Project management and owner’s representation firm LCK has confirmed that Dale Stigamier has officially assumed executive leadership of the company. The announcement follows the news that Mickey Layden is stepping back from her position as Chief Executive Officer. Layden has spent 32 years developing LCK into a prominent firm within the Southeast property market. She will now move into the role of Founder and Chair Emeritus.

In her new capacity, Layden will remain involved with business development and maintain relationships with key clients. Reflecting on the change, Layden said: “Dale is a proven leader with a deep understanding of our clients, our people, and the responsibility that comes with stewarding this firm forward. I am incredibly proud of what we’ve built together and fully confident in Dale’s leadership as LCK enters its next chapter.”

Stigamier has over 27 years of experience in construction and commercial real estate development. He has spent the last nine years at LCK helping to refine operational standards and strengthen the firm’s platform. He holds a degree in Finance and Real Estate from the University of Cincinnati. Stigamier commented on his new appointment: “It is an honor to lead LCK and to build upon the strong foundation Mickey established over the past three decades. Our focus remains on delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients, supporting our team, and continuing the disciplined growth that defines LCK.”

LCK operates as the project management affiliate of Colliers South Carolina. By the end of 2025, the firm was managing more than $1.3 billion in active development and construction projects. The team includes 19 project management specialists supported by a dedicated operations staff. David Feild, President and CEO of Colliers South Carolina, noted the importance of the firm within their wider platform. “LCK has long been a critical part of our full-service platform at Colliers. Mickey built an exceptional company rooted in integrity, expertise, and client stewardship. As President and executive leader of LCK, Dale will continue to strengthen the partnership between our firms while delivering the high level of service our clients expect,” he said.

Prior to her time at LCK, Layden joined Colliers International of South Carolina in 1986. She previously served as Executive Vice President where she managed both LCK and the real estate management division. Stigamier’s background includes work across various sectors such as medical, industrial and urban infill projects. He has also been active with Leadership Charleston and the Columbia Planning Commission.