Francisco Vidal De La Cerda, Msf
About Francisco Vidal De La Cerda, Msf
Francisco Vidal De La Cerda is a Valuations Associate at Carta, where he has worked since 2022. He holds a Master’s of Science in Finance from Seattle University and a Bachelor's degree in Financial Management from ITESO Universidad Jesuita de Guadalajara.
Work at Carta
Francisco Vidal De La Cerda currently holds the position of Valuations Associate at Carta, a role he has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, he is involved in various valuation-related tasks, contributing to the company's financial services. Prior to this role, he worked as a Valuation Enablement Specialist at Carta for nine months, where he gained relevant experience in valuation processes and methodologies. His transition from Valuation Enablement Specialist to Valuations Associate reflects an advancement in his responsibilities within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Francisco has a solid educational background in finance and financial management. He earned a Master’s of Science in Finance (MSF) from the Albers School of Business and Economics at Seattle University, completing his studies from 2021 to 2022. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Financial Management from ITESO Universidad Jesuita de Guadalajara, where he studied from 2017 to 2020. This academic foundation provides him with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices.
Background
Francisco has experience in various financial roles, which has contributed to his expertise in the sector. He worked as an Equity Research Analyst for the Seattle University Redhawk Fund in 2022, where he gained practical experience in equity research over a five-month period. Additionally, he completed a Summer Finance Internship at CIBANCO in 2019, further enhancing his knowledge and skills in finance. His diverse background supports his current role at Carta.
Career Progression
Francisco's career reflects a clear progression within the financial sector. After starting as a Summer Finance Intern at CIBANCO, he advanced to an Equity Research Analyst position at the Seattle University Redhawk Fund. His subsequent role as a Valuation Enablement Specialist at Carta allowed him to develop specialized skills in valuation before moving up to his current position as Valuations Associate. This trajectory illustrates his commitment to professional growth and development in finance.