Crew Enterprises CEO Blake Wettengel Redefines Real Estate Investment Through Technology and Resident Experience
Company Manages Half a Billion Dollars in Assets with Innovative Approach to Student Housing and Multifamily Properties
UNITED STATES – Crew Enterprises, a forward-thinking real estate investment company, is transforming the landscape of property ownership and management under the leadership of founder and CEO Blake Wettengel. With $500 million in assets under management, the company is setting new standards in the industry by seamlessly integrating cutting-edge technology with proven investment principles to deliver superior returns and enhanced living experiences.
Wettengel’s vision for Crew Enterprises centers on evolution rather than competition with emerging technologies. “Our purpose is to manage and oversee investments in a client-focused, modern, and tech-driven way—blending proven underwriting principles with innovative operational tools to deliver stronger returns and a better experience for our residents and partners,” Wettengel explains. This philosophy has positioned Crew Enterprises as a leader in reimagining how properties are owned, operated, and experienced.
A Unique Path to Real Estate Leadership
Blake Wettengel’s journey to founding Crew Enterprises is marked by diverse expertise and strategic vision. After earning his Juris Doctorate from the UCLA School of Law in 2005, Wettengel spent a decade as a real estate transactional and corporate attorney at a prestigious southern California law firm. “I preferred making deals instead of breaking deals apart,” he reflects, highlighting his entrepreneurial drive even during his legal career.
His transition from external counsel to in-house attorney at a real estate investment company provided invaluable experience beyond the legal realm. This multifaceted background ultimately equipped Wettengel with the comprehensive knowledge needed to launch his own venture focused exclusively on student housing—a niche that combines his professional acumen with his passion for connecting with the next generation.
Student Housing: Where Innovation Meets Community
Today, Crew Enterprises operates seven strategically located student housing and multifamily properties across the United States. Wettengel’s dedication to the student housing sector stems from more than just financial opportunity. “Student housing keeps me connected to the energy and optimism of the rising generation—the excitement of college life, athletics, and the pivotal decisions students are making about their futures,” he shares. “I love the creativity involved in building communities for them, from marketing to amenities to the overall lifestyle experience.”
This passion translates into tangible innovation. Crew Enterprises has distinguished itself by implementing advanced technologies that meet the high expectations of college students and modern renters. The company’s properties feature website AI integration, secure phone access systems, interactive televisions, and high-tech package lockers—amenities that enhance daily living while demonstrating the company’s commitment to staying ahead of technological trends.
Technology-Driven Operations with Investor-Centric Focus
What sets Crew Enterprises apart is its dual commitment to both residents and investors. “We created Crew to focus on the experiential side of real estate investment and the ever-evolving technology behind operations and asset management,” Wettengel explains. This approach recognizes that superior resident experiences directly contribute to favorable investment returns.
The company’s investor-centric philosophy involves identifying each investor’s unique goals and objectives, then crafting customized strategies to achieve them. By combining Wettengel’s extensive legal and business expertise with a high-caliber team, Crew Enterprises delivers portfolios that reflect both financial sophistication and operational excellence.
Expanding Portfolio and Future Vision
While student housing remains Crew’s primary focus, the company has strategically expanded to include multifamily properties in its portfolio. This diversification allows Crew to leverage its technological and operational expertise across multiple real estate sectors while continuing to provide investors with attractive returns.
As Crew Enterprises continues to grow, Wettengel remains committed to his founding principles: embracing innovation, enhancing resident experiences, and delivering results for investors. In an industry often resistant to change, Crew Enterprises stands as a model for how traditional real estate investment can evolve to meet the demands of a digital age.
About Crew Enterprises
Crew Enterprises is a real estate investment company specializing in student housing and multifamily properties. With $500 million in assets under management and seven properties strategically located throughout the United States, Crew combines proven underwriting principles with innovative technology to deliver superior returns for investors and exceptional living experiences for residents. Founded by Blake Wettengel, a UCLA School of Law graduate with extensive experience as a real estate attorney and investment professional, Crew Enterprises represents the future of property ownership and management.
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