About Us
Lombard Academy is based out of beautiful Ithaca, NY, and we pride ourselves on hiring only the best tutors from prestigious institutions. Our team includes tutors from nearly every Ivy League school, each bringing unique expertise and dedication to help students reach their academic goals. Over the years, we have successfully helped hundreds of students get into top colleges, achieve their dream test scores, and excel in challenging subjects.
Our tutors are not only academically accomplished but are also passionate educators who believe in making learning an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. Whether you’re preparing for college, aiming for top test scores, or strengthening your understanding of complex subjects, our tutors are here to guide you every step of the way.
Meet the Founder

Nicholas Lombardo
School: Cornell University
Specialties: AP Calculus, SAT Math, Physics, and College Admissions Coaching
Nicholas founded Lombard Academy in 2020 to provide high-quality tutoring and guidance to students aiming for top college admissions and scores. With over five years of experience in tutoring, Nicholas has helped over 50 students achieve their academic and career goals.
Meet the Team

Alexander Begelman
School: New York University
Role: Chief Infrastructure Officer (CIO)
Meet the Tutors
Below, you’ll find our talented team of tutors who specialize in a variety of subjects. Each tutor’s background and specialties are listed, along with their educational institution.

Paul Khoury
School: RPI
Specialties: Engineering, Phyiscs, Math, and CAD

Colin Elias
School: Pomona College
Specialties: Math, Physics, and Foreign Languages

Luca Kalischer-Stork
School: Cornell University
Specialties: Test Prep, College Admissions, and German

Aanjay Patel
School: Cornell University
Specialties: Financial Accouting and SAT Prep

Frankie Pappacoda
School: Cornell University
Specialties: ELA, Math, and Early Childhood Subjects

Viviana Esquivel
School: Cornell University
Specialties: AP Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Calculus

Jeffery Lederman
School: Cornell University
Specialties: Math, Physics, and Biology

Rowan Hennessy
School: Cornell University
Specialties: AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Computer Science, Multivariable Calculus, and Programming

Jasper Tripp
School: Cornell University
Specialties: Calculus and Linear Algebra

Emma Smolar
School: Cornell University
Specialties: AP Lit, Lang, World History, and SAT English