Board Member Spotlight
Joey Mott ’19
Joseph “Joey” Mott grew up in Cleveland, South Carolina, just north of Greenville. Joey enrolled at Clemson as a genetics major in hopes of attending dental school one day. As he was exposed to other areas of study, he realized that he could make a positive impact on the community in ways besides dentistry. Joey graduated from Clemson University in May of 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in marketing. As a student, he was involved in numerous extracurricular activities such as Undergraduate Student Government, Spiro Entrepreneurial, and Marketing Student Advisory Boards. He also interned in the Office of Corporate Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives and Governmental Affairs his senior year of college where he interfaced with economic development leaders to strategically grow Clemson’s corporate and government partners.
After graduation, Joey moved to Washington, D.C., where he worked at a campaign and marketing firm. He joined the Baltimore/Washington Club soon after where he began to foster relationships with students and professors back on campus. After a stent in D.C., he returned home to work at South Carolina Biotechnology Industry Organization, where he assisted in the recruitment and retention of life science companies through advocacy efforts and legislative support. Joey felt a call back into public service, which led him to begin working for Congressman Ralph Norman who represents South Carolina’s Fifth Congressional District. He served as a liaison to constituent groups – including municipalities, trade associations, economic development entities and private businesses. Joey always felt a calling back to Washington, D.C., and when the opportunity arose to join the Congressman’s DC team, he leapt at the opportunity. Serving in various roles, he was most recently promoted to Deputy Chief. In this capacity, Joey supervises daily operations of the office, including scheduling, and constituent responses and serves as a liaison with key South Carolina stakeholders. He also oversees a legislative portfolio that includes agriculture, education, and energy polices.
Joey is passionate about serving others by volunteering at his church in Washington, D.C., National Community Church. In his free time, Joey enjoys spending time with his friends cheering on the Clemson Tigers!
Upcoming Events
See AllCU@Home with Nathan McNeese
CU@Home with Nathan McNeese
October 29
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12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
***NEW DATE – this event has been rescheduled from September 10.***
Join us for an engaging virtual discussion on the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence with Dr. Nathan McNeese, Associate Professor in Clemson’s School of Computing and a leading voice in human-centered AI research.
Dr. McNeese will share insights into Clemson’s latest advancements in AI, the impact of machine learning across industries, and how his team is designing technologies that work hand-in-hand with people. Whether you’re curious about AI’s role in everyday life or looking to understand the future of intelligent systems, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Football Watching Party vs Duke
Football Watching Party vs Duke
November 1
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12:00 pm
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3:00 pm
Come out to cheer on our Tigers with fellow local alumni, parents, and fans. Everyone is welcome – whether you’re a die-hard fan or just want to be part of the Clemson spirit. We’ll be watching the games all season long at the locations listed below while enjoying food and drink specials exclusively for our group as we celebrate those Tiger touchdowns.
Kickoff is at noon.
2025 Game Watch Locations
- Arlington, VA – Astro Beer Hall, 4001 Campbell Avenue
- DC – Mission Navy Yard, 1221 Van Street SE
Don’t forget to check in when you arrive each week at the parties, and we’ll make an Annual Fund donation in your name from the Club! We’re always looking for more Tigers to help host watch parties. Want to volunteer for a game or two? Contact beth@clemsonclub.org.
Football Thursday Lunch - Graham Neff
Football Thursday Lunch - Graham Neff
November 6
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12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
As the season winds down, join us for a special lunchtime discussion with Clemson Athletic Director Graham Neff. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the leader of Clemson Athletics as he reflects on the current season, shares insights on the Tigers’ performance, and looks ahead to the final stretch of games.
Graham will join us via Zoom to provide updates, answer questions, and give an inside perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing Clemson Athletics. Whether you’re eager to break down the season so far or curious about what lies ahead, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Bring your Tiger spirit and your questions for Graham Neff as we wrap up another exciting season of Clemson Athletics!
In person attendees will enjoy a catered lunch with the lively discussion. Members are $10, non-members are $25. Please register so we have enough food for everyone.
Football Watching Party vs FSU
Football Watching Party vs FSU
November 8
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12:00 am
Come out to cheer on our Tigers with fellow local alumni, parents, and fans. Everyone is welcome – whether you’re a die-hard fan or just want to be part of the Clemson spirit. We’ll be watching the games all season long at the locations listed below while enjoying food and drink specials exclusively for our group as we celebrate those Tiger touchdowns.
Kickoff time is TBD.
2025 Game Watch Locations
- Arlington, VA – Astro Beer Hall, 4001 Campbell Avenue
- DC – Mission Navy Yard, 1221 Van Street SE
Don’t forget to check in when you arrive each week at the parties, and we’ll make an Annual Fund donation in your name from the Club! We’re always looking for more Tigers to help host watch parties. Want to volunteer for a game or two? Contact beth@clemsonclub.org.
Football Watching Party vs Louisville
Football Watching Party vs Louisville
November 14
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8:00 pm
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11:00 pm
Come out to cheer on our Tigers with fellow local alumni, parents, and fans. Everyone is welcome – whether you’re a die-hard fan or just want to be part of the Clemson spirit. We’ll be watching the games all season long at the locations listed below while enjoying food and drink specials exclusively for our group as we celebrate those Tiger touchdowns.
Kickoff is 8:00pm.
2025 Game Watch Locations
- Arlington, VA – Astro Beer Hall, 4001 Campbell Avenue
- DC – Mission Navy Yard, 1221 Van Street SE
- Bethesda, MD – BT’s, 4866 Cordell Avenue
Don’t forget to check in when you arrive each week at the parties, and we’ll make an Annual Fund donation in your name from the Club! We’re always looking for more Tigers to help host watch parties. Want to volunteer for a game or two? Contact beth@clemsonclub.org.
