Donna Grissom has been a pivotal driver for Ascent Developer Solutions since its 2024 launch. As Managing Director and Head of Sales, Grissom led her team of 110 professionals to surpass a $2 billion origination volume milestone by December 2025.

She excels at structuring creative capital solutions in a tight credit environment, evidenced by the $400 million construction debt facility she closed for Thomas James Homes. Grissom has also pushed the firm into new asset classes, including developer-centric financing for modern manufactured housing.

Her strategic leadership was further highlighted by a $100 million credit facility for a workforce housing density strategy in Los Angeles. Beyond the numbers, Grissom is a dedicated mentor in a male-dominated field and a passionate advocate for historic preservation.

She balances high-volume lending with a commitment to the cultural integrity of the built environment.