William “Bill” Clancy (NY)
National Commander
Sons of The American Legion

William “Bill” Clancy III is a seasoned business leader, community advocate, and lifelong member of the American Legion family. A native of City Island in the Bronx, Bill draws inspiration from a proud legacy of military service and civic involvement spanning three generations of his family.  Bill is the founder and principal of Urban Upkeep, a New York City-based property management firm employing more than 60 professionals and servicing hundreds of properties. His clients include prestigious organizations such as Marriott, The Plaza Hotel, Sotheby’s, Glenwood Management. Prior to founding Urban Upkeep, Bill was a senior manager of Business Development at American Express, where he contributed to strategic growth initiatives and partnership development. He holds a degree in Finance from Iona College and a Management degree from Columbia University.
Bill’s longstanding commitment to public service is rooted in his deep involvement with the American Legion. A graduate of Boys State and the Legion Auxiliary Freedoms Foundation Program at Valley Forge, he is a founding and 33-year member of Sons of The American Legion Squadron 156, where he has served in nearly every leadership role, including four terms as Squadron Commander. He also served as Detachment Commander for New York State, during which he led activities across all 62 counties. In addition to his professional and Legion commitments, Bill is an Eagle Scout, recipient of the U.S. Congressional Silver Medal for Community Service, and former member of the Advisory Board at Einstein Hospital in the Bronx. He currently serves as President of the Board of Trustees for Pelham Cemetery. Bill resides on City Island with his wife, Kyrstal Sturgeon Clancy, a former regional sales manager with The Men’s Wearhouse, and their two sons, Geir and Stenn, who are active in both the Sons of The American Legion and Scouting.
Respectfully,
William “Bill” Clancy (NY)
National Commander
Sons of The American Legion
“Community, State, & Nation…
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