D
on Wenner's childhood, marked by over 20 moves before finishing elementary school, instilled in him a sense of purpose rather than hardship. As the founder and CEO of DLP Capital, one of the fastest-growing private real estate investment firms in the U.S., Wenner has built his company on a deep understanding of the struggles he faced growing up without stable, affordable housing. Raised by teenage parents in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley, Wenner's early years were defined by financial uncertainty and the absence of a permanent home.

    Today, DLP Capital manages $5 billion in assets and is driven by a humanitarian mission: creating thriving communities through attainable housing. This month, Wenner received the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Florida Award from Ernst & Young, and he'll be a finalist for the national title in November. A pivotal moment in his career came when he helped a woman find a home after renting for over 20 years; she had one condition: no stairs. Wenner not only found her a suitable home but also helped her move in, cementing his understanding of real estate as a force for good.

    Wenner's entrepreneurial spirit emerged early, with him selling donuts door-to-door in elementary school and launching a residential real estate business at 22. He faced skepticism when entering a renowned firm as a young agent, but he persevered, hiring a driver to make more calls between showings. This commitment to hard work is reflected in DLP Capital's core value: the 20-Mile March, or steady, relentless progress.

    Under Wenner's leadership, DLP Capital has evolved from a real estate brokerage into a multifaceted investment firm with a nonprofit foundation and a bank. His proprietary Elite Execution System (EES) has been adopted by companies nationwide, and he's written bestselling books on building elite organizations and careers. Now based in St. Augustine, FL, Wenner is focused on eradicating homelessness in the Jacksonville region.

    For Wenner, success isn't measured by transactions or awards but by lives changed and communities built. His family, including his wife, three sons, and parents, are all part of the DLP journey, which he sees as a mission-driven movement rather than just business.