Kippy Donovan is an Associate in Newmark’s Philadelphia office, specializing in debt origination and structured finance solutions for both multifamily and commercial assets. With extensive expertise spanning both institutional and private capital markets, she navigates transactions on both a regional and national scale, bringing proven experience across the capital spectrum.
Prior to joining Newmark, Donovan served as an Acquisitions Analyst on the Multifamily Acquisitions team at Equus Capital Partners. There, she was responsible for end-to-end transaction analysis, from conducting in-depth market research to developing detailed proforma models and interpreting financial data to inform investment decisions.
As a key member of Newmark’s Philadelphia-based capital markets team, Donovan is committed to fostering and sustaining long-term client relationships. The group delivers comprehensive advisory services, leveraging a diverse range of capital sources including Life Companies, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, regional and national banks, CMBS, and fund investors. Their ongoing success is founded on a commitment to hard work, transparency, and exceptional client service, reflecting a core belief that trust is earned—and reaffirmed—through every interaction.
Donovan resides in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood of Philadelphia and is an active member of the Villanova Alumni Association and the DiLella Center for Real Estate.
Education
Donovan holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Real Estate, with a minor in Marketing, from Villanova University (2021).