A Personal Approach to Mortgages

Yelena Brezhneva

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 2084403

Yelena brings more than 20 years of professional business and global experience to an ever-growing international market. She has relationships with vast variety of institutional investors across different parts of the globe. You will find her real estate and market insights in multiple publications throughout Las Vegas and Los Angeles. She's well respected by her clients and partners. Yelena is a trusted and driven professional who thinks quickly and creatively, all with her clients best interest in mind. She joined GFL Capital Mortgage in 2022 to continue her work providing exceptional customer service, finding solutions for her clients, and helping them reach their financial goals. 

Brian Chan

VP of Residential Lending

• Sacramento, CA
• NMLS# 354805

Like a lot of new college graduates in 2004, Brian had no real vision of what he wanted to do for a career. After working on the internal side of mortgage banking creating the daily rate sheet, he decided to try his hand dealing directly with the consumer in helping them achieve their dream of homeownership. Learning the inner workings of the loan process from building a daily rate sheet to drawing loan documents has allowed him to have a better understanding of the loan process and what issues may arise throughout the process. This has allowed him to help countless families over the years. In Brian’s spare time, he enjoys traveling, landscape photography and spending time with his wife and daughter.

Emily Chrisemer

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 2611302

Emily brings a wealth of experience in Customer Service, Accounting, and Real Estate Investing, drawing on her firsthand knowledge as a real estate investor herself. Her diverse background has equipped her with a deep understanding of client needs and an ability to find innovative, out-of-the-box solutions tailored to unique client situations. Known for her problem-solving skills and always being accessible to her clients, Emily is committed to providing clear communication and delivering an outstanding client experience. She is passionate about helping clients achieve their financial and real estate goals and strives to be a trusted resource and advisor throughout their home financing journey.

Daniel Cline

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 1608834

Daniel has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry. He has helped countless families accomplish their financial goals. He began his professional career working for State Farm as an Insurance & Banking Specialist. This enabled him to create a more smooth and efficient process for his clients. He is very passionate about providing his clients with the best possible home financing experience and strives to become what he refers to as their “lifetime lender.”

Michael DeLecce

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 2097492

Michael is a former collegiate lacrosse player who comes from an experienced background in hospitality. Michael brings honesty and passion to the table while striving to shatter his goals of getting as many families into homes as he can. He hopes to achieve this through his excellent communication skills, analytical thought process, and experience working together as a team. He understands that each individual and family he works with is unique and not a one-size-fits-all experience.

Blake Enders

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 2000579

Hi, I’m Blake Enders, your Mortgage Specialist! With a business degree from ISU and 11 years in the mortgage industry, I bring a solid foundation in finance to support both homebuyers and investors. I’m dedicated to making every home purchase, refinance, and investment opportunity as seamless as possible.

Joshua Felzer

Branch Manager

• Boca Raton, Florida
• NMLS# 12150

Josh, originally from Philadelphia, now resides in Sunny South Florida. Josh has spent his entire career in the mortgage business, originating loans and helping clients since 2000. Josh has helped thousands of families achieve the dream of homeownership. He treats every client as if they are his own family. Josh is married, has two kids and is a dog lover. Let us make your dreams come through with a friendly and seamless mortgage process.

Sean Gross

Branch Manager

• Denver, CO
• NMLS# 274155

Sean is originally from Michigan and Florida. He is a proud graduate of the Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance. Following college, he moved out west. He has lived in Southern California, Nevada, Arizona, and in Denver, Colorado for the past 10 years. He has over 22 years of mortgage loan experience as a loan officer As a licensed mortgage professional, he helps individuals realize their dreams through financing backed by real estate. His focus is to ensure clients are well-informed consumers by educating them on the various loan strategies and advising of the loan process. His goal is to try to make every customer and realtor involved in the process, a Raving Fan. Sean is all about developing long-term relationships with his clients and realtors after the transaction is complete because he is interested in his client's success and loves to find ways to help them achieve their goals.

