Kathryn Donovan

Kathryn Donovan serves as a Quantitative Analyst at Wolverine Asset Management, LLC, where she applies advanced statistical and econometric techniques to support investment decision-making and risk management processes for the firm. Her work focuses primarily on the analysis of complex financial instruments, including derivatives and structured products, within multi-asset portfolios targeting equities, credit, and volatility strategies. She leverages her expertise in data analytics to identify patterns and improve alpha generation in these specific asset classes.

Before joining Wolverine Asset Management in 2023, Donovan held a research position at Sonoma State University, contributing to academic projects involving applied mathematics and economic modeling. Her prior experience as a research assistant honed her skills in quantitative analysis and empirical research, setting the foundation for her work in institutional asset management. Donovan's professional background spans both academia and industry, ensuring a robust analytical approach to investment research.

Donovan holds a Master of Science in Economics from the University of Oxford and dual bachelor's degrees in Applied Mathematics and Economics, Data Analytics & Economic Analysis from the University of California, Davis. Her academic achievements and technical proficiency have enabled her to make significant contributions in quantitative finance, particularly in multi-asset strategy development and risk analysis. Her investment focus areas include equities, derivatives, credit markets, and systematic portfolio construction.