With an average of 25+ years of investment experience, Dilweg’s principals have refined their skills in creating value for investors throughout various economic cycles. Each has broad experience in sourcing, screening, structuring, and operating real estate assets.
Team
Our Leadership
Anthony Dilweg
CEO/Founder
(30+ years)
Anthony Dilweg
CEO/Founder
(Industry Experience: 30+ years)
(Industry Experience: 30+ years)
Anthony founded the firm in 1999 and is a partner in various firm-owned real estate partnerships. He oversees acquisition, enhancement, and disposition strategies for all firm-owned assets through his guidance of the Investment Committee and steers the strategic direction of the firm as a member of the Leadership Committee. Anthony graduated from Duke University in 1989 and spent 3 years as a quarterback in the NFL before entering the commercial real estate business as a broker in 1993.
Zach Ashton
Partner & Chief Acquisitions Officer
(30+ years)
Zach Ashton
Partner & Chief Acquisitions Officer
(Industry Experience: 30+ years)
(Industry Experience: 30+ years)
Zach joined Dilweg in 2004 and is responsible for identifying investment opportunities in the Raleigh, Durham, Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa and Nashville markets. He also analyzes market dynamics to provide Sell/Hold recommendations on the existing portfolio. Before coming to Dilweg, Zach served for more than seven years as a Vice President and Partner with the local affiliate of one of the top national commercial real estate firms. Zach graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a B.S. in Business Administration.
Drew Cunningham
Partner & Chief Operating Officer
(30+ years)
Drew Cunningham
Partner & Chief Operating Officer
(Industry Experience: 30+ years)
(Industry Experience: 30+ years)
Drew joined Dilweg in 2016 and is responsible for providing corporate policy and strategic direction, implementing operating plans, and overseeing the Asset Enhancement team. He serves on the Leadership Committee and the Investment Committee. He previously served as Senior Vice President and Head of Real Estate Operations at Columbia Property Trust, a public REIT, where he directed the annual operating performance of assets in a $5 billion national portfolio. In 2002, Drew founded Parthenon Realty, LLC, an owner/operator of a $1 billion portfolio partnered with Apollo Real Estate Advisors. He started his commercial real estate career in 1989 with Crocker & Company in Boca Raton, Florida, where he rose to Senior Vice President & Partner. He received a B.S. in Business Administration from Villanova University and an MBA in Real Estate Development/Management from Nova University. Drew is in the Villanova University Sports Hall of Fame for Lacrosse.
Amanda Kay Scarborough, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
(15+ years)
Amanda Kay Scarborough, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
(Industry Experience: 15+ years)
(Industry Experience: 15+ years)
Mandy joined Dilweg in 2013 and leads the team responsible for finance, accounting, tax preparation and compliance for the company and its diverse portfolio. She serves on the Leadership Committee and the Investment Committee. Mandy is a Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience in both real estate and public accounting. Mandy graduated with both a B.S. in Business Administration and an M.S. in Accounting from East Carolina University.
Managing Directors
Jerry Banks
Managing Director – Asset Enhancement
(20+ years)
Jerry Banks
Managing Director – Asset Enhancement
(Industry Experience: 20+ years)
(Industry Experience: 20+ years)
Jerry joined Dilweg in 2015 and oversees commercial property management, leasing, and asset enhancement for the Atlanta portfolio. Prior to joining the firm, Jerry served as Vice President of Asset Management for Columbia Property Trust in Atlanta. He has executed nearly 150 leases, covering 3.2 million square feet, with 17 different leasing teams in 11 markets. He holds a CPA designation from the Ohio State Board of Public Accountancy and received a B.S. in Accounting and Finance from Wright State University.
Kelsey Reside
Managing Director – Asset Enhancement
(15+ years)
Kelsey Reside
Managing Director – Asset Enhancement
(Industry Experience: 15+ years)
(Industry Experience: 15+ years)
Kelsey joined Dilweg in 2011 and is responsible for directing the financial performance of real estate assets in the Raleigh-Durham and Charlotte portfolios. Before joining Dilweg’s Asset Enhancement team in 2016, Kelsey served as the Senior Acquisitions Analyst and was involved in nearly $1 billion in transactions. She earned a B.S. in Finance and B.A. in Public Relations from North Carolina State University and an MBA from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School.
Kelly Kirwan
Managing Director – Property Management
(20+ years)
Kelly Kirwan
Managing Director – Property Management
(Industry Experience: 20+ years)
(Industry Experience: 20+ years)
Kelly joined Dilweg in 2015 and is responsible for leading the property management department. She brings more than 20 years of property management experience to the position and is a LEED AP and RPA. Kelly obtained her B.A. from Goucher College and MBA from the University of Phoenix.
