Meet Our Team
Our team is dedicated to providing quality service from start to finish. With a reputation for unparalleled results and extensive market knowledge, the Walker Commercial Team is dedicated to providing services that are tailored to the needs of the client for a more calculated and consultative approach.
Our Team Members
Bill Walker
Principal Broker
William “Bill” J. Walker, III is the Owner of Walker Commercial Services, Inc. Serving his passion for real estate for over 30 years Bill currently oversees all auctions, listings, leases, and clients within his firm.
Bill Walker
William “Bill” J. Walker, III is the Owner of Walker Commercial Services, Inc. Serving his passion for real estate for over 30 years Bill currently oversees all auctions, listings, leases, and clients within his firm. Honoring his role as the president of Walker Commercial Services, Bill’s expresses value with his clientele, creating a foundation of relationships within the commercial spectrum. Throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Bill inspects and evaluates collateral for sales a/o auctions while working directly with bankers, corporate clients and attorneys with distressed, foreclosure and REO properties.
Originally licensed in both real estate & auctioneering in 1989, Bill placed his license with Hall Associates, Inc. for nine years, designing and developing the Auction Division. After obtaining his Broker License, Bill set out to create his own real estate enterprise and started Walker Commercial Services, Inc.
Bill is a graduate of Radford University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science, as well as the Certified Auctioneers Institute (CAI) and Mendenhall School of Auctioneering. He is a licensed Real Estate Broker and Auctioneer in Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina.
When Bill isn’t being a real estate prodigy you can (or can’t) find him out on the river enjoying his second passion of fly fishing.
Asher Walker
Associate Broker
Asher has leveraged his fluency with world class stages and global networks of contacts to quickly establishhimself as a top producer in the Roanoke commercial real estate market.
Asher Walker
Asher has leveraged his fluency with world class stages and global networks of contacts to quickly establish himself as a top producer in the Roanoke commercial real estate market. Charisma, creativity, and committed work ethic acquired in Los Angeles over a very successful entertainment career has allowed Asher to rapidly produce opportunities.
Finding success in the commercial real estate industry by establishing and valuing relationships, Asher works very closely with financial institutions, and private sellers alike, to facilitate both accelerated transactions, auctions, and traditional brokered sales as well.
Bringing a tech and data driven approach to the firm, Asher continues to enhance value by constantly refining internal systems, while utilizing technology to engage with new audiences. With an impressive portfolio to date, Asher currently holds a Virginia Real Estate Brokers License, as well as an Auctioneer License in Virginia and West Virginia. From stage performance to sales performance, Asher’s focus is to bring full spectrum solutions to each of his clients no matter the scale.
Christine Whittaker
Dir. of Operations | Associate Broker
Christine brings a dynamic leadership style and a background in real estate, business, logistics, and operations. Leading decisively and hands-on, she excels in relationship-building, optimizing efficiency, and steering sustainable growth.
Christine Whittaker
Christine Whittaker, Director of Operations at Walker Commercial Services, brings a dynamic leadership style and a background in real estate, business, logistics, and operations. Leading decisively and hands-on, she excels in relationship-building, optimizing efficiency, and steering sustainable growth. Christine’s proven track record in navigating real estate intricacies underscores her commitment to shaping Walker Commercial Services’ success through visionary leadership and collaborative, results-driven strategies.
Jenna O’Leary
Marketing Coordinator
Jenna found her passion for people and networking early in life through her involvement in pageantry. While in Florida for school Jenna developed an interest for the real estate industry, that ultimately lead her back home to her roots.
Jenna O’Leary
Jenna found her passion for people and networking early in life through her involvement in pageantry. While in Florida for school Jenna developed an interest for the real estate industry, that ultimately lead her back home to her roots.
Joining the Walker Commercial team in 2021, Jenna sets to maximize our digital presence and brand awareness by exemplifying Walker Commercial as much more than an average real estate firm yet rather a strong solution-based team eager to build relationships that help further maximize each clients unique real estate needs.
DeShea Witcher
Marketing director
DeShea brings over 17 years of digital marketing expertise to drive transformative growth in real estate. With a proven track record in escalating deal pipelines, boosting website traffic and qualified leads, he consistently exceeds business objectives in the industry.
DeShea Witcher
As the Marketing Director for walkercommercialservices.com, he brings over 17 years of digital marketing expertise to drive transformative growth in real estate. With a proven track record in escalating deal pipelines, boosting website traffic and qualified leads, and enhancing client engagement through tailored ABM campaigns, he consistently exceeds business objectives in the industry.
Heather Fidler
Office Manager
Heather Fidler graduated with a Degree in Accounting from Emory and Henry College in 2010.
