Samuel Ellison

PRESIDENT + CEO

THE STRATEGIC VISIONARY

With over 40 years of experience shaping the skylines of Florida and beyond, Sam Ellison is a cornerstone of the construction industry. Before founding Ellison Advisors, Sam served as the President of Beck Tampa for 25 years, where he cemented the firm’s reputation as the #1 general contractor in the region. His leadership didn’t stop at the shoreline; he successfully expanded operations internationally, establishing a high-performance office in coastal Mexico and delivering world-class luxury developments.

Sam’s expertise spans every conceivable sector—from the precision required for the Tampa Museum of Art to the logistical complexity of Tampa International Airport’s Airside C.

SIGNATURE PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS

Cultural & Arts

  • Tampa Museum of Art (Renovation & Addition)

  • Ferman Center for the Arts.

Luxury Hospitality

  • Waldorf Astoria (Cabo San Lucas)

  • Oxford Exchange (Tampa)

  • Hotel Haya (Ybor City)

Institutional

  • Rivergate Tower

  • Nielson

  • Blake School of the Arts

WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SAM

Unlike many executives who lead from a distance, Sam provides hands-on oversight for every Ellison Advisors project. He serves as the primary point of contact for ownership, ensuring that the high-level vision is never lost in the details of the build. To work with Sam is to have one of Florida’s most respected construction minds acting as your personal advocate.


40+

years of experience.


25

years as President of Beck Tampa.


$1B+

in Managed Project Value.