Rocco Lombardo

Professional Biography

Rocco Lombardo is the Founder and CEO of Smartworks Solutions, where he leads the company's mission to deliver enterprise-scale web and mobile solutions that align technology strategy with business growth. Recognized for pioneering the first America's Test Kitchen mobile app in 2010—an innovation that became the company's top-downloaded app at launch—Rocco has built his career at the intersection of technical excellence, digital strategy, and business impact.

With more than 20 years of experience in web and mobile app solutions architecture, Rocco has directed large-scale digital transformation initiatives for clients such as PTC, Optos and ConMed, specializing in Sitecore, EPiServer/Optimizely, and open-source CMS platforms. His leadership includes senior roles at North Point Solutions, America's Test Kitchen, and Fidelity Information Services, where he consistently drove innovation, streamlined development processes, and cultivated high-performing engineering teams. Rocco is a certified Sitecore developer with hands-on expertise in C#, JavaScript, PHP, and enterprise databases, combining deep technical knowledge with strategic leadership to architect scalable, cost-efficient systems.

Rocco's career has been defined by bridging the gap between business and technology, delivering enterprise platforms on time and on budget, and ensuring that technical execution always supports long-term growth. His extended expertise includes architecting complex database systems, optimizing software lifecycles, and leading digital strategy initiatives that unlock measurable business value. Beyond technology leadership, Rocco also has a background in professional audio engineering and applies his creative problem-solving skills across industries, bringing a unique perspective to every project.

Through Smartworks Solutions, Rocco combines his entrepreneurial mindset, technical mastery, and collaborative leadership style to help organizations transform their digital platforms and achieve meaningful business outcomes.