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 AllYoung Alumni Happy Hour - June
Young Alumni Happy Hour - June
June 12
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5:30 pm
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7:30 pm
Celebrate summer with our Clemson Young Alumni and current students. Held at Mission Navy Yard in DC, these happy hours are super casual and open to all local young alums, current students and interns. We’ve verified with Mission that students/interns 18+ will be admitted, but you must be 21 to purchase alcohol. No registration is required – just show up!
CU@Home with Billy Davis '84
CU@Home with Billy Davis '84
June 26
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12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
What REALLY Happened in Butler, PA?
Join us for an important online discussion with Billy Davis, Director of Executive and Major Event Security for Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Billy will be sharing his expert insights into the assassination attempt on President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Billy has extensive credentials, serving as a Special Agent in the U.S. Secret Service for almost 3 decades. Billy was not only a Team Leader on the USSS Counter Assault Teams, but also served as Special Agent in Charge of the Vice Presidential Protective Division. These are elite assignments within the Secret Service, requiring high-level tactical, operational, and leadership expertise.
In his current role, Billy provides personal security for Reverend Franklin Graham as he travels globally to areas impacted by war and disaster, bringing both humanitarian aid and hope. With more than 30 years of experience at the highest levels of federal protection, Billy brings a uniquely qualified perspective to the Butler event and the broader implications for executive security.
New Student Party - MD
New Student Party - MD
July 16
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6:30 pm
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8:00 pm
The Baltimore/DC Clemson Club will welcome incoming students and their families at a casual gathering in Annapolis, MD. Join us at this free event to meet new students and discuss all things Clemson! Local Alumni, current students and current parents will be in attendance to help answer questions you may have. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to the Clemson Family!
New Student Party - VA
New Student Party - VA
July 17
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6:30 pm
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8:00 pm
The Baltimore/DC Clemson Club will welcome incoming students and their families at a casual gathering in Vienna, VA. Join us at this free event to meet new students and discuss all things Clemson! Local Alumni, current students and current parents will be in attendance to help answer questions you may have. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to the Clemson Family!
Young Alumni Happy Hour - July
Young Alumni Happy Hour - July
July 24
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5:30 pm
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7:30 pm
Celebrate summer with our Clemson Young Alumni and current students. Held at Mission Navy Yard in DC, these happy hours are super casual and open to all local young alums, current students and interns. We’ve verified with Mission that students/interns 18+ will be admitted, but you must be 21 to purchase alcohol. No registration is required – just show up!
