Richard Ricciardi has been named vice president, business development officer for SBA lending at FNBC Bank, based in Ash Flat.
Ricciardi brings more than 30 years of experience in small business and government-guaranteed lending to FNBC. His extensive background includes roles in SBA and USDA credit underwriting as well as SBA lending and business development at several financial institutions throughout his career.
In his role at FNBC, Ricciardi will focus on expanding the bank’s SBA lending platform, developing relationships with small business owners and helping entrepreneurs access flexible financing solutions to support growth and long-term success.
Ricciardi earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Salve Regina University in Newport, R.I., majoring in politics with a minor in Spanish. He is actively involved in the small business community and currently serves as an advisory board member for the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center. He has also been engaged with the SBA Emerging Leaders Program as both a judge and participant reviewer.
“Rick’s depth of experience and passion for supporting small businesses make him a strong addition to our SBA lending team,” said Edward Haddock, SVP for SBA lending at FNBC. “His expertise will help us continue to serve entrepreneurs with the knowledge and community focus they expect from FNBC.”
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