SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University (SU) has announced the appointment of Dan Dillon as senior VP for business development.

In this role, Dillon will lead efforts to expand SU’s business-development portfolio, with an emphasis on growing Syracuse University Global and the university’s online and post-traditional education offerings.

He will report directly to SU Chancellor Kent Syverud and serve as a member of the chancellor’s executive team. Dillon’s appointment is effective Oct. 20 and was approved by the executive committee of the board of trustees.

“Dan is an exceptional leader whose experience building world-class online programs, cultivating new revenue streams and strengthening university brands is unmatched,” Syverud said in the announcement. “He will play a critical role in helping Syracuse University grow its online portfolio to meet the needs of today’s learners, including undergraduate students who were raised with a device in the palm of their hands, professionals seeking continued learning opportunities, and corporate partners eager for upskilling and reskilling programs. His appointment underscores the University’s commitment to innovating across all areas of our academic operations and adapting to today’s market demands.”

Dillon brings more than three decades of experience in marketing, business development and higher education leadership. He most recently served as VP for marketing at the University of South Carolina. Prior to that, Dillon was VP for marketing and senior advisor to the president at the University of Florida.

Earlier in his career, Dillon held senior leadership roles at Arizona State University (ASU), including CEO of ASU Enterprise Partners and senior VP and chief marketing officer.

“It is rare in a career to step into a role at a university with such a premium, well-established brand and powerhouse reputation,” Dillon said. “I am excited to work with Chancellor Syverud, Provost Agnew, Vice Chancellor Haynie, the Board of Trustees, deans and campus leaders, all of whom are deeply supportive of building a more robust and sustainable revenue center through Syracuse University Global and beyond.”