Mid Atlantic

Southern Capital Funding Network (SCFN) offers a reliable, relationship‑driven experience for commercial real estate investors and small businesses operating in the Mid-Atlantic region of the east coast. The firm’s strength comes from its deep regional expertise across Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Alabama where highly knowledgeable Area Market Managers and Business Development Representatives support clients in both major and middle markets. Mid-Atlantic based businesses benefit directly from this established infrastructure, gaining access to a seasoned team that understands diverse market conditions, lending environments, and the nuances of commercial financing.

Working with SCFN means partnering with a group that prioritizes clarity, responsiveness, and tailored financial solutions. Their advisors bring extensive experience structuring debt and capital strategies for a wide range of commercial real estate assets and small‑business needs. Even though Alabama is not geographically aligned with the Mid‑Atlantic region, SCFN’s service model ensures that clients in the Southeast receive the same level of attention, insight, and strategic guidance as those in their core footprint. This cross‑regional support allows Alabama investors and business owners to tap into a broader network of market intelligence and lending relationships.

Clients can expect a consultative approach that emphasizes long‑term success. SCFN’s team works closely with borrowers to understand project goals, evaluate financing options, and navigate the complexities of today’s capital markets. Their established presence in multiple states provides a competitive advantage—offering perspective on emerging trends, underwriting expectations, and opportunities that may not be visible through a single‑market lens.

Benefits of Working With Southern Capital Funding Network in the Mid-Atlantic Region

Experienced advisory team supporting commercial real estate investors and small businesses.

Established presence across Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Alabama with knowledgeable market managers.
Cross‑regional service model enabling Alabama clients to benefit from Mid‑Atlantic expertise.
Consultative approach focused on tailored financing strategies and long‑term client success.
Broad market insight drawn from major and middle markets across multiple states.
Strong lender relationships that help clients access competitive capital solutions.

Meet our Mid-Atlantic Region Team below:

Birmingham

LIONEL L. GRANT, II

Regional Vice President – (see bio)

Mr. Grant serves as the Regional Vice President for Alabama, and the Mid-Atlantic Region of Virginia and Maryland where he provides strategic leadership across all market operations, business development initiatives, and investor relations. His commitment to excellence and deep market knowledge makes him a trusted partner for those seeking to grow and diversify their real estate investments.

Lionel brings extensive experience as a commercial mortgage advisor and has served as Managing Partner of a private capital funding group based in Alabama. In this role, Mr. Grant was responsible for overseeing brokerage operations, cultivating lender and investor relationships, and driving business development efforts across the Southeast region.

With over 35 years of experience in sales management, consulting, and commercial real estate finance, Mr. Grant offers a deep well of expertise in securing funding solutions for investment properties and development projects.

Mr. Grant is an alumnus of the University of Alabama, where he studied Interdisciplinary Studies with a strong focus on business and leadership development. He is also currently pursuing theological studies with a concentration in Apologetics at the United Theological Seminary. His commitment to lifelong learning and personal growth continues to shape both his professional success and his leadership in faith-based and business communities.

Please contact Mr. Grant with any commercial real estate lending or business funding requests via email at LGrant2@southcapfunding.com.

Mobile

MICHAEL SLOAN

Area Market Manager – Commercial Loan Advisor – (see bio)

Mr. Sloan serves as our Area Market Manager in Mobile, primarily focusing on working with businesses and commercial real estate owners-operators in the Mobile Bay and West Florida markets.

With over 16 years of dynamic professional experience across the commercial banking, financial services and logistics management sectors and Mike has always provided his clients with a unique blend of operational expertise, a customer-centrist approach and analytical depth.

Mr. Sloan has worked for several national banks and local credit unions in the Mobile area, as well as regional and national mortgage companies. Mike has served as RVP of Commercial Lending with Trustmark National Bank and Commercial Business and Retail Relationship Consultant with Compass-BBVA Bank. He served as a Financial Sales Advisor for Wells Fargo Bank and as an Equity Analyst for the Navy Federal Credit Union.

Mr. Sloan also has extensive residential mortgage origination experience. Prior to entering the commercial banking industry, Mike served for 5 years as a Sales Manager for Nehemiah Mortgage Partners.

Mike is a graduate of North Carolina Central University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration.

Please contact Mike with any commercial financing needs you may have via email at mike.sloan@southcapfunding.com.