Sam Gilliss

Director Security & Compliance at BDA

Sam Gilliss, CCA, CCSP, serves as the Director of Security & Compliance at BDA, LLC, leading information security initiatives and regulatory compliance across various standards such as PCI DSS and GDPR. With extensive experience as CIO and founder of Applied Server Based Computing, Inc. and Applied POS, Inc., Sam has developed technology solutions focused on cloud computing and point-of-sale systems. Sam also founded GillBeck Holdings LLC, a collection of vacation rental properties. Prior roles include vCIO at Vine Dahlen PLLC and technology consultant for major clients like Microsoft. Sam's educational background includes studies at DeVry Institute of Technology and Tulsa Vo-Tech.

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BDA is the Merchandise Agency™, 2,000+ creative minds strong, working as one global team to connect people to brands through the power of merchandise. Since 1984, BDA has created raving fans, passionate consumers, and engaged employees—online, on-site, in-stadium, in-store, and almost everywhere in between. We design, produce, and deliver branded merchandise, eCommerce experiences, and on-site activations for the world’s most iconic brands—Coca-Cola, Ford, Kellogg’s, HBO, AT&T, Starbucks, the NFL, and more. With offices across the U.S., EMEA and Asia, we’re located where the action is. We’re client-focused, idea-driven, and fueled by collaboration. At BDA, we don’t just market—we activate. We call it Brand Action. Whether it’s building loyalty, engaging employees, or creating unforgettable consumer experiences, we deliver programs that resonate with real people in meaningful ways.