Las Vegas Sun

March 29, 2024

40 Under 40 - 2010

Corey Harrison

Partner and general manager, Gold and Silver Pawn

Corey "Big Hoss" Harrison.

Corey "Big Hoss" Harrison.

Age: 26

Current job: Partner and general manager, Gold and Silver Pawn

Education: Sierra Nevada Job Corps

About Corey Harrison: Corey Harrison began working at the pawnshop when he was just 9. Today, he is a partner with his father and grandfather at the store that has become a hit show on The History Channel called “Pawn Stars.” It has jumped to become the No. 1 retail show on the channel, drawing more than 3 million viewers per episode. Each show features an array of quirky characters attempting to sell, purchase or pawn items. Harrison handles the hiring and firing for the store as well as the eBay transactions. He supports S.A.F.E. House, the Las Vegas Rescue Mission, HELP of Southern Nevada and Three Square.

The most important issue facing the valley: Lack of available credit to small businesses.

My mentor and why: My father taught me everything I know and that no matter what you can pick your self up and start again.

Favorite Web site: www.kitco.com and www.theonion.com

Hobbies: Motorcycle ATV riding and antique restoration

Fantasy job: Olympic sprinter (ha ha) or a mortgage broker from 2003-’05

One-word description of self: Relentless

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