Cory Polshansky joined QSAC in 1993, initially serving as Director of Case Management; however, his leadership and foresight quickly resulted in the growth of QSAC's programs. He currently serves as QSAC's President and Chief Operating Officer having previously served as QSAC's Deputy Executive Director. Among his many achievements, Polshansky has overseen significant expansion at QSAC, coordinating the opening of group homes, day habilitation programs, and other waiver and family support programs.

Cory began working with people with developmental disabilities in 1988 at Wilton Developmental Center. From 1989 through 1991, he was employed by the Clinton County Association for Retarded Citizens in Plattsburgh, NY. At that time, he attended Plattsburgh State University, earning his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Psychology. In 1991, he was employed at Professional Service Centers for the Handicapped, Queens, NY, where he worked in their Mental Health and Case Management Programs.