Corey L. Stokes

Corey L. Stokes is a retired Air Force veteran with over 23 years of distinguished military service, specializing in Information Management. During his career, he supported numerous offices with his expertise in computer technology, culminating in his service at McConnell Air Force Base with the Office of Special Investigations.
Driven by a passion for helping others, Corey began financial coaching in 2018. He recognized the critical link between financial preparedness and overall well-being and began offering financial advice through blogging and coaching sessions, guiding individuals and families toward smarter financial decisions.
Corey furthered his expertise upon his military retirement by becoming a certified financial coach. Recognizing the interconnectedness of finances and overall life satisfaction, he expanded his focus to include life coaching, addressing aspects like productivity, leadership, and personal growth alongside financial literacy.
Corey is currently the Director of Sedgwick County’s Department of Central Services. His role with Sedgwick County allows him to continue to mentor others and guide his employees toward their personal and professional goals.
With a strong academic foundation, including two Bachelor’s degrees (Information Systems Technology and Accounting) and a Master’s degree in Information Technology, Corey is a published author of two poetry books and one children’s book. A devoted husband and father, he is driven by a purpose to improve his community, one person at a time.
EDUCATION
2005 A.S. degree in Information Management, Community College of the Air Force
2005 B.A. in Information Resource Management, Wilmington University, New Castle, DE
2008 M.S. degree in Information System Technology, Wilmington University, New Castle, DE
2005 – Airman Leadership School, Dover Air Force Base, DE
2013 – Non-Commission Officer Academy, McGee Tyson Air National Guard Base, TN
2017 – Senior Non-Commission Officer Academy Distance Learning Course, MSAB JO
2018 – B.A. degree in Accounting, Southwestern College, KS
2023 – Wichita State University Mini MPA Professional Development for Public Administrators
BOARDS
UNITY COLLECTIVE OF SEDGWICK COUNTY – COCHAIR- whose focus is to enhance, nurture, and sustain an inclusive culture where differences and similarities are valued and the dynamic needs of employees are met.


Podcasts I’ve been on:

The Mama Marketer with Olivia Hayse – https://themamamarketer.com/podcast/25-get-physically-amp-financially-fit-with-my-friend-corey?rq=corey%20stokes

The Bunker with Mister Motivation (Shaun Murphy)- https://www.youtube.com/live/PFfdGPh4UdA?si=6ReLyJVLAo_aCLxz

(Current as of 11/25/2025)