Trey began his journey with minimal case competition experience but still went on to represent ACE on a national stage twice, each time demonstrating resilience and an unwavering commitment to growth. Rising from coordinator to president within his club, he discovered that true leadership is rooted in community, curiosity, and perseverance. Academically, he learned that success isn’t about memorizing information, but about studying with intention and understanding. His ability to build genuine connections led to his first internship, reinforcing the power of relationships in shaping opportunity.

When Trey didn’t make the JDC West Challenge team, he saw it not as a setback, but as redirection. Coming back stronger with the JDC West Academics team, he proved that resilience is fuel for improvement. Through it all, Trey’s journey reflects a belief that real success comes from building community, uplifting others, and continuously choosing to grow forward, always.