Payton Donnan
About Payton Donnan
Payton Donnan is a Senior Valuation Associate at Thoma Bravo, with a background in finance and valuation analysis. He has previously held positions at Stout and CBRE, and graduated cum laude from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.
Current Role at Thoma Bravo
Payton Donnan serves as a Senior Valuation Associate at Thoma Bravo, a position held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for conducting valuations and providing analytical support for investment decisions. His work contributes to the firm's strategic initiatives and enhances its valuation capabilities within the private equity sector.
Experience at Stout
Prior to joining Thoma Bravo, Payton Donnan worked at Stout in various capacities. He began as a Valuation Advisory Intern in 2018, where he gained foundational experience for two months. He then progressed to a Valuation Advisory Associate from 2021 to 2023, where he further developed his expertise in valuation analysis over a two-year period.
Internship Experience at CBRE
In 2017, Payton Donnan completed a two-month internship as an Asset Services, Controlling Intern at CBRE in Madrid, Spain. This role provided him with exposure to asset management and financial controls within a global real estate services firm.
Education and Academic Achievements
Payton Donnan graduated cum laude from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He studied Finance and Spanish from 2015 to 2019, equipping him with a strong foundation in financial principles and cross-cultural communication.