Our Team

Real estate is about relationships and local market knowledge. Our senior advisory team is comprised of experts with stellar market reputations and relationships in the Northern Virginia and Washington DC regions.

Leadership

Jessica Miller  Founder, President and CEO

As a business strategist, author, and speaker, Jessica Miller is on a mission to rethink commercial real estate processes, redefine and realign how commercial real estate brokers are compensated and reimagine what is possible for clients. As the founder and CEO of Rock Spring Real Estate Solutions, Jessica works with organizations to reframe their commercial real estate portfolios, optimize inclusive workforces, and overcome workplace challenges by developing solutions with immediate impact.

Jessica is a commercial real estate portfolio advisor with over 22 years at large public and private full service real estate firms, including most recently serving as Managing Director and East Coast DEI Advisory Program Regional Director at Cushman & Wakefield. She is a Licensed Real Estate Broker in Virginia and Washington, DC and has leased over 10 million SF of commercial real estate leases and sales.

Jessica is the co-author of A Woman’s Guide to Successful Negotiating and has appeared as a guest in numerous media outlets including MSNBC’s Economy Watch, ABC NOW, CNN, CNN-FN, NPR, PBS and Bloomberg News.

Recent Awards & Accolades:

  • 2023 Washington Business Journal’s Women Who Mean Business
  • 2023 BISNOW DMV CRE Female Innovator of the Year
  • CoreNet Mid-Atlantic 2022 Partner of the Year
  • Master of Science Degree in Real Estate and Development from Johns Hopkins University
  • Undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Finance through the Honors Program at Virginia Tech
  • Past East Coast Regional Director of Cushman & Wakefield’s DE&I Advisory Board
  • Past National Chairperson of the Women’s Brokerage Initiatives Committee
  • C&W WIN Women Who Inspire 2022
  • CREI Top 100 LinkedIn Influencer 2020-2023
  • CHIEF Executive Member, CHIEF’s mission is to elevate women in business
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Eric Berlin  Executive Vice President

Eric M. Berlin is a true real estate market expert uniquely focused on Alexandria, Arlington, and Fairfax Counties in Northern Virginia. He creates maximum value for our clients by uncovering market driven real estate opportunities in leases, sales, subleases, building and condo purchases, sale-lease-backs, and build-to-suit developments.

He is regionally known for selling association and non-profit owned office buildings to occupiers or developers for alternative use conversions depending on market conditions. He specializes in representing the corporate real estate interests of government contractors, technology companies, national associations and non-profit organizations. He manages their transactions and portfolios in all aspects of the real estate process and life cycle.

His 35+ years of experience ensures that clients achieve the best possible transaction terms to align their business and real estate needs. Mr. Berlin has also successfully marketed, leased and sold numerous office developments on behalf of leading local and national owners.

Prior to joining RSRES, Eric Berlin and Jessica Miller worked together for 22 years in brokerage services at Cushman & Wakefield and Grubb & Ellis. Earlier in his career he was a Vice President for Smithy Braedon and a Vice President with Barrueta & Associates.

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Leanne Berthiaume  Vice President, Leasing and Operations

Leanne brings over 15 years of experience navigating the complexities of commercial real estate to every client engagement. Her deep understanding of the industry stems from hands-on experience representing national, publicly traded REITs with portfolios exceeding 16 million square feet, coupled with her expertise in the dynamic Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. markets.

This background gives her a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by both landlords and tenants, honed by a proven track record of successfully negotiating hundreds of multi-million dollar transactions.

Leanne is committed to delivering exceptional results, providing strategic guidance, and crafting innovative solutions that align with each client’s unique needs and objectives.

Recent Awards & Accolades:

  • Speaker, IIDA’s Life Of A Project Series: Broker, Commercial Real Estate
  • CREBA 2023 Transaction of the Year Under 75,000 RSF
  • CREBA Top 10 Developer Agent by Sales Volume 2008 – 2023
  • CREBA Multi-Million Dollar Leasing Club Member 2008 – 2023
  • CREW Most Creative Marketing Award Winner 2018 – National Landing Phase Zero
  • GWCAR Presenter and Speaker – From Spec Suite to Occupancy
  • Published Author, Novelist, and Writer

Our Vision

To be at the forefront of curating a sustainable workforce, by transforming the workplace experience into a joyful collaboration tool with a unique strategy created to support each organization’s mission with the aligned needs of their talent. We are at the forefront of the local transformation of the built environment to sustainably serve the workforce we are engaging and inspiring.

Real estate is about relationships and local market knowledge. Our senior advisory team is comprised of market expertise in Northern Virginia and the DC Region with stellar market reputations and relationships in the market.

We believe in:

  • Full and complete transparency about fees, ownership, and conflicts.
  • The importance of going beyond what is legally required in the Commonwealth of VA, the District of Columbia, and the Federal Government for true transparency.
  • A holistic approach to fully understand our client’s strategic, financial, cultural, and organizational goals before defining transaction parameters.

 

We can guide you through our process to determine the right combination of workforce and workplace solutions combined with innovative technologies, to retain and utilize your best talent through choice and flexibility to quantify your workplace investment return.

Our Mission

To help organizations purposefully design and implement sustainable real estate solutions that foster a sense of community, promote employee well-being, and build a future where everyone has an opportunity to thrive at work.

Our Values

  • Sustainability
  • Purpose
  • Innovation
  • Empowerment
  • Inclusivity
  • Transparency

Why Choose Us?

NOT TO BRAG, BUT WE’RE REALLY GOOD AT REAL ESTATE

Innovation

Work has changed. Rock Spring Real Estate Solutions is here to help you adapt.

We provide innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of your team and create real estate solutions that empower everyone to thrive.

Inclusion

We believe everyone deserves to feel a sense of belonging in the workplace.

Rock Spring Real Estate Solutions is committed to uncovering inclusive real estate solutions where every individual feels comfortable, supported, and empowered to contribute their unique talents.

Transparency

We believe in building strong, collaborative relationships with our clients.

We’re more than just consultants—we’re your partners. We’ll work closely with you, providing expert guidance and unwavering support, while always respecting your autonomy and empowering you to make the final call.

A Better Way To Negotiate Commercial Real Estate Solutions

  • Get the Right Solution: We go beyond just real estate, considering all options to find your perfect fit.
  • Data-Driven Decisions: We empower you with the information you need to make smart choices.
  • Local Expertise, Global Reach: Benefit from our deep market knowledge and international network.
  • Transparency and Trust: We believe in open communication and ethical practices.
  • Your Success is Our Priority: We’re committed to exceeding your expectations.

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Our Trusted Partners

Our strategic partners support us on a global level

Learn about Jessica’s work as Co-Chair of the Blackwood Department of Real Estate Advisory Board at Virginia Tech