Meet Your Trusted Austin Team

Mrs. Seliger began her career in the trust and financial industry when she joined Austin Trust Company in 2010. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University; earning a B.A. in Communications with a business minor. Mrs. Seliger has completed the Texas Bankers Association Trust School and Graduate Trust School and has since earned the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) designation from the American Bankers Association as well as the Accredited Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (ATFA) designation from Campbell University’s Lundy-Fetterman School of Business. She is Secretary of the Austin Trust Company Board of Directors, a member of the Estate Planning Council of Central Texas and serves on the Arc of Texas Master Pooled Trust Advisory Committee.  Mrs. Seliger, a seventh generation Texan, is a member of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Daughters of the American Revolution and an alumna of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority.

Mrs. Garcia began her career in the financial industry in 1998, working at a local bank while simultaneously working towards a B.B.A. from Angelo State University. She joined Austin Trust Company in 2002 and has since amassed over two decades of experience in complex personal trust, guardianship and estate administration.  She earned the Accredited Estate Planner, AEP®, designation from the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils, the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor designation, CTFA, from the Institute of Certified Bankers, the Accredited Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (ATFA) designation from Campbell University’s Lundy-Fetterman School of Business and is a graduate of the Texas Bankers Association Trust Schools I & II.  Mrs. Garcia is currently on the Board of Visitors for Southwestern University which is an appointive board within the organizational structure of the University, that assists the President and, upon request, the Board of Trustees in an advisory capacity.  She is also a member, and was a Board Member, of the Estate Planning Council of Central Texas from 2015-2022; serving her last year as President. In 2007 Mrs. Garcia became Secretary to the Austin Trust Company Board of Directors and served in that role until 2022 and was confirmed as Chief Executive Officer the same year.

Mrs. Seliger began her career in the trust and financial industry when she joined Austin Trust Company in 2010. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University; earning a B.A. in Communications with a business minor. Mrs. Seliger has completed the Texas Bankers Association Trust School and Graduate Trust School and has since earned the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) designation from the American Bankers Association as well as the Accredited Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (ATFA) designation from Campbell University’s Lundy-Fetterman School of Business. She is Secretary of the Austin Trust Company Board of Directors, a member of the Estate Planning Council of Central Texas and serves on the Arc of Texas Master Pooled Trust Advisory Committee.  Mrs. Seliger, a seventh generation Texan, is a member of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Daughters of the American Revolution and an alumna of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority.

Mrs. Adkins received a B.B.A. in Economics from St. Edwards University and began her career in the trust and financial industry in 1993. She joined Austin Trust Company in 2023. Throughout her accomplished career she has worked with many types of trusts but especially focuses on Special Needs Trusts and Court-Created Trusts, including SNTs, 1301s, 142s, guardianships, and conservatorships. In her personal time, Mrs. Adkins enjoys spending time with her family or at her historic family home in New England.

Mr. Lucario has been in the trust and financial services industry since 2008.  He is a graduate of Texas Tech School of Law, where he also received his MBA. Mr. Lucario further received his undergraduate degree in Radio-Television-Film at the University of Texas, and he continues to be an avid filmgoer.  Throughout his career he has worked with many complex trust issues, and he takes pride in finding equitable solutions for thorny legal issues. During his free time, Mr. Lucario enjoys spending time with his wife and two children.

Mr. Peña has worked in the financial services, wealth management, and trust administration industry since 2006. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Texas State University – San Marcos. He later completed the University of Texas at Austin Continuing Education Program for Certified Financial Planning and subsequently obtained his CFP® designation. Mr. Peña is committed to working alongside clients to understand their goals, and guide them through each unique trust, estate, and retirement planning matter to bring peace of mind and dependable solutions. Outside of work, he is an avid outdoorsman, a proud husband, and a dog dad to two energetic Labrador retrievers.

Mrs. Presley, a native Houstonian, rejoined Austin Trust Company in 2024 as the Company’s first Houston-based Trust Officer. She began her career in Trust Administration in 2010 and had previously worked for Austin Trust Company from 2015-2017 when a family opportunity took her back to her hometown. We stayed connected and patiently waited for technology and opportunity to align and jumped at the chance to bring her back to our team. Mrs. Presley is a graduate of the University of South Carolina, Darla Moore School of Business; earning a B.S. in Business Administration. She has since earned the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) designation from the Cannon Financial Institute. Mrs. Presley is a member if St. Martin’s Episcopal Church and the Junior League of Houston.

