Ricardo Vidal

Director of Lending
203.235.2333 x 2020  |  email ↓

Ricardo Vidal serves as Director of Lending at CEDF, where he leads the organization's lending strategy and oversees programs that help small businesses and entrepreneurs access the capital they need to succeed. Since joining CEDF in 2015, Ricardo has played a key role in expanding lending opportunities and strengthening CEDF's position as the state's leading SBA Micro Lender.

With nearly 20 years of experience in banking and commercial lending, Ricardo brings expertise in loan portfolio management, business development, and relationship building. Prior to CEDF, he held several positions at Webster Bank, supporting small business customers and financing initiatives.

A passionate advocate for entrepreneurship, Ricardo is dedicated to helping business owners overcome barriers to growth by connecting them with financing, resources, and strategic partnerships that support long-term success.