Our Instructors

Leadership Team & State-Licensed CE Instructors

Meet the experienced professionals who lead Pro Edge Realty Education. In addition to being state-licensed continuing education instructors, they are active mortgage professionals who help guide the school’s curriculum, instruction, and commitment to quality education.

Kelly Powers

Co-Founder, School Administrator and Head Instructor

Instructor License I24-0086

Kelly brings more than 30 years of mortgage-industry experience and more than 20 years of involvement in educating and supporting REALTORS®. Her expertise, leadership, and commitment to helping others make her an invaluable resource for students and fellow instructors.

Cindy Hallas

Co-Founder, Instructor and Continuing Education Course Developer

MLO Instructor License I13-0027

Cindy has built her mortgage career around education and professional development. She helps create and maintain Pro Edge course curriculum while using her current industry experience to ensure that each class addresses the practical needs of real estate professionals.

Sherry Olsen

Head Instructor

Instructor Approval 2678

Sherry brings more than 30 years of mortgage experience as an originator, REALTOR® relations manager, and branch manager. Her industry leadership, board service, and continuing education experience allow her to provide knowledgeable, practical instruction.

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Help real estate professionals grow while building your credibility and expanding your professional reach. Contact Cindy Hallas to learn more about becoming a state-licensed continuing education instructor with Pro Edge Realty Education.

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State-Licensed CE Instructors

Our state-licensed continuing education instructors are active real estate and mortgage professionals who bring current industry knowledge and practical, real-world insight into every course.

Yolanda Gallegos

Yolanda Gallegos

Instructor and Mortgage Loan Officer

Instructor License I13-0082

Yolanda has been a Mortgage Loan Officer since 2005 and an Arizona Department of Real Estate instructor since 2013. A teacher at heart, she shares practical knowledge of Conventional, FHA, VA, reverse mortgage, and other financing programs.

Chickie Sirakis

Chickie Sirakis

Instructor and Mortgage Loan Officer

Instructor License I19-0028

Chickie has worked in mortgage lending since 1996, with experience in Conventional, FHA, VA, jumbo, and renovation financing. She became a continuing education instructor in 2018 and enjoys sharing her knowledge with her REALTOR® partners.

Kim Zavatsky

Instructor and Mortgage Loan Officer

Instructor License I24-0092

Kim has worked in mortgage lending since 1992 and has assisted buyers with a wide variety of home-financing needs. She is committed to making the mortgage process understandable and seamless for seasoned purchasers and first-time homebuyers.

Michael Winter

Instructor and Mortgage Loan Officer

Instructor License I24-0108

Michael is an Arizona native and University of Arizona graduate who is passionate about helping communities grow. His mortgage and mentorship experience allows him to explain complex real estate and financing concepts clearly.

Patti Miller

Instructor and Mortgage Loan Officer

Instructor License I24-0071

Patti brings extensive experience from both the real estate and mortgage sides of the homebuying process. Her knowledge of Conventional, FHA, VA, and jumbo financing helps students understand the complete transaction from multiple perspectives.

Steve Van De Beuken

Steve Van De Beuken

Instructor and Mortgage Loan Officer

Instructor License I24-0087

Steve has helped families with mortgage financing since 1999 and has held several real estate and mortgage-industry leadership positions. His association service and commitment to education bring valuable experience to the Pro Edge classroom.

Jim Fowler

Real Estate Broker and Instructor

ADRE Instructor License I25-0070

Jim is a managing real estate broker with more than 15 years of experience coaching and training REALTORS®. His leadership, industry knowledge, and passion for education bring a valuable real estate perspective to Pro Edge students.