Grant Halpin

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Sacramento, CA
• NMLS# 1939319

Grant’s primary goal for joining the mortgage industry was to help individuals become more financially stable. With a background in finance, his goal is to educate borrowers on the lending environment in a way that’s easily understood. At GFL Capital, he and his team are able to prioritize each borrower’s best interests above all else. Born and raised in the Bay Area, he moved to Oregon for undergraduate studies. When Grant is not working you can find him on the golf course, cheering on the 49ers, or exploring new hiking trails around the area.

Veronica Hernandez

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 2012715

I have helped two families since I got licensed.  It was gratifying to be able to achieve their dream of homeownership. I have been a bartender for the last 20 years. I believe my experience in providing excellent customer service over the years directly applies to helping clients understand mortgage options and guiding them through the loan process. Managing difficult customer situations has prepared me to address clients’ concerns or challenges throughout the loan process. I have been wanting to be part of the real estate industry since my early twenties.  I took a real estate course and wanted to pursue a career as a real estate agent but my schedule working mostly late nights made it difficult.  I am passionate about helping people achieve their goals of becoming a trusted advisor and empowering the community in achieving homeownership and building wealth. With a deep commitment to integrity and education, I strive to guide families through the mortgage process, ensuring they understand their options and make informed decisions.  My goal is to encourage them to think about how their first home can be a stepping stone for future real estate investments, building wealth over the long term.

Sophie Jee

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Sacramento, CA
• NMLS# 933278

Sophie Jee has had a successful career as a Loan Originator with the GFL Capital Group for over 8 years. Before she became a Loan Originator, she was a small business owner and most recently, she retired from the State of California after 14 1/2 years. She specializes in applying her expertise to get the right mortgage for her clients so that they are successful in closing their loans. Honesty, integrity, and dedication are what she strives for in all aspects of her life. She provides great customer service and ensures that her clients have a smooth transaction when it comes to closing a loan.  She values her clients and takes pride in delivering exceptional service and establishing lifelong relationships with them.

Alysa Joyce

Loan Production Partner

• Henderson, NV

With 26 years of experience in mortgage lending, Alysa has held a variety of roles, gaining deep expertise in every aspect of the industry. Passionate about helping people achieve the dream of homeownership, she understands the profound impact owning a home can have. Now proud to be part of GFL, Alysa continues to leverage her extensive knowledge to support clients and make homeownership a reality for more people.

Leticia Ladnier

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Boca Raton, Florida
• NMLS# 2392583

Leticia started her career in real estate as a real estate professional. Her passion to teach, counsel and find solutions for her clients guided her into mortgage lending. Driven to understand her client’s personal experience in the loan approval process, she became a loan processor and continued her path where she would be given the the opportunity to help hundreds on clients both in the retail and builder world as a loan officer.

Cherry Lee

Director of Operations

• Sacramento, CA
• NMLS# 387305

When Greg met Cherry in 2009, Cherry knew nothing about mortgages. Greg took a chance and hired her – as a loan originator, as a processor, and eventually as a closer that would assist in GFL’s pivotal transition from mortgage broker to correspondent lender in April 2014. Her knack for organization, attention to detail, and obsession with problem-solving (and love for coffee) have helped her play a fluid role in the company over the years. Her official title is now “Director of Operations,” but she continues to play a role in several aspects of the business. Though she mainly operates behind the scenes, she cares deeply about helping colleagues and aiding the company in providing an amazing consumer experience.

Greg Louie

President

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 11394

Greg has spent his whole career in real estate and mortgage lending helping thousands of individuals and families buy, sell, and refinance their homes. He created GFL Capital Mortgage in 2007 with a vision to help both consumers and other business professionals within the real estate and mortgage industry. He continues his work providing exceptional customer service, finding solutions for his clients, and helping his clients and teammates reach their financial goals.

Dionicia Lozoya

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Sacramento, CA
• NMLS# 2151664

Prior to joining GFL Capital Mortgage, Dionicia was a marketing executive with multiple Fortune 100 companies. Her previous experience has prepared her to bring a strong commitment to communication, organization, and service for her borrowers. Being an active real estate investor in previous years, sparked an interest and prompted her to leave the marketing world and enter the mortgage industry. Her experience drives her to be ultra-attentive to market conditions, robust knowledge on loan products and providing elite service to both borrowers and her realtor partners.  Being bicultural and bilingual in Spanish provides extra comfort and understanding to her non-English speaking clients. Dionicia has been married for over 20 years and has 2 high school-aged children.

