Board Member Spotlight
Ryan Koehler ’16
Ryan Koehler is a Vice President of Loan Originations at NewPoint Real Estate Capital, a multifamily mortgage banking firm, based in the company’s Chevy Chase office. Prior to joining NewPoint in February 2022, Mr. Koehler spent the previous five years at Freddie Mac Multifamily. In June 2020, Mr. Koehler founded FishHawk Capital, a commercial real estate investment company focused on acquiring, repositioning, and operating investment properties throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast United States. To date the company has acquired four assets valued at $21,500,000 in North Carolina and South Carolina including their most recent purchase of Plaza One 89, a 42 bed / 2 retail property across from Historic Riggs Field at Clemson University.
Ryan Koehler holds both a Bachelor’s in Landscape Architecture and a Minor in Financial Management from Clemson University and a Master’s in Real Estate from Georgetown University. Ryan and his wife Megan reside in North Bethesda, MD and have lived in the DMV since graduation in 2016. They have known each other since they started going to school together in 2nd Grade in Pennsylvania and started dating when they were 17 years old. On August 23, 2023 they welcomed a baby girl, Addison Ryan, to the family. Ryan is a diehard Clemson sports fan and has 14 season tickets to Clemson Football games that he got in 2018 by becoming a Heisman donor. In 2018 Ryan attended 14 of Clemson’s 15 games, a personal record for a season including travelling to 8 states. Ryan was the first person in his family to attend Clemson University. Following Ryan, supporting the Tigers became a family affair and Ryan was followed by his brother Chris (2018 graduate) and sister Elizabeth (2021 graduate) as Clemson alumni.
Upcoming Events
See AllFootball Watching Parties vs Charleston Southern
Football Watching Parties vs Charleston Southern
October 17
All day
Come out to cheer on our Tigers with fellow local alumni, parents, and fans. Everyone is welcome – whether you’re a die-hard fan or just want to be part of the Clemson spirit. We’ll be getting together all season long at the locations listed below to watch the games, celebrate the touchdowns, and enjoy food and drink specials exclusively for our group. It’s the perfect way to connect with fellow Tigers and bring a little orange and purple Death Valley spirit to game day!
2026 Game Watch Locations
- Arlington, VA – Astro Beer Hall (Shirlington Village)
- Bethesda, MD – BT’s
- DC – Problem Child (Navy Yard)
Don’t forget to check in when you arrive each week at the parties, and we’ll make an Annual Fund donation in your name from the Club. We’re always looking for more Tigers to help host these great events. Want to volunteer for a game or two? Contact beth@clemsonclub.org.
Clemson Fall Fest at Brookeville Beer Farm
Clemson Fall Fest at Brookeville Beer Farm
October 18
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2:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Join the Baltimore/DC Clemson Club for an afternoon of Clemson camaraderie, craft beer, and all things fall at Brookeville Beer Farm. The afternoon includes:
- Flight tasting with the brewmaster – sip, sample, and learn what makes Brookeville’s brews so special (a $16 value, so you ticket more than pays for itself!)
- Cornhole tournament – bring your A-game and compete for prizes
- Handmade brick oven pizza, beer, pumpkins, apples & jams – all your delicious fall favorites will be available for purchase (with a special 10% discount for our group!)
The Beer Farm is dog friendly, so bring your four-legged friends, too.
Tickets are just $9 for Club Members (max of 4) and $24 for Non-Members. Children 12 & under are free. Plus members can bring a friend for free (use the BOGO option)!
Whether you’re a Clemson alum, friend, family or just looking for a fun fall afternoon, come out and enjoy some orange-and-purple spirit.
Not yet a Club member? Join here and then register at the member rate. Questions? Contact rachael@clemsonclub.org.
CU@Home - Clemson LIFE
CU@Home - Clemson LIFE
October 28
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12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
Join us for a special CU@Home on Wednesday, October 28, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. as we take an inside look at one of Clemson’s most inspiring programs — Clemson LIFE (Learning is for Everyone).
Clemson LIFE gives young adults with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to experience college life as part of the Clemson Family while building skills for independent living, employment and a fulfilling future. Executive Director Joe Ryan will introduce us to the program and share how Clemson LIFE is making a difference both on campus and beyond. We’ll also hear directly from a current Clemson LIFE student and an instructor, who will share their experiences and offer a personal look at the friendships, growth and sense of belonging that make the program so special.
Football Thursday Lunch - November
Football Thursday Lunch - November
November 5
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12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
Join us for a special lunchtime discussion all about Clemson Football with guest speaker TBD.
If you join us in person, lunch will be provided. Club members may register themselves at the member price plus one guest at the member price. $10 for Club members, $25 for non-members.
Not a Club member? Join today!
