Office Leasing in Washington Metro: Meet Francisco Rodezno

Francisco Rodezno brings nearly a decade of commercial real estate experience to his role as senior leasing director at Link Parks, where he focuses on office leasing across the Washington, D.C., metro area. Read on to learn how he navigates a shifting office market, manages a million-square-foot commercial real estate portfolio, and what he values most about his work.  

How long have you been with Link Parks and what are your primary responsibilities in commercial real estate leasing? 

Francisco: I’ve been with Link Parks since its 2022 integration of PS Business Parks, where I worked for five and a half years. As senior leasing director for the Washington Metro market, I work primarily out of our Tysons, Virginia office, which is about 30 to 40 minutes from downtown D.C. I’m responsible for a portfolio of eight buildings totaling approximately one million square feet of commercial office space. That means setting office lease strategy, leading the full leasing cycle from property tours and letter of intent negotiations to lease execution, providing market intelligence to our managing director and, most importantly, strengthening customer relationships. 

What types of customers lease space from Link Parks in Northern Virginia, and what makes that location stand out? 

Francisco: Given our proximity to Washington, D.C., the majority of our office customers are federal government contractors and General Services Administration tenants. We also work with law, accounting and marketing firms. Our Tysons location is ideal because it sits at the center of Northern Virginia, drawing employees from Maryland, D.C. and points further south in Virginia. Federal government contractors also tend to cluster together—they collaborate closely and want to be near one another—so our location suits that dynamic well. 

How has the office sector evolved throughout your career? 

Francisco: The office sector has gone through one of the most dramatic transformations I’ve seen in commercial real estate. When I started, tenants typically signed five- to ten-year leases, planned around steady headcount growth and preferred traditional space layouts. Today, flexibility is the top priority. Tenants want shorter terms—one to five years—along with termination options, contraction rights and expansion provisions. Hybrid work has also shifted demand toward smaller footprints, open collaborative areas and amenity-rich environments. What was once a temporary adjustment has become a long-term operating model, and that’s reshaped how we approach every lease conversation. 

What do you find most rewarding about leasing? 

Francisco: The relationship-driven nature of leasing is what I find most fulfilling. Working closely with our customers to understand their real estate needs, solve their space challenges and help them succeed is genuinely rewarding. The same goes for broker relationships—the collaboration, the strategizing, the shared wins.  

How does collaboration between Link Parks’ Leasing, Property Management and Regional Construction teams benefit our customers? 

Francisco: Having leasing, property management and construction capabilities under one roof is one of Link Parks’ greatest strengths. When our teams are in sync, issues get resolved faster and customers benefit from clear communications. I’m typically the first point of contact for a new customer. I introduce them to their property management and construction teams once the lease is executed, but I stay involved throughout their journey with us. We work together to ensure nothing is overlooked and customers feel supported at every stage. By delivering a consistent, responsive and high‑quality environment, we help drive customer success and long‑term retention. 

What sets Link Parks apart in the commercial real estate market? 

Francisco: I value Link Parks’ long-term strategic approach to commercial real estate and its strong emphasis on customer experience. Programs like Link+, our digital customer experience platform, have meaningfully strengthened our relationships. The company adapts well to a changing market and makes decisions grounded in data. I also appreciate that leadership trusts me to make decisions, execute strategy and manage relationships at a high level. There’s genuine room to lead, innovate and grow here. 

Outside of work, how do you spend your time?  

Francisco: My wife jokes that I’m an old man at 35 years old, and she’s not entirely wrong. My goal is to log at least five miles on foot every day. I’m also into home projects; I recently painted my basement stairs and added a new backsplash in the bathroom. My wife and I also try to take a few big trips each year. We’re currently planning a trip to France this summer, which we’re really looking forward to.