Jacquel Hajder is the Director of Development (Southeast) at Doran Companies, with over 11 years of experience in real estate and economic development. In her role, she oversees Doran’s local multifamily project pipeline and growing land development and build-for-rent portfolio in the Carolinas, where she manages four sites ranging from 100 to nearly 300 acres. Her responsibilities include land acquisition, entitlements, construction oversight, and fostering key relationships with home builders, partners, investors, and financial institutions.

Jacquel holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate Development from the University of St. Thomas and is a Silver Flight Member of the Urban Land Institute (ULI). She is also a member of the Economic Development Association of Minnesota (EDAM) and the Central Minnesota Development Corporation (CMDC). Among her recent achievements is The Laker Apartments, recognized as a 2024 MADACS award-winning development for Best New Development (Market Rate) and one of Finance & Commerce’s Top Projects in 2023.

Known for her comprehensive approach and expertise across multifamily, land development, and economic development, Jacquel is a respected leader and a key player in her field.