Chris Cainion joined Elite, a division of Channel, in June 2021 as Director of Sales, quickly showcasing his ability to drive results and foster growth. Recognized for his strategic vision and leadership, Cainion was promoted to Vice President of Sales and later to his current role as Managing Director. Cainion oversees Elite's underwriting, funding, operations, and sales teams. He leverages his extensive experience to drive the overall growth of the office, refine credit policies, and enhance operational efficiency. His expertise in sales, underwriting and risk management, developed through his previous roles, allows him to make informed decisions that benefit the organization and its partners.

Cainion joined the team from CAN Capital, where he worked for seven years in various positions in sales management and collections. Cainion also has extensive experience in the credit card processing industry, holding key positions at companies such as WorldPay, Priority Payment Systems, and First Data, where he honed his skills and built a strong foundation in the field.