“My mission is to modernize our credit, portfolio management, and capital functions by merging rigorous risk management with cutting-edge technology.”
The following profile was written by Monitor as part of their 2025 NextGen 40 Under 40 feature, highlighting emerging leaders in equipment finance.
Seth Seely, Director of Credit at Commercial Capital Company, is a standout leader among the next generation shaping the future of equipment finance. With 13 years of commercial banking experience prior to joining the firm, Seely brings a powerful combination of traditional credit discipline and forward-thinking innovation to his role overseeing credit, portfolio management, collections, and treasury operations.
Since joining Commercial Capital, Seely has driven key initiatives to scale credit operations, secure new strategic banking partnerships, and enhance liquidity—all while leading the company to sustained double-digit portfolio growth. His leadership is rooted in a dual commitment to rigor and reinvention. “My vision is a sector where agility meets accountability, and every stakeholder—from underwriters to clients—benefits from smarter, faster, and more inclusive solutions,” he says.
Seely is deeply committed to modernizing the credit function through advanced technology and data transparency. From AI-driven underwriting to IoT-enabled asset monitoring, he sees the next frontier in real-time intelligence and adaptive financing
structures. At the same time, he champions a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, empowering his team to balance customer service with high-performance outcomes.
Passionate about industry evolution, Seely is also a vocal advocate for redefining equipment finance as a tech-driven field—one that attracts the next generation through innovation, mentorship, and meaningful career development.
With a sharp strategic mind and a people-first approach, Seth Seely is helping to build a smarter, more agile, and future-ready equipment finance ecosystem.