Chris Meyer, Cfa
About Chris Meyer, Cfa
Chris Meyer, CFA, serves as the Senior Vice President of Finance at Preferred Apartment Communities in Atlanta, Georgia, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in finance, including a significant role in a $5.8 billion merger and previous positions at Prudential Mortgage Capital Company and The Beck Group.
Work at Preferred Apartment Communities
Chris Meyer has been serving as the Senior Vice President of Finance at Preferred Apartment Communities since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial strategies and operations within the organization. Prior to this position, he held the role of Vice President of Finance from 2019 to 2021, where he contributed to the financial management of the company. He also worked as an Associate in Finance from 2016 to 2018, gaining valuable experience in the company's financial processes.
Education and Expertise
Chris Meyer earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Real Estate and Finance from The University of Georgia, completing his studies from 2007 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation in finance and real estate, which he applies in his current role. His expertise is further demonstrated through his involvement in significant financial transactions and strategic initiatives.
Background
Chris Meyer began his career with internships at various organizations, including The Beck Group in 2009 and Prudential Mortgage Capital Company in 2011. He also interned at RaceTrac Petroleum in 2010. These early experiences helped him develop a solid understanding of the finance and real estate sectors. His progression within Preferred Apartment Communities showcases his dedication and growth in the finance field.
Achievements
During his tenure at Preferred Apartment Communities, Chris Meyer played a key role in the financial execution of a $5.8 billion merger with Blackstone's non-traded Real Estate Income Trust (BREIT). He has also managed complex financial processes, including serving the CEO and CFO throughout quarterly earnings processes, which involved script reviews, earnings calls, and board meetings. Additionally, he successfully disposed of a strategic office portfolio transaction to Highwoods Properties, Inc.