Andrew Marlow

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 1735199

Andrew Marlow, a seasoned finance expert with a heart for transforming lives through real estate. With a solid background of 10 years in the financial sector, including 5 years in the real estate and mortgage industries, Andrew has helped countless individuals and families achieve their dreams of homeownership. With past work as a securities licensed financial services representative, his expertise shines in providing creative finance solutions that cater to each client's unique situation. Andrew's genuine passion lies in empowering buyers to embrace the American dream of owning a home while ensuring housing security and wealth generation for his clients. With a client-centric approach, Andrew's key strengths include exceptional customer service and unwavering communication, making him the perfect partner for all your real estate and mortgage endeavors.

Joseph Martinez

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Las Vegas, Nevada
• NMLS# 1995247

Joseph was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. After attending some of the best private schools the city has to offer, he worked for the first half of his life in the technology sector providing solutions for Fortune 500 companies in the Tri-State Area. About 7 years ago, he transitioned to financial planning with New York Life Insurance Co. where he achieved the prestigious CornerStone award and held Series 6 & 63 investment licenses. After finding success in New York, Joseph decided to transfer to the NYL's Las Vegas office for new opportunities and better weather. Partially due to the COVID pandemic, he shifted his focus to Real Estate & Mortgage Loans in early 2020 but is still passionate about helping people leverage their finances to achieve their life goals. Today, Joseph combines his life and career experiences to offer his clients holistic advice when discussing their real estate goals and lending needs. When he isn't hard at work, Joseph enjoys exercise/sports, books, movies, and Las Vegas' outdoor life.

Tanner Mendonca

Loan Production Partner

• Sacramento, CA
• NMLS# 2006485

Relatively new to the mortgage industry, Tanner is still learning each and every day. He spent 4 years after college playing professional baseball where he learned many skills that apply to everyday life. This includes being a part of a team and understanding how each and every role contributes to the overall success of the group. Tanner is fortunate to be a part of the GFL Capital team and looks forward to continuing to grow with this company while providing exceptional service to their customers.

Matt Moss

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 1577278

Matt’s passion has always been putting clients first. He enjoys listening to the financial goals of his clients, providing guidance and support through every step of the loan process. With over 20 years of customer service experience, he ensures that his clients have the most enjoyable experience possible through the entire loan process.

Stephanie Navarro

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 2518807

My passion for helping others with finances began in the banking world during my teenage years working at Wells Fargo. As Vegas expanded, I transitioned into mortgages, helping people achieve homeownership and real estate objectives. With a strong background in sales, numbers, and with my fluency in Spanish, I want to empower individuals towards financial security.

Rafael Ortega

Broker Associate/Loan Originator

• Sacramento, CA
• NMLS# 173217

Buying, refinancing or selling a home? You have a lot counting on your mortgage professional. I have built my reputation on providing outstanding service to my clients over my 16 year career in the financial services. That means you can count on me to always look out for your best interests, keep you informed throughout every step of the lending process and exceeding all expectations. I provide a wide range of loan products such as FHA, VA, Conventional, HomePath, USDA, Low FICO Options, Investor Products, First Time Home Buyer Financing and more! Fun Fact: Rafael is a father to identical twin boys and comes from a military family background.

Michael Parsi

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Sacramento, CA
• NMLS# 1372662

Michael has spent his entire career in Investment Banking, Commercial Finance, and Mortgage Lending. Over the years, he has helped many firms and families buy, sell, refinance, or lease their homes or apartment buildings. He is known to find the best deal tailored for his clients.

Graylen Randolph

Loan Production Partner

• Boca Raton, FL
• NMLS# 1694090

I enjoy educating and informing people about the real estate and mortgage industry. Whether it be how the home buying process works, the specifics of refinancing, or general credit knowledge. There are a lot of misconceptions and negative connotations associated with Loan Officers and mortgages in general, so I really enjoy breaking those stereotypes. I am detail-oriented and results-driven. I have exceptional communication skills and extensive knowledge in not only the real estate and the mortgage industry but our economic system as a whole. I will go out of my way to make sure and answer any and every question you may have.

