Community Lending & Capital Access

David is a results-driven lending professional whose career has been anchored by a steadfast belief: that meaningful community relationships are the foundation of lasting financial change. This conviction has not only shaped his professional path but has driven him to pursue work that creates real, measurable impact in the communities he serves.

Over the course of his career, David has built deep expertise across small business finance, commercial lending, and private wealth management. His work has consistently centered on one goal, improving access to capital, particularly for individuals and businesses in underserved markets who have long faced systemic barriers to financial opportunity. What sets David apart is the breadth of environments in which he has applied this expertise. With experience spanning the private sector, DC local government, and the federal government, he has developed a nuanced, well-rounded understanding of the financial systems that shape economic mobility and community development.

This diverse foundation has positioned David as a trusted bridge between traditional financial institutions and the small businesses that often struggle to access them. His work across Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland, Texas, and Chicago has been defined by a talent for identifying collaborative opportunities, connecting lenders, businesses, and community organizations in ways that produce more inclusive and accessible lending ecosystems. It is in this work that David found his true calling.

Looking ahead, his mission remains as focused as ever: to continuously refine lending processes, deepen access to capital, and ensure that underserved communities are active participants ant not afterthoughts of the financial systems designed to support them. David envisions a future where technology and innovation work hand in hand with genuine human connection to build a more equitable financial landscape, one where businesses of all sizes and backgrounds can access the resources they need to grow and thrive.

David is energized by the road ahead and remains deeply committed to doing the work that makes financial opportunity a reality for all.

Brenda works to provide clients with loans, grants, and technical assistance. Brenda is bilingual and worked for two small businesses in California before joining Dorchester Bay. Brenda started as in admin here at Dorchester Bay back in 2017 and transitioned into small business in 2018. She attended Cambridge College for her Business Development Certification and also participated in the NALCAB Pete Garcia Community Economic Development Fellowship and got her certificate.

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Natalia Dotel Villegas is a professional working in the field of community economic development and small business advisory, providing support to entrepreneurs in Boston. Her passion is to strengthen local businesses and promote inclusive economic growth.

Natalia is originally from San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic. Academically, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) and a Master’s degree in Marketing Management from Universidad APEC. She brings a strong background in the banking sector, with experience in credit analysis, financial planning, loan structuring, sales culture, and customer service leadership.

Natalia has experience in both the private sector and nonprofit organizations focused on community economic development, providing strategic guidance, technical assistance, and access to capital support to small businesses.

In her work, she combines technical expertise with a human centered approach, helping entrepreneurs transform their ideas into strong and sustainable business structures. Her commitment is centered on generating real impact, creating economic opportunities, and strengthening Boston’s local business ecosystem while working with integrity, accessibility, and a results-driven vision.

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