Dario Lopez is a distinguished finance and real estate executive with over 35 years of experience in commercial lending, SBA financing, and real estate brokerage. As Managing Partner of Premier Properties of CT and DAL Commercial Capital, he leads high-performing teams and delivers innovative financial solutions across the Northeast. A former VP at M&T Bank and People’s United Bank, Dario has managed multimillion-dollar portfolios and earned multiple performance awards. He is a passionate community advocate and active participant in professional and Latino business organizations. In 2025, he was honored with a Certificate of Special Recognition for Exemplary Leadership in Governance by Senator Richard Blumenthal and NAHREP. Dario is certified in commercial lending, underwriting, and financial needs assessment, and is a Connecticut Notary Public.