Ryan De Witte joined Wintrust in 2013 and currently serves as an executive vice president and chief credit officer, leading the credit function at Wintrust.

Before joining Wintrust, De Witte held various commercial lending positions, specializing in managing both performing and distressed transactions. His previous roles include senior vice president at RBS Citizens, director at Bridge Finance Group, senior vice president at Presidential Financial Corporation, and vice president at LaSalle Bank.

De Witte holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from Ferris State University. He previously served as the treasurer, vice president, and president of the Commercial Finance Association – Midwest Chapter.