"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."
"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!"
"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."

Business Advisor

Joe Jacobs

Over the last 23 years, Mr. Jacobs has lived out his conviction that Architecture is a collaboration between Architect and Client with the goal to unearth the vision and solutions that most effectively meet the client’s needs; at the same time enhancing the local context in a positive and respectful manor. After graduating from the University of Texas at Austin in 1987, Mr. Jacobs has lived and worked in Boston, Honolulu, San Antonio, Austin and now Houston. In addition to practicing Architecture, Mr. Jacobs is involved in architectural education. He has taught design at the Boston Architectural Center and has taught at the central campus of San Jacinto College in Pasadena. He is the principal and owner of Jacobs Architectural Group, a full service architectural design firm.