About Us

Meet the Team

At Park we are here to provide concierge property management. Our team is committed to quality, customer satisfaction and compliance. Your property is supported by a team, not just one broker, fully backed with the best vendors in the industry.

Locally owned and operated, we contribute to the community through volunteer and civic memberships. We are members of NARPM (National Association of Residential Property Management) and stay informed on the latest property management industry requirements as well as state and local initiatives. From maintenance to accounting, leasing and marketing Park Real Estate Management has you covered.

When you choose Park, you know that you have a leading, experienced partner on your side to manage your investment. If you are not satisfied, we won't stop until you are!

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Nicole Galiger Owner, Broker in Charge

Nicole Galiger is the owner and Broker in Charge of Park Real Estate Management. Working in property management is an adventure and she would not have it any other way! Her real estate career began in 2015, when she felt the pull towards working with investors and rentals she made the transition to property management. As a former teacher, Nicole is accustomed to juggling many tasks at once and works energetically to help solve problems to ensure both tenants and property owners are at peace.

Outside of work, you will find Nicole hiking around the state, visiting her second favorite place of Asheville (where she has a short term rental), listening to podcasts or reading personal development books. She believes learning is a lifelong journey. Every year she works to complete either a new business certification or course.

As a proud parent of three sons, two UNC (Charlotte and Chapel Hill) students and one UNC-Chapel Hill graduate she knows the college scene and area. She has been in the community for over 15 years.

Nicole loves to attend sporting events and visit with her friends at the nearest coffee shop. If you’d like to connect over a cup of coffee please send us your favorite spot!

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Kaylin Maxwell Assistant Property Manager

A Licensed Real Estate Broker since 2022, Kaylin Maxwell has developed strong skills in communication, organization, and problem-solving—experience she now brings to serving residents, supporting property owners, and ensuring seamless day-to-day property operations. Her real estate background includes working closely with first-time homebuyers, investors, portfolio clients, and renters, giving her a well-rounded understanding of the housing lifecycle and the diverse needs of those navigating it. Kaylin’s educational foundation in Business Management and Real Estate further enables her to approach property management with both strategic insight and a service-focused mindset.

Driven by a passion for helping others feel confident and supported throughout their housing journey, Kaylin is known for her professionalism, clear communication, and commitment to delivering organized, solutions-oriented experiences for residents and property teams alike.

Born and raised in North Carolina, she believes in treating every interaction with courtesy, care, and a touch of southern hospitality. Outside of work, Kaylin enjoys collecting unique perfumes, photographing sunsets, searching for seashells along the coast, and playing video games with her kids, Kru and Cyn.

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Angie "Gigi" Stephenson Property Manager

With a decade of experience spanning North Carolina and Virginia, Gigi brings a deep understanding of real estate and property management from both corporate and entrepreneurial perspectives. She previously held licensure in both states, serving as Lead Property Manager for one of the largest property management firms in Cumberland County, NC, and later working with a prominent real estate agency and developer in Virginia.

Gigi remains active in the industry as the owner and operator of two successful short-term rental properties- one in Snowshoe, WV, and the other in Ocean Isle Beach, NC- where she manages everything from guest experience to maintenance oversight!

Beyond real estate, Gigi is a micro-influencer who helped grow a network of over 60,000 in North Carolina’s Triangle region and has been a recognized connector in the local networking community for more than 10 years. This uniquely positions her to market properties effectively, nurture vendor relationships, and bring a people-first approach to property management.

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Tara Lacara Finance Manager

Tara credits her family's real estate business for sparking her passion for finance at a young age. Now a Finance Manager with decades of accounting experience across law, education, and property management, she balances her professional life with a love of travel and a family she's incredibly proud of.

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Simon Morgan Leasing and Operations Associate

Simon Morgan grew up in Chapel Hill and has a real connection to the community he now serves as a North Carolina real estate broker. Being local gives him a genuine understanding of the area and its people. It’s home, not just a market.

He’s known for being approachable and straightforward. Simon believes real estate should feel comfortable, not pressured, so he focuses on keeping conversations honest, simple, and centered around what matters most to each person. For him, it’s always about building real relationships, not just completing a transaction.

With a background in business and a strong drive to improve, Simon brings energy, reliability, and a fresh perspective to everything he does.

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Alex James Portfolio Manager & Operations Support

Alex brings a rare combination of operational precision and people-first instincts to property management. With a background spanning project management, instructional design, and more than 15 years in hospitality and client services, she has spent her career building systems, supporting teams, and delivering consistent, high-quality experiences for the people she serves.

A graduate of Appalachian State University with both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Science in Biology, Alex has always been drawn to complex problems and the satisfaction of solving them well. She is currently pursuing her North Carolina real estate license, deepening her commitment to this field and the communities she works in.

Alex is known for her attention to detail, clear communication, and ability to jump in, figure things out, and follow through. She believes that great property management, like great hospitality, comes down to one thing: making people feel taken care of.

Outside of work, you'll find Alex with her dogs, tracking down good coffee, catching live music, or somewhere between the mountains and the coast. A self-described nomad and Army brat, she has called North Carolina home for most of her life and wouldn't have it any other way.