In 1985…

• Coca-Cola introduced New Coke (in April and six months later they returned to the original formula).
• Microsoft Corporate released the first version of Windows (Windows 1.0)
• Michael Jordan was named the NBA’s “Rookie of the Year.”
• Compact Discs were introduced to American consumers.
• Route 66 was removed from the United States Highway System.
• Live Aid Concerts in Philadelphia and London raise more than $50 million for famine relief.
• Hurricane Gloria caused New York’s stock exchanges to close on September 28.

Tom Riddle established his company to help clients with their financial choices on August 28.