"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 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 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

Dick Taylor

Dick is a native Houstonian and a retired CPA. He received a BA from the University of Texas and an MBA from the Wharton School. Dick spent many years with Arthur Andersen, and after retirement, he became an Adjunct Professor at the University of St. Thomas. He has served on the Board of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and for many years volunteered with various functions of the University of Texas athletic department and with local programs designed to assist risk-based teenagers and adults. He has one son who is a real estate developer in Charlottesville, Va.