Richard Encarnacion’s diverse career spans filmmaking, military service, finance, and business, showcasing his resilience and adaptability. His journey began with the indie film “Five Easy,” which marked his entry into the creative world. Shortly after, he joined the US Marine Corps at a young age, armed with an associate degree.
Early Career and Military Service
Richard’s initial aspiration to join the Combat Camera MOS in the Marines was redirected to finance and admin roles. This unexpected path proved pivotal in shaping his future. In 2001, he began working in DAC Finance, gaining invaluable experience. In the Marines, he quickly rose to become the youngest Marine in charge of retirement for high-ranking officers, managing over $1 billion. His financial expertise earned him a BMOS, allowing him to work with MAGTF at MEF 1 in Pendleton on top-secret cases. Despite leaving the Marines as an E3, his responsibilities were on par with E4/E5 roles, reflecting his exceptional performance. He was awarded a CERCOM for his contributions.
Transition to Civilian Finance and Leadership
After his military service, Richard’s career in finance took off. He began at Citibank, progressing from a financial analyst to finance manager, district manager, and broker-executive. His mentorship under industry leaders such as Mrs. V and Mr. Glenn was instrumental. Richard also received training from billionaires like Bobby Buisson, further honing his skills. He then joined the California Conservation Corps (CCC) as a blue hat and quickly rose to veteran leader, Sergeant of Arms, and Captain of the Guard, training hundreds of young people for emergency roles and environmental management.
Academic and Professional Achievements
In 2013, Richard pursued an MBA, graduating in 2016. He then joined dotstudioPRO as an in-house producer, contributing to numerous film projects and TV shows, including work with the Emmys and MySpotlight.TV. His relocation for family reasons led him to leave dotstudioPRO. He subsequently pursued a Ph.D. in Leadership at CSML in San Diego and, in 2016, became a professor at SDUIS. That same year, he was nominated as a Congressional Veteran Representative and took on a contract as manager at Lexicon Global.
Richard then became the director of Crowdfund MAFIA, where he helped the firm raise over $100-$200 million and expanded its operations by over 200%. Following his tenure at Crowdfund MAFIA, he worked as the National Sales Director at NGHTV, introducing innovative products like ITOUCH at CES.
Entrepreneurial Ventures and Future Aspirations
In 2015, Richard launched The RDE Group, an extension of his earlier venture, Silent Mills Studios. This time, he added consulting, production, and design services. His achievements included collaborations with the Navy Seal Team, YMCA in South San Diego, Jackie Chan projects, Andrea Bragner’s development of “The Riot” for distribution, and over 200 other projects. He also worked on an international tourism marketing campaign for the Chinese government in Kunming. Legal challenges with his attorney did not deter him; instead, they fueled his determination to succeed.
In 2018, Richard joined New Bear Stearns, and in 2023, he founded RDE STOCKS, focusing on Wall Street banks, stock loans, and commercial real estate. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a commitment to providing exceptional value to his clients.
Conclusion
Richard Encarnacion’s journey from indie filmmaker to a multifaceted professional in finance, military, and business is a testament to resilience and adaptability. His diverse experiences have shaped him into a leader with a unique blend of creative, financial, and strategic expertise. As he looks to the future, Richard aims to open a studio, continuing his legacy of excellence and innovation across multiple industries.
