Karen Schlederer

Karen A. Schlederer is currently the Vice President of Development Services at United Group of Companies, based in Troy, New York.34 She has been with the company since 1998, serving for over 26 years.2

Career Progression

Karen's career at United Group has been marked by significant growth and responsibility:

1. She started as a Project Coordinator at United Development Corp.2
2. Over time, she held various positions ranging from administration to property management.1
3. She eventually rose to her current role as Vice President of Development Services.1

Responsibilities and Achievements

As Vice President of Development Services, Karen:

• Serves as a senior member of the management team.1
• Is an integral part of the development and finance division.1
• Represents the development and finance division in development-related activities for new business.1
• Ensures internal systems and guidelines are executed to optimize team effectiveness.1
• Oversees due diligence efforts for loan applications and refinancing.1
• Facilitates and expedites loan closings to meet banking requirements.1

Throughout her tenure, Karen has:

• Participated in the development and management of over 6,500 apartments.1
• Been involved in financing more than $775 million of real estate-related transactions, including taxable and tax-exempt structures and conventional mortgages.1

Education

Karen holds an Associate of Applied Science degree from Endicott College.1

Additional Information

Karen is a native of Troy, New York, where United Group of Companies is based.5 Her long-standing career with the company demonstrates her dedication and expertise in the field of real estate development and management.