Mrs. Byram began working in the trust and financial service industry in 2014 and joined Austin Trust Company in 2019.  She earned the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor designation (CTFA) from the American Bankers Association, the Accredited Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (ATFA) designation from Campbell University’s Lundy-Fetterman School of Business, and the Certified Fiduciary & Investment Risk Specialist® (CFIRS®) from the Cannon Financial Institute. Mrs. Byram is a member of the Estate Planning Council of Central Texas and the Fiduciary and Investment Risk Management Association (FIRMA).  She graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and she is a third generation Texan.

Mrs. Ambriz earned her B.S. in Business Administration from DePaul University and began her career in the wealth management industry in 2005.  She has continued her education via the American Bankers Association and the Cannon Financial Institute and joined Austin Trust Company in 2024. In her personal time, Mrs. Ambriz enjoys the outdoors, spending time with her family and exploring new restaurants.

Ms. Cross launched her career in the financial services industry in 2019 and has since cultivated a specialization in estate settlement administration. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of North Texas and went on to obtain her Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law. During her time in law school, Ms. Cross demonstrated both academic excellence and a commitment to service through her time as a staff writer for the St. Mary’s Law Journal and by earning the Pro Bono and Public Service Award, which she earned by completing over 400 hours of volunteer legal work.  Beyond her professional achievements, Ms. Cross values quality time with her loved ones, especially her dog and her four nephews.

Mr. Greer received his Bachelor of Arts in Government, Minor in Economics, from the University of Texas at Austin. He went on to obtain a Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Texas Tech University. Going even further, Mr. Greer earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation. He joined Austin Trust Company in 2023. In his spare time he enjoys working on the ranch, that has been in his family for nearly 100 years, with his two Blue Lacies; Colt and Raider.

Ms. Ambrosini began her career in the wealth management industry when she joined Austin Trust Company in 2016. She graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Consumer Affairs. In continuing her education, Ms. Ambrosini has earned the Foundational, Intermediate and Advanced American Bankers Association Wealth and Trust certificates and the Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) designation from the Institute of Certified Bankers.

Mrs. Vernon began her career in the trust and financial services industry when she joined Austin Trust Company in 2017. She has earned the Foundational and Intermediate American Bankers Association Wealth and Trust certificates. Mrs. Vernon graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in English and is an active member of the Longhorn Alumni Band.

Ms. Johnson has over 12 years of experience in account management and administrative support. She is currently pursuing a B.S at Western Governor’s University and is a second-generation Texan. 

Ms. Osborne received her B.S. from Texas Tech University in Chemistry with a minor in Classics. She has 10 years’ experience as a manufacturing chemist and medical device laboratory lead. Ms. Osborne is a native Austinite and big advocate for youth female programs in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).

Ms. Talbott joined Austin Trust Company in 2023 after previously serving 15 years in the childcare industry; working her way to Director. Although Laura was born and raised in the UK, where she completed her BA with honors in Sociology with a focus on Education, she got to Texas as fast as she could. After extensive travel, she settled in Texas in 2014 with her husband.  Laura is a strong advocate for children’s access to education, books and developmentally appropriate experiences and is very proud to have recently received her dual UK/USA citizenship!

Ms. Bates received Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies from Austin Community College in 2014 and has been working within the Trusts and Estate industry since. She joined Austin Trust Company in 2023. Ms. Bates has been a member of the Capital Area Paralegal Association (CAPA) since 2011. In her personal time, she enjoys spending time with her sons.

Miss Dooley joined Austin Trust Company in 2026. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the University of North Texas. A lifelong Austin resident, she enjoys traveling and two-stepping in her free time.

Mrs. Young has worked in accounting and operations since 1991 and joined Austin Trust Company in 2006.  She is a graduate of the Institute of Certified Bankers Trust Fundamentals program and the Texas Banker’s Association Wealth Management Trust Investment Fundamentals program and has completed the Securities Operations School I, II and III at Cannon Financial Institute. Mrs. Young earned the Certified Securities Operations Professional (CSOP™) designation from the Institute of Certified Bankers.  She earned the Certified Trust Operations Professional (CTOP®) designation from Cannon Financial Institute where she now serves as an Advisory Board member. Mrs. Young is a member of the Fiduciary and Investment Risk Management Association (FIRMA).

Ms. Kim began her career in trust operations when she joined Austin Trust Company in 2021.  She graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.  She has earned the Certified Trust Operations Professional (CTOP®) designation after completing the Securities Operations School I, II, and III at Cannon Financial Institute.  Ms. Kim is bilingual in Korean and loves to travel.

