As the chief investment officer at Preiss, Susan Folckemer oversees one of the largest privately owned student housing portfolios in the United States. With 40 years of experience, Folckemer brings a comprehensive perspective that spans development, construction, and capital markets. In the past year alone, she managed approximately $700 million in total transaction volume, which included $350 million in acquisitions and $350 million in strategic dispositions. Furthermore, Folckemer led $220 million in new development starts, advancing projects with a long-term ownership mindset despite market uncertainty. Her leadership is further highlighted by her role on the Board of Directors of the National Multifamily Housing Council, where she contributes to national housing policy discussions. Folckemer also chairs the Hillsborough Street Community Service Corporation at North Carolina State University, supporting responsible community growth and stewardship adjacent to the campus.