"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 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."

"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."

Business Advisor

Troy Utz

Troy is a Senior Vice President of Merrill Lynch in the Private Wealth Management Division. He started his career with Merrill Lynch in 1986 as a Financial Advisor in the Houston downtown office. Troy works with high net worth clients, trusts, foundations and retirement plans in managing assets in today’s complex investment arena. He graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a BBA in Finance. He is married to his wife, Sarah, and has three children. Troy is a member of the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church. He volunteers for CanCare, a cancer referral network, and serves on their golf tournament committee. He also serves on the Board of Directors at Lakeside Country Club and is Chairman of the golf committee.