Eric Lombardi

Eric Lombardi is an accomplished leader in the fields of social enterprise and sustainability, currently serving as President of Purchasing with Purpose since January 2020 and as an Associate at the Social Enterprise World Forum C.I.C. since September 2017, contributing to initiatives that enhance the sustainability of global social enterprise conferences. With a long-standing association with Eco-Cycle since 1989, Lombardi transitioned to a Senior Advisor role after nearly three decades of leadership, where this individual played a pivotal role in establishing one of the world's largest Zero Waste Social Enterprises and launching the Eco-Cycle SOLUTIONS HUB. Additional experience includes serving as President of Buy Social USA from April 2020 to April 2024, advocating for mission-driven businesses, and previously as CEO of Zero Waste Strategies Inc. from 2006 to January 2021, promoting comprehensive waste management solutions. Lombardi earned a Masters degree in Technology and Human Affairs from Washington University in St. Louis.