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Michael Lee

Director, Live Oak Ventures atLive Oak BankNorth Carolina
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Michael Lee is the Director of Live Oak Ventures at Live Oak Bank. He leads investments in fintech companies that bring innovation to the banking industry, focusing on long-term partnerships with founders.

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fintechbankingsmall businesssoftware solutionsseed

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Who is Michael Lee?

Michael Lee is the Director of Live Oak Ventures at Live Oak Bank. He leads investments in fintech companies that bring innovation to the banking industry, focusing on long-term partnerships with founders.

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