MARCY, N.Y. — Bringing more than 20 years of experience to the role, Bill Dustin has joined SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) as its coordinator of university conferencing and events, the university announced.
Prior to joining SUNY Poly, Dustin worked in event coordination and administration roles at Mohawk Valley Community College and has experience in higher education, event administration, talent buying, and industry consulting, according to a SUNY Poly news release.
“I am excited to join SUNY Poly at a time of great momentum and cannot wait to bring more community members to our university,” Dustin said. “I want them to have the best experience possible so that they have the desire to not only return to our campus, but to share their SUNY Poly story with others. I’m a firm believer that events, activities, and community engagement play a vital role in the vibrancy of a campus climate, and I am happy to be involved.”
For more than 17 years at MVCC, Dustin worked in event coordination and administration roles, most recently serving as director of events and guest services. While at MVCC, he managed external groups that used conference or performing-arts facilities on the Utica and Rome campuses, chaired the Cultural Events Council, oversaw the development of the annual MVCC Cultural Services event program, and was responsible for organizing commencement ceremonies.
Prior to and during some of his time at MVCC, Dustin served as chief entertainment officer for MAGIC ROCKS! featuring illusionist Leon Etienne. He also founded The Showcase Agency, a national entertainment booking, talent buying, and event-coordination agency.
Dustin holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in childhood education from Le Moyne College. He has earned multiple certifications and awards including Disney Institute certificates in quality service and employee engagement, as well as the SUNY Chancellor’s Award of Excellence.
Established in 1966, SUNY Poly offers undergraduate and graduate degrees via its colleges of arts and sciences, business, engineering, and health sciences.