Jason Renkoff

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Boca Raton, FL
• NMLS# 521393

Jason is a native South Floridian with over 20 years of mortgage lending experience. For Jason, finding the right mortgage is more than just shopping for rates; it’s about choosing a mortgage that fits into your total financial picture. That’s why, as a Wholesale Mortgage Specialist, he considers your complete financial situation and long-term goals before presenting you with a home financing solution. Jason will show you a variety of ways to finance a primary, investment or secondary residence that will meet your unique financial needs today and help keep you on the path to achieving your lifetime financial objectives. For his clients, Jason brings vast real estate and mortgage product knowledge along with phenomenal communication throughout the entire process while trying to play golf, train his dog, keep boys away from his daughter, and not leave anything in the sink which makes his wife happy!

Lisa Richter

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 2000574

Hi, I’m Lisa Richter, your Mortgage Specialist! With a business degree from the University of Phoenix and seven years of experience as a Branch Manager in banking, I bring a strong foundation in finance to help homebuyers and investors alike. Over the past four years, I've dedicated myself to guiding individuals in Nevada through seamless home purchases, refinances, and investment opportunities.

Bill Sample

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Boca Raton, FL
• NMLS# 349314

Bill has spent his whole career in mortgage financing helping hundreds of individuals and families buy and refinance their homes. He joined GFL Capital Mortgage in 2022 to continue his work providing exceptional customer service, finding solutions for his clients, and helping them reach their financial goals.

Gregory Sepanski

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Boca Raton, FL
• NMLS# 328134

 Purchasing or selling a home is a complex and tedious process. At GFL Capital Mortgage, we’ve earned a stellar reputation among real estate professionals, builders, and individual home buyers throughout Florida for simplifying the process. In fact, we send automatic updates to you throughout the entire process with continual status reports and no surprises! This advantage is built around our mission to keep it simple and easy.  

Kevin Sherba

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 359425

Kevin has spent his whole career in real estate and mortgage lending helping thousands of individuals and families buy, sell, and refinance their homes. He joined GFL Capital Mortgage in 2008 with a vision to help both consumers and other business professionals within the real estate and mortgage industry. He continues his work providing exceptional customer service, finding solutions for his clients, and helping his clients and teammates reach their financial goals.

Michael Trinh

Closing Manager

• Sacramento, CA
• NMLS# 1579316

Michael joined the company in 2016 as an operations assistant with little knowledge of the mortgage industry and, like most people his age, no clear picture of his future. As an individual that gravitates towards numbers, he developed a knack for loan closings and is now GFL’s highly regarded closing manager, trusted with ensuring that transactions close smoothly and speedily. In his free time, Michael is an avid golf enthusiast and is always looking for ways to improve his game. Fun fact: Michael loves to go swimming, but doesn't know how to swim!

Robert Valene

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Boca Raton, Florida
• NMLS# 319917

I have been in the mortgage industry since 2002. I previously owned a major Printing company in NYC. I fell in love with the business and can’t understand why I never started my career in the industry. I have help thousands of clients, friends past customers. I worked with challenged clients, and clients who have purchased muti million dollar homes. I love making dreams come through.

Danny Velasquez

Community Lending Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 1060221

Danny has worn different hats during his career in real estate and mortgage lending. From starting as a loan officer moving to a Paralegal working as Realtor and now going back to originating loans, his vision has always been the same: help the community because without them we are nothing! He joined GFL Capital Mortgage in 2018 with said goal in hand. The opportunity arose to relocate to Nevada to establish himself as a staple in the community and so far so good. He is even on AM670 radio every Saturday from 7am – 8am.

Melinda Woods

Wholesale Mortgage Specialist

• Henderson, NV
• NMLS# 1542174

With five years of experience in the mortgage lending industry and a background in insurance and finance, I am dedicated to helping clients achieve their homeownership dreams. As a mother of two and wife, I value family and understand the importance of finding the perfect home. I prioritize my clients’ needs and goals, providing tailored mortgage solutions while maintaining honesty and transparency throughout the process. When I’m not assisting clients, you can find me jet skiing and creating new memories with my family.