Rocktown’s Property Management Team


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Julie Hamann 

Owner/Principal Broker/Realtor

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    Julie Hamann is a native of the Shenandoah Valley and received a business degree from Radford University. She is a local property owner of single family homes and student rentals. She is also a Realtor in the Commonwealth of Virginia and prior to a profession in Real Estate she was the owner of a relocation company in the Richmond, Virginia area. Julie is married with four children and currently resides in Dayton.

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Bernard Hamann

Owner and Realtor

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    Bernard Hamann was born in the Netherlands, and raised in Switzerland, Spain, and Colombia. After receiving a BS in Geology from Radford University he opted for a corporate career in International Sales & Marketing - living and working in England, Mexico, Brazil, and the US. Most recently, he has served as the Global Retail Sales Director with Rosetta Stone. Bernard resides in Dayton with his wife and four children. Owning and managing rental properties since 1997, Bernard understands the complexities of property ownership, and the need to provide quality products and services to both landlord and tenant.

Bilingual: English & Spanish

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Drew Preston

Director of Operations,

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    Drew is from Staunton VA and moved to Harrisonburg in 2004 to attend James Madison University, where he received a degree in Kinesiology, and never left. He spent 21 years in the food and hospitality business, serving many of them as a Managing Partner for an industry-leading restaurant company. Professionally Drew focuses on facilitating experiences he would expect and building strong relationships with the community.

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Lauren Preston

Director of Property Management, Realtor

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    Lauren is a native of the Shenandoah Valley. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, hiking with her dog, Milo, and spending time with her family. Lauren is a licensed sales person and has attended numerous conferences and classes to expand her knowledge of the Property Management field. She has excelled in her knowledge of the industry and has become Rocktown’s Senior Property Manager. Lauren has a great eye and can advise owners on what remodeling they need to do in order to obtain the highest rent possible. She is very effective in remodeling investment properties and is excited to see the equity grow in her owner’s investment property. Lauren also loves working with the residents of her properties to help them obtain the best rental available in the Harrisonburg and surrounding areas.

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Hanie Mehrani

Residential Property Manager

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    Hanie began pursuing a career in real estate in 2022. Having grown up in the Valley, she is committed to helping others be able to call this beautiful area home. She joined Rocktown Realty in 2024 as a Property Manager while still dedicating herself to her clients in their real estate transactions. When she is not working, she enjoys traveling to new places with friends or spending time with her pets.

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Adri Galeano

Leasing Specialist

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    Adri Galeano is an ambitious young professional raised in West Palm Beach; Florida though born in Honduras. She frequently traveled to Harrisonburg, Virginia during summer breaks before eventually relocating at the age of 16. She went on to graduate from Harrisonburg High School.

    Upon completing her secondary education, Adri joined her father's company where she gained valuable hands-on business experience. Currently, she is working towards obtaining her Class A contractor's license and real estate license, furthering her industry knowledge and credentials.

    Adri recently joined the Rocktown team as an Assistant Property Manager of Residential Housing. In her personal time, Adri enjoys exploring new activities around Harrisonburg. She also values spending quality time with her family and friends, forming meaningful connections in her community.

Bilingual: English & Spanish

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Emilie Fowler

Student Property Manager

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    Emilie Fowler is a native of Bedford, Virginia. She moved to Harrisonburg to pursue a bachelor’s degree in biology at James Madison University. After graduating, Emilie decided to pursue a career in real estate. Her commitment to helping others find their dream homes and navigate the intricacies of the real estate market reflects her dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of those she serves.

     

    Beyond her professional pursuits, Emilie enjoys traveling and going on hikes with her fiancé and two dogs. In every aspect of her life, she brings warmth, dedication, and a genuine love for both people and animals. Whether guiding clients through the real estate process or spending quality time with her family and cherished pets, Emilie is a great addition to the Rocktown Team!

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Julie Francis

Assistant Property Manager

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    Julie is from Roanoke, VA and moved to Harrisonburg in 2022 after transferring to James Madison University. She graduated in May of 2024 with her bachelor's in Secondary Education and History. Julie began working at Rocktown as a summer inspector and decided to join the company full time after graduation as an Assistant Property Manager of student housing. When not working, she can be found doing something crafty, spending time with her friends and family, or attending concerts. 

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Marcia Cruz

Property Manager

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    Marcia Cruz grew up in Honduras, where she earned her degree in Computer Science. She moved to the U.S. about ten years ago, building a wonderful life with her husband and their two amazing daughters. Marcia loves spending quality time with her family and creating memories together. Outside of her role here, she's working toward her real estate salesperson license, aiming to achieve it in the next couple of months. Marcia brings dedication, warmth, and a great eye for detail to her work, and we’re thrilled to have her on the team!

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Cecilia Arias

Maintenance Coordinator

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    Originally from El Salvador, Cecilia has called Harrisonburg home for the past 22 years, with a brief two-year stay in Amarillo, TX. A proud mom of two— a daughter and a son—Cecilia brings a wealth of experience from her time in the poultry industry, where she worked in both production and HR.


    Though property management wasn't on her radar initially, Cecilia was eager to embrace a new challenge, and we're thrilled to have her as part of the Rocktown Realty team. In her free time, Cecilia enjoys listening to music and taking walks on warm days. Fun fact: she has a special love for owls!

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Sharon Bowman

Assistant Maintenance Coordinator

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    Sharon was born in Winchester, VA and raised here in Harrisonburg. She has worked in office administration for over 15 years and lives with her Husband in Rockingham County. When she is not taking care of her summer and flower gardens, Sharon enjoys visiting local state parks and historical museums and homesteads.

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Olga Gorbunova

Director of Finance

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    Olga has recently moved to the Shenandoah Valley and joined the Rocktown Realty team in May of 2016. Olga has many years of experience in human resources, accounting and finance. Olga graduated from Russian Technical University with a Finance Degree, with Honors, in 2001. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking and reading.

Bilingual: English & Russian

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Janet Stephenson

Receptionist

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    Janet Stephenson was born and raised by a lake in Indiana, where she enjoyed waterskiing and ice skating. She moved to Virginia in 1974 and then to the valley in 1978. Janet earned a Vet Technology degree from BRCC in 1980. She practiced for nine years before transitioning into a career in banking. Janet has a deep love for all animals, especially her German Shepherd, Gracie. In her free time, she enjoys target shooting, outdoor activities, and spending quality time with family and friends while listening to rock 'n' roll.

     

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Mary Bontz

Marketing Coordinator

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    Mary Bontz was born in Newport News, Virginia and became a Harrisonburg townie after she graduated from JMU with a bachlor of Science in Industrial Design. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her daughter, dogs and Husband hiking and traveling.

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Rocky

CEO

Rocky helped open Rocktown's doors in 2010. He has been an integral part in Rocktown's success. His primary job is to greet people as they enter the office. Rocky is a Yorkie Poo that lives with his family in Dayton.
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