Accounting Faculty

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Lance Cain, D.B.A.
Assistant Professor of Business
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Lance Cain, D.B.A., brings a wealth of industry experience and academic insight to his role as a business educator. He holds a Bachelor of Science in mathematics education from Kent State University and an M.B.A. with a concentration in marketing from Malone College (now Malone University). After working for 26 years in the healthcare industry, Cain returned to academia to earn a doctorate in business administration with a focus on marketing from Walden University. His dissertation, “Strategies for Financial Sustainability in Family-Owned Nonprofit Organizations,” reflects his commitment to practical, mission-driven business solutions.

During his distinguished career in industry, Cain served in director-level roles, working closely with C-suite executives to align marketing, sales, and operations through strategic personnel development and enterprise-level CRM integration. His leadership consistently focused on enhancing organizational efficiency and driving revenue growth.  

Motivated by a lifelong passion for teaching and learning, Cain transitioned to higher education full-time and now serves as director of the business program and assistant professor of business at Wilson College. He remains committed to preparing the next generation of business professionals and leaders with the knowledge, skills, and strategic mindset to thrive in a dynamic marketplace. 

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Lori Frey, M.Ed.
Professor of Physical Education
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Lori Frey, M.Ed., has shown her commitment to academia for over 35 years through her involvement in the development of new majors at Wilson College, including exercise science, sport management, and health and physical education. She developed curricula and course designs for both in-person and online modes of delivery for each new major. Frey conducted applied research in teaching by creating, presenting, and publishing instructional material for sport management courses. She also advised and mentored students with honors projects that were submitted for publication.

In addition to teaching, Frey served as Wilson’s athletics director for 32 years. In this capacity, she successfully submitted grant applications and reviewed writings, projects, and professional presentations. During her tenure, Frey led the program through the College’s transition to co-education, seeing enrollment growth and program expansion. Renovation of the college’s main athletics facility, Gannett Memorial Field House, and construction of new athletics facilities including a baseball field, fitness center, softball field, soccer field, and recreation courts took place under Frey’s leadership. 

Within athletic conferences, Frey served as commissioner, president, and held numerous leadership roles at the regional level. She also served as a collegiate coach, winning conference championships with numerous all-conference athletes under her helm. Formerly a Division I athlete, she still holds a passion for sports, fitness, and recreational activities, and she brings her vast array of experiences into the classroom through the content, delivery, enthusiasm, and expectations she has for her students.
She holds a bachelor's degree from Penn State University in health and physical education (now health and human development) and a master's degree from Slippery Rock University in athletics administration.