"I learned how to take not only a idea but my dream, and pull people I knew that felt the same as me in to believing what a few people working together can do for positive outcomes. I learned to ask for what I believe in, work as a dedicated team, take criticism and learn from it to develop something better and work hard."

"I feel that this competition is very much needed in this community and at HCCS, because it helps students realize they can be successful, make a difference in the community and listen to people such as our advisors and make the most of what comes before them."

"I would honestly have to say that this was the very best experience I had ever had. I had the opportunity to explore creative ways to put my ideas forward as well as learning from highly talented and amazing advisors how to communicate my ideas in a professional way."

"You have so many wonderfully experienced advisers, to see their credentials was so impressive. Thank you for involving these people of merit in this endeavor! The training sessions were great and I really loved the video on the T&C website and the poster in the halls; that was great marketing. I saw the poster while I was checking out the school – it convinced me to pursue enrolling!"

Business Advisor

Bryan Gerard

Bryan is a Director with Alvarez & Marsal Business Consulting, a full service management consulting firm where he specializes in IT strategy, IT assessment and the planning and delivery of large, complex and transformational IT projects. He has also served as the interim head of IT for several large organizations including private equity funded firms and high growth start-ups. Bryan attended the University of Texas at Austin for both his Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration degrees. Bryan, his wife Shelly and their two daughters are members of Sugar Creek Baptist Church.