Heather Fidler
Heather Fidler graduated with a Degree in Accounting from Emory and Henry College in 2010. With over 10 years of administrative experience in Office Management and Client Services Heather joined the Walker Commercial Team to further assist with daily office operations and property management.
In her free time Heather enjoys spending time with her high school sweetheart, Brian, and her two sons, Corbin and Kai.
Chris Brock
Bookkeeper
Chris is a proficient accountant with over 10 years of experience in the residential and commercial real estate industry. Throughout his career, he has honed his skills to excel in financial planning and accounting while ensuring regulatory compliance with all clients.
Chris Brock
Chris is a proficient accountant with over 10 years of experience in the residential and commercial real estate industry. Throughout his career, he has honed his skills to excel in financial planning and accounting while ensuring regulatory compliance with all clients. Since joining Walker Commercial in 2022, Chris has provided keen attention to detail effectively managing budgets, maximizing profits, and ensuring his informed skill set as an invaluable asset to the team.
When Chris is not working, he enjoys playing golf, watching football and movies, and spending time with his wife and three children.
Frazier Hughes
Agent
Frazier Hughes, also known as ‘The Frazier Hughes Experience,’ is a prominent figure in the Roanoke real estate industry. Trained by Dale Carnegie and acknowledged as an expert in real estate, Frazier has been honored as the Best Realtor in 2022 by both The Roanoke Times and Roanoker Magazine.
Frazier Hughes
Frazier Hughes, also known as ‘The Frazier Hughes Experience,’ is a prominent figure in the Roanoke real estate industry.
Trained by Dale Carnegie and acknowledged as an expert in real estate, Frazier has been honored as the Best Realtor in 2022 by both The Roanoke Times and Roanoker Magazine. With a remarkable success rate of over 90% in property sales, his exceptional skills demonstrate his unmatched expertise in the field.
Leading a dynamic team, Frazier has facilitated countless successful transactions, assisting both sellers and buyers in The Roanoke Valley and beyond. His extensive background includes navigating investment properties in key markets such as Florida, Raleigh, Charlotte, and Richmond, with a special focus on nearly every neighborhood in the Roanoke Valley.
A multifaceted professional, Frazier is a columnist for The Valley Business Front, where he shares his expertise in his column ‘Real Estate Matters.’ Leveraging his radio background, he is the visionary founder of The Roanoke Real Estate Podcast, providing valuable insights to a broad audience. With a vast network spanning locally and nationwide, Frazier Hughes and his thought-provoking team embody a positive mindset and an outstanding track record, making them the unequivocal choice for all your real estate needs.
Nathan Webster
Agent | Equipment Division
Nathan is a seasoned professional with a background in commercial appraisals, specializing in large land, farms, and conservation easements across Southwest and Central Virginia.
Nathan Webster
Nathan is a seasoned professional with a background in commercial appraisals, specializing in large land, farms, and conservation easements across Southwest and Central Virginia. In addition to his expertise in real estate, Nathan is a successful entrepreneur, having established two popular restaurants, The Village Grill and Scratch Biscuit Company, along with the catering company Oak Tree Catering. His passion for classic cars, love for hard work, and enjoyment of the outdoors reflect his affinity for country life. Nathan thrives on creating businesses and takes satisfaction in assisting others in finding and achieving their business goals.
Bryan Thornhill
Agent
Brian efficiently manages his real estate portfolio alongside running his automotive towing company. Brian’s dedication to people has positioned him as a respected business leader and entrepreneur within the Roanoke community.
Bryan Thornhill
In the realm of real estate, Brian excels in various areas. He efficiently manages his real estate portfolio alongside running his automotive towing company. Brian’s dedication to people has positioned him as a respected business leader and entrepreneur within the Roanoke community.
Ty Walker
Agent
Ty Walker is a graduate of James Madison University and specializes in property management, long term, and short term rentals. Ty also helps buyers and sellers in representing their properties.
Ty Walker
Ty Walker is a graduate of James Madison University and specializes in property management, long term, and short term rentals. Ty also helps buyers and sellers in representing their properties. Ty is married and has two small children and lives in New Castle VA. He grows beef, pork, and chicken on family land in Glade Hill.
Lydia Sarbin
Agent
Lydia discovered her passion for real estate in 2019 throughout various internships within the industry. Spending time within brokerages and development projects, Lydia set out to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Real Estate.
Lydia Sarbin
Lydia discovered her passion for real estate in 2019 throughout various internships within the industry. Spending time within brokerages and development projects, Lydia set out to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Real Estate.
Promptly after graduating from Virginia Tech’s real estate and sales program in May of 2022, Lydia joined the Walker Commercial team as an agent and assistant to the Principal and Associate Broker.
Eager to learn, Lydia works diligently to facilitate all real estate and equipment closings, client relations, contracts, and property management.