An industrial water treatment firm secured a new office location for a short-term project they are working on in Hillsborough, NC. The property, located just off of I-85 was previously home to Select Concrete. Pickett Sprouse Commercial Real Estate Brokers Matthew Morton and Emilee Collins, CCIM represented the property owners in the lease. At a time when the office market is believed to be struggling, our smaller footprints meet the needs of the smaller businesses in our area.
Episode 18 | Networking, Education, and Technology through CCIM with James Milner, CCIM
May 26, 2026
In this installment of our Behind the Building mini-series, we head to the High Country to sit down with a true titan of the Western North Carolina market: James Milner, CCIM.
As the President and Owner of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate, LLC, James has been a cornerstone of the region’s commercial landscape since 2008. His firm isn’t just about transactions; it’s a full-service powerhouse providing everything from high-stakes brokerage and leasing to specialized consulting and appraisal services. Whether he’s working with a first-time local investor or a national franchise, James brings a level of technical precision that has become his professional trademark.
