Team Swearingen
Everything you need all in one place.
Our mission is to create compelling development stories, in collaboration with our clients, that resonate with all stakeholders.
MISSION
We are working towards a future where intentionality, continuity of resources, and empathy are not the exception, but rather the foundation of real estate development and our legacy.
VISION
There is power in collaboration; knowing when your expertise stops and another’s begins.
You build trust with a genuine connection to people by being consistent in how you support them.
A natural curiosity and desire to learn are key to innovation and a business’ success.
Storytelling is a powerful tool used to compel stakeholders and should be thoughtfully executed.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
UPCOMING EVENTS
Team directory
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Antoine Adou
Program Manager, Finance
Location: Denver, CO
Time zone: MountainProfessional bio: Antoine joined SwDP as a Program Manager, Finance in August 2026. He leads all aspects of finance, including financial modeling, investment analysis & strategy, and economic development research, both internally and for our clients externally. He brings over 5 years of real estate experience and is a proud Carolina graduate. Go Heels!
Personal bio: “Being in nature is at the core of who I am,” said Antoine. When away from my desk, you’ll find me in the Rockies enjoying small mountain-town road trips, cooking new dishes while enjoying nice conversations, sitting by a campfire, or pushing my mind and body to learn new BJJ techniques.
Currently obsessed with: Huckberry Dirt is my favorite adventure show. Thai Curry is my favorite food. Currently reading The Old Way of Seeing by Jonathan Hale (reminiscing about old architecture and how we've lost its magic).
Hidden talent: Cooking
Rec for the team: Strawberry Hot Springs (Steamboat Springs, CO)
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Becca (Bad Ass) Dickenson
Chief Development Officer
Location: Denver, CO
Time zone: MountainProfessional bio: 11+ years delivering 8+ MSF and $1.5B across data center, industrial, healthcare, hospitality, and sports and entertainment. Leads predevelopment due diligence, permitting and entitlement, pre‑construction, construction management, and project operations. BS Construction Engineering & Management; LEED Green Associate.
Personal bio: I'm originally from Chicago, have two daughters, two pups, and a wonderful husband! I love to travel, cook new meals, bake, hike, yoga, and snuggle up with my family with a good movie.
Currently obsessed with: Baking chocolate chip cookies 🍪
Hidden talent: I use to teach yoga, all types from yin and restorative to power and sculpt!
Rec for the team: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown
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Blake Johnson
Senior Program Manager
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Time zone: CentralProfessional bio: Blake is a project development professional with more than 7 years of experience leading early-stage due diligence, feasibility assessments, agency coordination, and project management. With a background in GIS, land title, and clean energy infrastructure development, he supports the advancement of complex infrastructure and mission critical projects.
Personal bio: Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, golfing, and cooking for my family and friends. As a husband and father, I value strong relationships and time with loved ones, and I balance my hobbies between tending to my ever-growing collection of houseplants and a healthy obsession with fantasy football.
Currently obsessed with: Improving my golf game
Hidden talent: I’m rather proficient at braiding hair
Rec for the team: Add more fiber to your diet
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Karl Holland
Client Services Manager
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Jaya Dixon
Financial Analyst
Team directory
Antoine Adou
Location: Denver, CO
Time zone: Mountain
Professional bio: Antoine joined SwDP as a Program Manager, Finance in August 2026. He leads all aspects of finance, including financial modeling, investment analysis & strategy, and economic development research, both internally and for our clients externally. He brings over 5 years of real estate experience and is a proud Carolina graduate. Go Heels!
Personal bio: “Being in nature is at the core of who I am,” said Antoine. When away from my desk, you’ll find me in the Rockies enjoying small mountain-town road trips, cooking new dishes while enjoying nice conversations, sitting by a campfire, or pushing my mind and body to learn new BJJ techniques.
Currently obsessed with: Huckberry Dirt is my favorite adventure show. Thai Curry is my favorite food. Currently reading The Old Way of Seeing by Jonathan Hale (reminiscing about old architecture and how we've lost its magic).
Hidden talent: Cooking
Rec for the team: Strawberry Hot Springs (Steamboat Springs, CO)
Program Manager, Finance
Emmett Marsh
We trust this leader to synchronize production, logistics, and support functions, cultivating dependable processes that uphold our service commitments.
Head of Operations
Lead EngineerEleanor Parks
We depend on this engineer to transform conceptual requirements into robust technical solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructures.
Client Services ManagerKarl Holland
We empower this manager to maintain proactive client dialogue, demonstrating our accountability while anticipating emerging needs with tailored solutions.
FAQS
PAY & BENEFITS
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The 25th of every month. If the 25th falls on a holiday, payday moves to the 24th or 23rd
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All of this lives in BambooHR.
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From your first day of employment.
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During your onboarding session, you'll set up and enroll in benefits through Employee Navigator, where you can also manage any future updates. Your physical insurance card will arrive within two weeks — or you can download the UHC app for a digital card that gives you access right away.
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Reach out to the HR team. Heads up that 401(k) and employer match details are still being finalized — more information to come.
TIME OFF & SCHEDULE
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Request PTO and check your balance in BambooHR. You accrue 10 hours of PTO per month (120 hours annually) and 3.83 hours of sick leave per month. Depending on compliance requirements, hours do not roll over at the end of the year — it's a use-or-lose policy.
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Swearingen observes all federal holidays. The company is also closed from December 24 through January 1 each year.
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We recommend a soft baseline of 8am–4pm in your local time zone. We prioritize flexibility so you can handle appointments, school drop-offs, and other personal commitments — just be mindful of meetings and deadlines as you build out your schedule.
TEAM & GROWTH
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Start with your manager or hiring manager — they'll help set expectations, goals, and ease you into the role. If your manager is unavailable, reach out to team leaders or senior employees for support.
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Performance reviews happen once a year, about a month before your work anniversary.
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There are always opportunities to grow. Promotions are based on performance, workload, and company needs. We encourage you to share your goals with your manager so you can work toward them together.
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Yes, we hold a company All Hands each quarter. Attendance is required.
HR & SUPPORT
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Contact your manager or the HR team.
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IT support is handled by Compass MSP. Reach them at Help@compassmsp.com or 1-866-575-9512.
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Work with Accounting and Samantha for travel or company expenses.