Blaire Watford Sipes
Managing Director – Investment Relations
(10+ years)
Blaire Watford Sipes
Managing Director – Investment Relations
(Industry Experience: 10+ years)
(Industry Experience: 10+ years)
Blaire joined Dilweg in 2020 and is responsible for providing best-in-class service to our investors, as well as managing all investor reporting, communications, and service requests. Previously, Blaire was an Associate Director at Lincoln Financial in the Commercial Real Estate department. She completed two years in the Leadership Preparation Program at Lincoln before joining the debt production team in 2016. Blaire graduated with honors, with a double major in mathematics and math education, from East Carolina University, where she also received her MBA.
Wil Garner
Managing Director – Construction
(20+ years)
Wil Garner
Managing Director – Construction
(Industry Experience: 20+ years)
(Industry Experience: 20+ years)
Wil joined Dilweg in 2014 and oversees the construction management department. He is responsible for the execution of TI and Cap Ex projects across the portfolio, and over the past ten years has managed more than $230 million in construction. Wil is a PMP-certified construction manager with significant experience in commercial real estate, construction, and people management. He received an MBA from the Tippie School of Management at The University of Iowa and a B.S. in Construction Management from East Carolina University.
Bryan Johnson
Managing Director – Finance
(10+ years)
Bryan Johnson
Managing Director – Finance
(Industry Experience: 10+ years)
(Industry Experience: 10+ years)
Bryan joined Dilweg in 2019 is responsible for overseeing acquisition underwriting and Argus modeling, managing lender relationships, leading debt placement and refinancing efforts, and driving portfolio cash flow. Bryan also serves on Dilweg’s Investment Committee. Prior to joining Dilweg, Bryan was Assistant Vice President at Armada Analytics. He received his B.A. from University of Georgia and his MBA from The University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Andrew Lucas
Managing Director – Capital Markets
(15+ years)
Andrew Lucas
Managing Director – Capital Markets
(Industry Experience: 15+ years)
(Industry Experience: 15+ years)
Andrew joined Dilweg in 2026 and brings more than 15 years of experience in capital markets and investor relations. He focuses on capital formation, investor relationships, and strategic communications across the firm’s investment platform. Prior to Dilweg, Andrew served as Managing Director of Capital Markets at Trion Properties, where he led capital raising and investor relations. Earlier in his career, he was a Vice President at Wilshire Finance Partners, helping launch and grow two real estate debt funds. His experience spans a broad investor base, including high‑net‑worth individuals, family offices, and domestic and international institutions, and has contributed to more than $1.5 billion in real estate capital formation. Andrew holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MBA from the University of Baltimore.
Directors
Stephanie Taber
Director, Finance & Investor Relations
(5+ years)
Stephanie Taber
Director, Finance & Investor Relations
(Industry Experience: 5+ years)
(Industry Experience: 5+ years)
Stephanie Taber serves as Director of Finance & Investor Relations at Dilweg, where she supports the firm’s financial operations and investor communications across the portfolio. In this role, Stephanie works closely with leadership to provide clear, timely financial reporting and to help ensure a strong, transparent investor experience. Stephanie joined Dilweg early in her career and has grown alongside the organization, bringing a thoughtful, analytical approach to financial management and investor support. She holds a bachelor’s degree from North Carolina State University and is based in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Adam Revels
Director – Facilities
(15+ years)
Adam Revels
Director – Facilities
(Industry Experience: 15+ years)
(Industry Experience: 15+ years)
Adam Revels is Director of Facilities at Dilweg, overseeing facilities operations across the company’s portfolio to ensure properties are maintained at the highest standard. With more than a decade of experience at Dilweg, Adam brings deep technical expertise and a hands‑on understanding of building systems and long‑term asset care. Adam began his career with Dilweg in facilities operations and has advanced through increasing responsibility, reflecting his commitment to operational efficiency and proactive maintenance. He holds an associate degree in HVAC from Johnston Community College and is based in the Raleigh‑Durham area.
Stephani LaMantia
Director – Executive Operations
(25+ years)
Stephani LaMantia
Director – Executive Operations
(Industry Experience: 25+ years)
(Industry Experience: 25+ years)
Stephani joined Dilweg in 2021 and works closely with executive leadership to drive operational excellence and execute strategic initiatives across the firm. With over 25 years of experience, she is known for managing complex priorities, strengthening organizational effectiveness, and delivering high-level initiatives with precision and discretion. In her role, Stephani provides cross-functional leadership, contributing to firm-wide operations and ongoing process improvement. She has a background in Business Management and Administration from Southern Nazarene University.