In 1984, Don Lombardi, formed LOMBARDI ASSOCIATES, a unique management consulting firm specializing in strategic management. His clients ranged from $1 million to $30 million in annual sales and represented a variety of different industries. Prior to starting his practice he spent over 25 years in private industry as a senior executive with several international companies: Anaconda, Colgate Palmolive, and the Burger King Corporation. He is now retired and lives with his wife in Arizona.