Board Member Spotlight
Billy Davis ‘84
When asked about his favorite Clemson memory, Billy Davis wasted no time in answering: playing on the 1981 National Championship Team. He is also immensely proud of playing Clemson Football and Baseball with Coaches Danny Ford and Bill Wilhelm, respectively, and is ranked second in Clemson history in career punt returns. But while those may be highlights of his time at Clemson, Billy has since had many professional accomplishments, having served the university, his community, and the country in many ways.
A 1984 graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Billy went on to complete postgraduate studies at Johns Hopkins University and Harvard University. After playing with the St. Louis Cardinals from 1984-1985, Billy served as Special Agent in the United States Secret Service for 27 years. Before retiring in 2015, he served the Special Agent in Charge of the Vice Presidential Protective Division for Joseph R. Biden.
Billy is currently the Director of Executive and Major Event Security for Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. He is a former member of the Board of Directors for the Military Bowl (2010-2018). Billy is a die-hard Clemson fan, but he also proudly cheers for the Kentucky Wildcats as his youngest daughter is a member of the UK Swim and Dive Team. He has been married to his wife, Kim, for 31 years and they have two daughters, Hannah (24) and Sofie (20).
Billy served on the Clemson Club Regional Board of Directors in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and we are so proud to welcome him back to the Board with his re-election in the summer of 2021.
Upcoming Events
See AllAn Evening with Wendy York, Dean of Clemson's Powers College of Business
An Evening with Wendy York, Dean of Clemson's Powers College of Business
February 26
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5:00 pm
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8:00 pm
Please join us for an evening of Clemson fellowship and updates on Clemson’s Powers College of Business with Dean Wendy York.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026
5:00pm – 8:00pm
Georgetown, DC
***Address will be provided after registration.
Small plates and Desserts curated by MICHELIN STAR CHEF TAKESHI NISHIKAWA
Hosted by CHRIS TORTI and DR. MELONIE RICHEY
Special guest: DR. JOHN HANNON – Director, Brook T. Smith Launchpad
*** Registration closes on February 20, 2026 ***
Questions? Email Chris Peters at petersc@clemson.edu.
Military Appreciation at Arlington Cemetery
Military Appreciation at Arlington Cemetery
March 7
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9:00 am
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12:00 pm
Gather with fellow Tigers to honor Clemson’s fallen heroes who are interred at Arlington National Cemetery. We will gather as a whole group for opening remarks then break into small groups to visit 4-5 grave sites. The group will gather again for closing remarks and a Roll Call performed by Clemson Cadets in the Amphitheater.
The visiting of the gravesites part of the event is free to Club members. An optional reception will be held from 11:00am – 1:00pm at the Military Women’s Museum at the entrance to Arlington Cemetery. Food and beverages will be served.
Early bird pricing for the reception is $20 for Club members, $30 for non members until Feb 1. After Feb 1, member pricing is $25, non member is $40. Club members may purchase one additional ticket at member pricing.
If you plan to attend the gravesites AND the Reception, please only register for the “Event and Reception”. This option will register you for both parts of this event.
Clemson's MiSTERS in DC
Clemson's MiSTERS in DC
March 18
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6:00 pm
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8:00 pm
Founded in 2000, the Call Me MiSTER® (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models) program was created to inspire minority young men to pursue meaningful careers in education. What began as a partnership between Clemson University and three other institutions has grown into a national success, now spanning more than 75 colleges and universities. Through academic support, tuition assistance, and job placement, Call Me MiSTER is transforming lives and shaping the future of education.
This March, our Club is proud to help host Call Me MiSTER Director Mark Joseph, a former MiSTER himself, along with several current students as they visit DC during Clemson’s spring break. Alumni, parents, and students are invited to join us for a special evening reception on Wednesday, March 18 from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington to meet Mark and the MiSTERs while hearing first hand stories of their success and celebrating the program’s incredible impact.
Registration is just $7 for Club members (who may bring three guests at this rate) and $20 for non-members and includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and soft drinks, along with complimentary valet parking.
Learn more about the Call Me MiSTER program here.
