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Keith Brophy

Visiting Instructor

Biography

Keith Brophy is a Visiting Instructor at Virginia Tech University. He spent his undergraduate years at Empire State College and earned his MBA and Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at University of New Orleans. Keith brings over 20 years of experience as a hospitality leader including revenue management, guest services, reservation, food and beverage management and digital marketing. He has worked for Pyramid Hotel Group, Crestline Hotels and Resorts, Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants, and Hotel Monaco New Orleans. Additionally, Keith has taught hospitality university courses at University of Maryland Eastern Shore. 

Teaching

  • HTM 4354 IT & Social Media
  • HTM 4514 Hospitality Market Data Analysis

Education

  • M.S.H.T., Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of New Orleans, 2005
  • M.B.A., University of New Orleans, 2005
  • B.A. Communication, Empire State College, 1998

Relevant Industry

  • University of Maryland Eastern Shore, 2019
  • University of Northern Virginia, 2009
  • Stratford University, 2007-2009

Industry Experience

  • Senior Director Omnichannel Strategy, Milestone, 2017-2022
  • Senior Director of Digital Marketing, PM Hotel Group, 2013-2017
  • Regional Director of Ecommerce, Pyramid Hotel Group, 2011-2013
  • E-Commerce Marketing Manager, Crestline Hotels and Resorts, 2008-2011
  • Manager of CRM, Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants, 2005-2008