Dusty is a lifelong resident of Northwest Arkansas. He graduated from the University of Arkansas School of Architecture in 2004 and minored in Legal Studies. Dusty serves as Principal Partner and President of Core, and was a founding member of the company in 2007.

Dusty stays heavily involved with the Northwest Arkansas community, sitting on the board of directors for the Springdale Housing Authority, Springdale Athletic Foundation, and Shoes 4 Athletes.

When not practicing architecture, he is participating with his wife, daughter, and four sons in whatever youth activity is in season.