ai to transform a two-week storytelling process into five minutes, dramatically increasing their fundraising effectiveness. Under Cory's leadership, Storly.ai has provided its technology to over 100 nonprofits at no cost.
Despite his homebase being in Chandler, Cory is a global citizen in the truest sense; he has immersed himself in 53 countries absorbing perspectives that fuel his distinctive approach to business and innovation.
Beyond business, Cory is passionate about making a difference, using technology to connect people, preserve legacies, and amplify their voices for the greater good.
Cory@mojoglobal.com
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Cory Sanchez
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