Our Mortgage Loan Originators

My name is Mark Gravelle, Branch Manager of the Cleveland, TN office for Platinum Financial Funding. I have been in the mortgage industry for over 10 years. Prior to being a mortgage loan originator I was a realtor for 5 years. I am very familiar with most areas of the buying/selling/lending process, which can be a true asset in an ever changing market. I was originally born in Niagara Falls, NY, but was raised in Southeast Tennessee since the age of 3. I graduated from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 1998 with a degree in Communication/Advertising. I am married with two great children, and enjoy spending time on the river and watching/playing all types of sports. I am here to provide you with the best possible service and communication from the beginning to the end of your mortgage loan process. Give me a call today for all your mortgage needs!

Bryce is a licensed mortgage loan originator for Platinum Financial Funding. He recently finished his basketball career and received a degree in business finance from Lee University. He is currently in the process of completing his MBA at his alma mater. If you are looking for a mortgage loan originator who is hardworking and that has integrity and will help you no matter the circumstance then Bryce is your guy. During his off time he enjoys spending time with his wife and competing in any sport.

Blake McPherson was born and raised in Cleveland, TN and spent most of his childhood alongside his father who built custom homes of all shapes and sizes. After graduating from Bradley Central High School in 1994, he moved to Cookeville, TN and attended Tennessee Tech University, graduated in ’98 with a degree in Business Administration/Marketing. After spending several years in Atlanta and Nashville working in commercial and residential insurance, Blake decided to move back home to Cleveland. With 20+ years of sales and marketing experience, Blake brings a vast array of knowledge and insight while providing top-notch service to help match you with the perfect mortgage product to fit your individual financial needs. His primary goal is to make the mortgage process as easy and seamless as possible from start to finish. First time or seasoned mortgage applicants can rely on his integrity and ingenuity for a custom tailored smooth mortgage transaction. He eagerly accepts new challenges and would love to assist you down your road to home ownership. You’ll be happy you chose Blake and the Platinum Team. When he’s away from the office, Blake enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and son, whitewater paddling, hiking, and playing music.