Meet The Founder

Built on decades of lending experience

Chris Chiem Lee founded Saelee Capital after more than two decades working in credit, underwriting, and small business lending.

During his career, he has evaluated thousands of businesses, built underwriting frameworks, and helped financial organizations scale lending programs while managing risk responsibly. Through this experience, he gained a deep understanding of how lenders make decisions and what separates approved deals from declined ones.

But working inside the lending system also revealed a frustrating reality: many strong businesses struggle to access capital—not because they lack potential, but because traditional lending models don’t always reflect how small businesses actually operate.

That insight led Chris to create Saelee Capital.

Today, he works directly with business owners to help them navigate financing options and secure capital based on the real performance of their businesses, not just personal credit scores. By combining deep credit expertise with modern technology and a network of lending partners, Saelee Capital helps businesses access funding faster and with greater clarity.

Quick Founder Snapshot

  • 20+ years in credit, underwriting, and small business lending

  • Experience evaluating thousands of businesses across industries

  • Expertise in risk modeling, lending strategy, and SMB financing

  • Founder of Saelee Capital, focused on helping businesses access growth capital

FAQs

Your Queries Answered: Navigating Financial Success with Saelee Capital

 I have bad credit and even a previous bankruptcy. Can you get me funding?

This is one of our most frequently asked questions and the answer is YES! If you have poor personal credit, or even have filed previously for bankruptcy, we can still provide you with working capital. The qualifications are 1) you have been in business for at least 3 months and 2) your business generates sales in excess of $4,000 per month. In over 90% of cases, if you meet these two requirements, we can provide you with funding!

What can I use the funding for?

It is your money for your business, so you can use it however you see fit. Many of our clients use funding to cover payroll, renovate, manage inventory, expand, purchase equipment, and a variety of miscellaneous business expenses. You are the expert in maintaining and growing your company, and we are the experts in getting you the money you need to do so. It’s a win-win situation

What is the minimum requirements for funding?

Minimum of three months in business.
Minimum of $5,000 in monthly revenues.

Your business is based in the United States.

How do I get started with Saelee Capital?

Visit our website and sign up for a free consultation to learn how we can serve you.

Are you the one funding me?

No, we are the middle man in between you and success!

What is your application process?

The application process is straightforward and should take approximately five minutes. You can submit an application through our website to guide you through the process. Once we receive your full application and supporting documents, you will receive an offer within 24 hours.