Our Team
Blake Wettengel
Chief Executive Officer
As Chief Executive Officer of Book and Ladder and its related entities, Blake Wettengel is responsible for the creation of a firm that is now recognized nationally as a leading real estate operating company that has acquired, managed, and/or developed well in excess of $1 billion in real estate investments with properties across the country. Under Mr. Wettengel’s leadership, his firms have received multiple awards including a ranking in the Inc. 500, recognizing the fastest growing companies in the country.
Mr. Wettengel holds a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He practiced law from 2005 to 2015, specializing in real estate and corporate transactions and related tax and securities matters. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree with honors from Brigham Young University.
Tanya Muro
Chief Operating Officer
Tanya Muro is Chief Operating Officer of Book and Ladder and its related entities. With over 20 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry, Mrs. Muro has closed more than $2 billion in real estate equity, beneficial interests, LLC/LP interests, land development and oil and gas transactions, including the country’s first tenant in common acquisition.
Mrs. Muro has managed over 3,500 investors while heading Business Development at multiple firms, including Nelson Brothers Professional Real Estate, which was ranked in the Inc. 500 as one of the fastest growing real estate companies in the country. Mrs. Muro has broad knowledge of regulatory bodies, including NASD, FINRA and the SEC and holds a B.A. from Loyola Marymount University.
Dillon Deffense
President
Sabrina Ulicny
Executive Vice President
Sabrina Ulicny is the Executive Vice President at Book & Ladder, a national property management company that oversees more than 25 properties, including more than 10,000 beds and 4,000 units, specializing in both multifamily and student housing communities. With nearly a decade of experience in real estate, Sabrina combines a strong background in business management and operations with a commitment to driving professional excellence and maintaining the company’s culture of integrity.
Since joining the industry in 2014, Sabrina has developed a deep understanding of property management, leveraging sharp business analysis and strategic leadership to optimize operations across Book & Ladder’s growing portfolio. Her focus on delivering results and fostering team success has contributed to the company’s continued growth and long-term stability. Sabrina ensures that every property under management works towards improving each year, providing operational efficiency and opportunities for sustained success.
Steve Donahoo
Vice President of Facilities Management
Steve brings with him a wealth of experience in Facilities Management with in-depth knowledge and a thorough understanding of today’s living-space agility. Complemented with a diverse Construction Development background ranging from the Motion Picture industry as a Construction Coordinator and Propmaker to managing large multi-family development projects. Most recently, Steve was the Director of Facilities for DealerSocket, an Automotive SaaS company where he was responsible for the global facilities footprint, including real estate, design, construction, and operations.
As VP of Facilities Management at Book and Ladder, Steve will provide operational oversight and maintenance of all facilities with a primary focus on creating functional, efficient living environments as the company continues to expand its presence in the student housing market.
