Our Story

BUILT TO FUND LEGACIES

At Commercial Equipment Financing (CEF), we’re not just in the business of lending—we’re in the business of building legacies.

Founded with the mission to make commercial financing more accessible, transparent, and personalized, CEF has become a trusted partner for business owners across the country. Whether you’re an owner-operator growing your fleet, a contractor investing in new equipment, or an entrepreneur expanding your services, we’re here to help you fund what’s next.

What started as a simple goal—to provide fast, flexible financing—has evolved into a full-service platform powered by a professional team of dedicated industry experts. Today, our people are our strength. With a growing team of over 15 finance professionals, we deliver the speed of a digital lender with the guidance and service of a trusted partner.

Here, your growth is our purpose—and your legacy is our business.

Leading the Vision

As President of Commercial Equipment Financing, Eduardo Cruz brings a forward-thinking approach to small business lending—one rooted in accessibility, trust, and long-term growth.

With about ten years in the commercial financing industry, Eduardo has helped build CEF into more than just a lending platform. He’s cultivated a company culture focused on service, speed, and helping clients fund what matters most—from a single truck to an entire operation.

Eduardo was recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 award recipient by Monitor Magazine, The Independent Voice of Equipment Finance, honoring his leadership and impact within the industry.

Based in Dallas, Texas, Eduardo leads a growing team of finance professionals with the same mindset he brings to his clients: empower people, support legacies, and build something that lasts. Outside of the office, he enjoys traveling and spending time with his partner and two daughters.

Eduardo Cruz

PRESIDENT

Eduardo | Commercial Equipment Financing

Leading the Vision

Eduardo | Commercial Equipment Financing

As President of Commercial Equipment Financing, Eduardo Cruz brings a forward-thinking approach to small business lending—one rooted in accessibility, trust, and long-term growth.

With about ten years in the commercial financing industry, Eduardo has helped build CEF into more than just a lending platform. He’s cultivated a company culture focused on service, speed, and helping clients fund what matters most—from a single truck to an entire operation.

Eduardo was recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 award recipient by Monitor Magazine, The Independent Voice of Equipment Finance, honoring his leadership and impact within the industry.

Based in Dallas, Texas, Eduardo leads a growing team of finance professionals with the same mindset he brings to his clients: empower people, support legacies, and build something that lasts. Outside of the office, he enjoys traveling and spending time with his partner and two daughters.

Eduardo Cruz

PRESIDENT

Meet the CEF Team

Dulce | Commercial Equipment Financing

Dulce Ortega

OPERATIONS

Denise | Commercial Equipment Financing

Denise Regalado

OPERATIONS

Ricardo | Commercial Equipment Financing

Ricardo Dorantes

NATIONAL SALES MANAGER

Netzer | Commercial Equipment Financing

Netzer Santos

Vice President of Sales

Alonso | Commercial Equipment Financing

Alonso Amparan

SALES MANAGER

Patrick | Commercial Equipment Financing

Patrick Robinson

SALES MANAGER

Alex | Commercial Equipment Financing

Alex Shepherd

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Jorge | Commercial Equipment Financing

Jorge Camacho

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Ofelia | Commercial Equipment Financing

Ofelia Contreras

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Alexander | Commercial Equipment Financing

Alexander Dorantes

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Victor | Commercial Equipment Financing

Victor Dorantes

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Andrew | Commercial Equipment Financing

Andrew Dupler

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Tim | Commercial Equipment Financing

Tim Kucera

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Rossi Lausso

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Tyler | Commercial Equipment Financing

Tyler Rowland

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Lonnie | Commercial Equipment Financing

Lonnie Tipton

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Lonnie | Commercial Equipment Financing

Lonnie Tipton

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE