Boston – Michael Dignan has been elevated to the position of Junior Associate at the commercial real estate capital advisory firm, FinanceBoston. Mike embarked on his journey with the company in 2022 as an Analyst and swiftly advanced to the role of Senior Analyst in 2023. Throughout his tenure, he has demonstrated an exceptional ability to support all stages of underwriting, including the evaluation of financial models, structuring, debt books, and property analysis.
As a vital member of the asset management team, Mike has been instrumental in supporting FinanceBoston’s capital account and LP equity investments. He has skillfully handled accounting, financial reporting, investor relations, and banking relations. In his new role as a Junior Associate, Mike will concentrate on securing commercial financing for real estate investors and developers, overseeing the loan process from inception to completion, and driving overall business development. Leveraging his extensive knowledge of the Greater Boston, Worcester, and Rhode Island real estate markets, Mike brings a wealth of experience to the table. His prior experience as a Licensed Real Estate Agent in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts, coupled with his family’s deep-rooted connections and expertise in the industry, makes him a valuable asset to the team.
Mike continues to build his professional career in Boston and is excited to begin his journey as a Junior Associate at FinanceBoston. “Mike’s unwavering dedication and genuine passion for commercial real estate financing is truly inspiring. He has proven to be an invaluable asset to our team, making his promotion well-deserved,” said Fergal Woods, Managing Partner at FinanceBoston.
Prior to joining FinanceBoston, Mike served as a real estate agent at RIISE Realty Group, LLC. At RIISE, he was fully immersed in the company’s day-to-day operations, managed properties, underwrote contracts, cultivated relationships with various real estate professionals, analyzed market trends to provide precise advice to clients, and generated accurate competitive market breakdowns.
Reflecting on his experience with the company, Mike shared, “The unwavering support and encouragement I have received from the FinanceBoston team since joining in 2022 has been nothing short of exceptional. Their assistance has been instrumental in my transition to a sales role, enabling me to source my own clients and independently manage deals with our debt and equity providers. I am eager to embark on this journey with the firm and look forward to contributing to my clients’ growth.”
Mike graduated from the State University of New York Cortland in 2020, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Economics. During his time at Cortland, he also played for the Cortland Men’s Lacrosse Team, competing at the NCAA Division III level.
