Hickory Hills Tee Time Tales with Troy Guillotte

Bottled Up

In this episode, Andrew Allen sits down with Troy Guillotte, a prominent figure from Gautier, Mississippi. Troy, the owner and PR/Marketing Director of Hickory Hills Golf Club and Resort shares his incredible journey of reviving a 226-acre gem along the scenic Pascagoula River. Hickory Hills features an 18-hole championship golf course, a restaurant, a bar, event venues, and condos for rent. Troy shares the story of reviving Hickory Hills Golf Course and his strong business partnership with Allen Beverages. They discuss personal stories, including playing golf with family and Troy's first job at at a fishing camp. They also cover Troy's passion for his work, his television show "Trigger Time TV," and the resurgence of golf during COVID-19. Troy invites Andrew and his team for a golf day at Hickory Hills. The episode highlights the importance of relationships, family time, and loving what you do.

3 Episode Key Takeaways 1. Revitalizing A Landmark: Despite the challenges and rumors of closure, Troy and his family, with the support of investors, successfully revived Hickory Hills Golf Club. Their dedication to restoring this historic golf course highlights the vital role of perseverance and community support in business ventures.

2. Building Relationships: Troy emphasizes the importance of creating business partnerships. From his early days at Tusi's Fishing Camp to his successful sales and public relations ventures, he underscores the value of a personal touch and forming meaningful connections with clients and partners.

3. Find Passion and Purpose: Troy's journey from a sales enthusiast to a television producer for "Trigger Time TV," ultimately, to the helm of Hickory Hills, shows the profound impact of pursuing your passion. His work brings him joy and fulfillment, serving as a powerful reminder to love what you do for a living.

Show Overview02:00 Troy's family, sports, and the outdoors shaped childhood in Mississippi.

05:52 Acknowledging time and effort, emphasizing family importance.

10:15 Positive partnership with Allen Beverages.

16:34 Started working young, finds joy in teamwork.

18:25 Hickory Hills: A Gulf Coast golf staple.

27:08 Reviving golf course through dreams and persistence.

30:33 Belief in friend's dream embodies the American spirit.

35:12 Discussion about Hickory Hills location and amenities.

41:47 Customer service is our top priority, always.