“I have known, admired and respected Roberto for many years. This past year we had the opportunity to work together to launch a new lending initiative in Los Angeles. Roberto’s deep knowledge of small business lending and his numerous connections with funders and supporters both locally and on a national basis were key to the success of our efforts and have led to significant early success.”

“Roberto believed in me 20 years ago when I bought this business, and he believed in me again last year with new financing. He meets small business, especially woman and minorities, where they live. And gets them the capital to succeed.”

Roberto’s work with MEDA has been critical in developing the vision, mission and strategy for our nascent CDFI. He has been particularly thoughtful and insightful regarding our approach to carrying out small business lending. Aside from the specific deliverables, what I have appreciated the most is his initiative in advocating on our behalf with federal, private and other funders and influencers. He is truly one of our key team members.