Richard Cabrera

EVP & Head of Commercial Banking
Umpqua Bank
COMMERCIAL BANKING

Richard Cabrera is executive vice president and head of commercial banking at Umpqua Bank, leading banking services for mid-sized companies across eight states. Since joining in 2016, he has grown the division from 30 to over 350 bankers, expanding into key sectors like wine, healthcare and ESOP finance. Cabrera prioritizes a relationship-driven approach, acting as a trusted advisor beyond lending. Under his leadership, Umpqua has secured high-profile deals in entertainment, technology and healthcare. A San Diego State graduate, he is a finance visionary dedicated to supporting businesses and mentoring young Latino professionals, inspiring them to pursue careers in banking. Cabrera has been featured in CNN, MarketWatch, American Banker Magazine and more for his industry insights.