James Lombella isn't new to leadership roles. The recently selected president of Enfield's Asnuntuck Community College earned his management and executive stripes in the private sector, first as the founder of a retail and service company and then later as an operations manager at a Massachusetts packaging business.
One of my favorite shows to watch is “Shark Tank,” where aspiring entrepreneurs pitch their business idea to potential investors and get honest feedback on their concept. After each episode, I think: The winners might have the funding, but there's so much more that's needed.
With a new CEO in place, Windsor manufacturer Stanadyne envisions a future where the world's rising fuel economy standards will spill millions of dollars in orders through the 140-year-old company's doors.