Brenda Lidy

Brenda Lidy is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Business, Management, and Technology department at Keystone College's School of Professional Studies. She joined the institution in 1998 and additionally serves as Internship Coordinator for Accounting, Business, Computer Science, Hospitality Management, and Information Technology programs. With 20 years of hospitality industry experience, she maintains active professional roles including ServSafe national trainer, Certified Wedding Planner, and board positions with hospitality associations.

Education:

• Ph.D. Business Management with Concentration in Marketing (Anticipated 2025) – Pace University
• M.S. Organizational Leadership (2005) – Thomas Edison State College
• B.S. Hotel & Restaurant Management (1995) – Marywood College

Teaching and Research Focus:
Her instructional portfolio spans business operations, hospitality systems, and professional development. Primary interests include service management, event coordination, industry-aligned curriculum design, and organizational leadership within hospitality contexts. Courses reflect applied learning in workplace dynamics, marketing strategy, and human resource practices.

Awards and Honors:

• 2017: Margaretta Belin Chamberlin Chair Award for Distinguished Faculty Service

Professional Leadership:
She develops industry-academia partnerships through her Northeastern Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association board directorship, ServSafe educator certification, and alcohol management training for the PA Liquor Control Board. Annually conducts professional etiquette training for graduating seniors and represents Keystone at national conferences including IACBA and Teaching and Learning events.