Mrs. Dunn attended Texas Tech University and has years of experience in public relations. She is a member of St.David’s Episcopal Church and The Junior League of Austin. 

Ms. Cruz joined Austin Trust Company in 2022 and has over a decade of experience in Administrative Support. She has been a proud Austinite since 1990 where she studied at St. Edward’s University. She enjoys practicing and learning more about fitness and nutrition.

Mrs. Adams joined Austin Trust Company as part of the corporate accounting department in July 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in economics with a minor in business administration from the University of Texas at Austin. She has over 20 years of experience handling accounting operations and HR administration at companies in the entertainment, performance marketing and SaaS industries. She is a native Austinite who enjoys reading about scientific breakthroughs, cooking/trying out new recipes and spending time with her husband, 2 daughters and 10 year-old black lab.

Mr. Schroeder, who joined Austin Trust Company in 2004, has over 20 years of experience in investments and finance.  He received a B.B.A. from The University of Texas at Austin and has earned the designations of CFA, from the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute, and CFP®, from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Mr. Schroeder is a graduate of the Texas Bankers Association Trust Schools I & II and a current member of the Charter Financial Analyst Society of Austin and the Financial Planning Association of Austin.  He is also a volunteer member of the Watch D.O.G.S. program with his daughters’ elementary school. 

Mr. Somandar began his career in oil & gas, and mineral asset management when joining Austin Trust Company in 2015. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at Austin and is a Registered Mineral Manager (RMM) through the National Association of Royalty Owners (NARO).

Mr. Carnes is a retired attorney with more than 45 years of experience advising clients in estate planning, probate, and trust administration. He is Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law and is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel.

Throughout his career, Mr. Carnes has held numerous leadership and community service roles, including serving as President of the Austin Bar Association’s Estate Planning and Probate Section. He has also served on the boards of Family Eldercare, the Capital Area Parkinson’s Society, and the Autism Society of Texas.

Mr. Carnes earned his B.A., M.A., and J.D. degrees from the University of Texas. Outside of his professional work, he is an avid runner, cyclist, and skier, and formerly served as a high school and collegiate sports official.

Mrs. Garcia began her career in the financial industry in 1998, working at a local bank while simultaneously working towards a B.B.A. from Angelo State University. She joined Austin Trust Company in 2002 and has since amassed over two decades of experience in complex personal trust, guardianship and estate administration.  She earned the Accredited Estate Planner, AEP®, designation from the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils, the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor designation, CTFA, from the Institute of Certified Bankers, the Accredited Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (ATFA) designation from Campbell University’s Lundy-Fetterman School of Business and is a graduate of the Texas Bankers Association Trust Schools I & II.  Mrs. Garcia is currently on the Board of Visitors for Southwestern University which is an appointive board within the organizational structure of the University, that assists the President and, upon request, the Board of Trustees in an advisory capacity.  She is also a member, and was a Board Member, of the Estate Planning Council of Central Texas from 2015-2022; serving her last year as President. In 2007 Mrs. Garcia became Secretary to the Austin Trust Company Board of Directors and served in that role until 2022 and was confirmed as Chief Executive Officer the same year.

Mrs. Lauterbach has called Austin home since 1988 and is a licensed CPA in the state of Texas. Having worked for local investment counseling firm, Terry McDaniel & Company, and local CPA firm, Flieller, Kruger & Skelton, she has valuable experience serving the needs of high-net-worth families and their closely held entities and trusts. Active in community and professional activities, she and her husband have been involved with the Junior League of Austin, Special Olympics Texas, Austin Young Chamber of Commerce and are members of both the American Institute of CPAs and the Texas Society of CPAs. She started her career at international accounting firm Ernst & Young after obtaining both a B.B.A. in Business Honors/Accounting and a Masters in Professional Accounting from the University of Texas’ McCombs School of Business.

Mr. Thornhill is an investment advisor with MPM Wealth Advisors, who previously served as President of Thornhill Securities, an independent financial services firm based in Austin, Texas. While working for JP Morgan Investment Management, Houston, TX, as an analyst and fund manager for nearly a decade, he followed financial services companies, technology stocks and ultimately co-managing two small cap funds with total assets of $1.8 billion. Prior to JP Morgan, he was a corporate lending officer for national mortgage finance companies with Texas Commerce Bank, Houston, TX. Mr. Thornhill earned his B.A. and M.B.A from The University of Texas at Austin, attended Washington and Lee University and is a Chartered Financial Analyst.