Sunny Banka

Sonda “Sunny” Banka is an accomplished real estate professional with more than four decades of experience in the industry. A licensed Realtor® since 1980, she has built a career distinguished by deep market knowledge, professional integrity, and a long-standing commitment to excellence in real estate practice.

Since 1998, Sunny has also served as a real estate instructor, educating and mentoring real estate professionals at various stages of their careers. Her instructional work reflects both practical, real-world expertise and a strong command of real estate law, risk management, and brokerage operations.

As a licensed Broker, Sunny brings a high level of strategic insight and leadership to every transaction and professional engagement. Her combined experience as a Realtor®, Broker, and instructor uniquely positions her as a trusted advisor, educator, and advocate for high professional standards within the real estate industry.

Tara King

With more than 35 years of experience as an Employing Broker in Colorado’s real estate industry, Tara King brings extensive knowledge of the regulatory requirements of the Colorado Division of Real Estate, as well as deep insight into the local market and its diverse landscapes. Her expertise spans residential, vacant land, and commercial real estate, along with second home and resort properties.

In 2008, Tara earned the Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation—one of the most respected credentials in real estate business management. She currently serves as an Employing Broker for HomeSmart, where she provides leadership, counsel, and broker support to more than 2,400 real estate professionals across Colorado. In 2026, Tara was honored with an appointment to the Professional Standards Committee for the Colorado Association of REALTORS®.

Beyond real estate, Tara is deeply committed to philanthropy, professional service, and community involvement. As an Accredited CBA-CLE Alternative Dispute Mediator, she serves as a mediator with Court Mediation Services, supporting the Denver County Courts through the Denver Bar Association. She has also served as President of the Board of Directors for the SaddleUp! Foundation and volunteered with numerous organizations, including the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Colorado Neurological Institute, Teen With a Dream Foundation, Douglas County PTO, FASB Fitness Festival, and Arapahoe House.

Tara believes there is nothing more rewarding than helping real estate professionals and clients achieve their goals in a challenging business environment. For her, real estate is more than a profession—it is a passion and a meaningful way to serve her community.

Brie Aljets

Brieonna grew up in real estate with her Mom as a Broker, and has held a number of positions within the industry over the last 15 years. These roles include: team leader, managing broker, Buyer's agent, Association Executive, and productivity coach throughout IL, TN and CO. Currently, she holds a managing broker's license and has a degree in Education. Her passion is training and consulting; she teaches real estate school as well and enjoys bringing humor into the classroom. Let's be authentic, the ins and outs of real estate can be ahem...somewhat boring. Without a laugh she's not sure anything qualifies as success. Having taught first grade previously, she's more than prepared to handle any situation in the classroom! 

Outside of work you can find Brieonna spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys trail running, working out, and snowboarding. Just like most Gunnison residents, she came for the winter but stayed for the phenomenal summers. Growing up in the Midwest, she is thrilled to avoid the extreme humidity that IL had to offer. Her husband is a distinctive metal artist; and they have a wild, loving 6-year old boy. And yes, Brieonna may be caught writing a Real Estate course on the weekend...

Bill McAfee

Bill McAfee is a leading real estate professional who has weathered the ups and downs of this demanding industry for nearly 30 years. Bill has been a major player in title insurance and offers extensive expertise in areas such as rules and regulations, contracts, foreclosure and short sale, and real estate investing. His career has been punctuated by years of study, professional growth, teaching, and administration.

After graduating from St. Mary’s of Plains College with a degree in Business Administration, emphasizing in economics, Bill spent years at various companies thoroughly learning the ins and outs of the title business. He served as a marketing manager and closing presenter before pursuing the opportunity to obtain his own company. In 2003, Bill established himself as
President of Empire Title, which quickly became one of the fastest growing and most successful Title Insurance companies in Colorado Springs.

Bill’s management experience continued to expand as he became managing member of Mac Marketing and Consulting, LLC, a company which acquires and sells real estate and offers consulting to real estate professionals. In 2007, Bill instituted the Pikes Peak School of Real Estate, which provides various instructional courses and continuing education classes for real estate professionals. In 2008, Bill responded to a changing economy by creating Short Sale Solutions, LLC, which facilitates short sales for real estate agents. In 2010, Bill was instrumental in organizing the Peak Producers. This is a non-profit organization made up of the top 10% of real estate agents in the Pikes Peak Multiple Listing System (PPMLS).

Bill is esteemed for his ability to interact easily with others and for his dedication to the business. His honesty, integrity, commitment, and genuine concern for all he works with
distinguish him as a true leader in the real estate industry.

Scott Hamling

Scott Hamling is widely considered a leader in the real estate industry and has been asked to present at real estate conferences and companies across the country. In his long career, Scott has worked as a real estate appraiser, Vice President of Development for Cherry Creek Mortgage, founded a mortgage company and currently serves as a mortgage loan originator at Elevations Credit Union. Scott is also an instructor with Colorado based Cox Education. Scott's strong foundation in understanding property value is not only very helpful to his real estate agent referral partner's but also to his valued lending clients.

Scott is a Colorado native and lives in the same neighborhood in southeast Denver that he grew up! When he is not working, he enjoys all that Colorado offers. Scott is an avid skier, hiker, and most importantly, a husband and father to 3 daughters.

Eric Nesbitt, Esq.

In his 30 years engaged in real estate law in Chicago and Denver, Eric has represented developers on retail and multifamily projects regarding entitlements, zoning issues, loan documents and related matters. He formed the Law Offices of Eric Nesbitt, P.C. in Denver in 2006. Additionally, Eric is President & CEO of The Nesbitt Commercial Group, a commercial real estate practice he founded in 2004. In his capacity as a commercial real estate broker, he has assisted in site selection and development projects for Microsystems, Sprint and Oracle.
Eric is committed to doing his part to provide quality, affordable housing. He has owned multifamily apartment buildings in Chicago and Denver, and regularly rented units to Section 8 housing tenants or tenants at or below the area median income. Eric also served three years as a Commissioner of the Denver Housing Authority, appointed by Mayor Hancock.
Eric earned his BA degree in Finance from the University of Illinois and his J.D. Law degree and MBA from the University of California, Los Angeles. He frequently lectures on real estate law related matters to the Colorado Bar Association and the Colorado Association of Realtors.

Bill McAfee

Bill McAfee is a leading real estate professional who has weathered the ups and downs of this demanding industry for nearly 30 years. Bill has been a major player in title insurance and offers extensive expertise in areas such as rules and regulations, contracts, foreclosure and short sale, and real estate investing. His career has been punctuated by years of study, professional growth, teaching, and administration.

After graduating from St. Mary’s of Plains College with a degree in Business Administration, emphasizing in economics, Bill spent years at various companies thoroughly learning the ins and outs of the title business. He served as a marketing manager and closing presenter before pursuing the opportunity to obtain his own company. In 2003, Bill established himself as
President of Empire Title, which quickly became one of the fastest growing and most successful Title Insurance companies in Colorado Springs.

Bill’s management experience continued to expand as he became managing member of Mac Marketing and Consulting, LLC, a company which acquires and sells real estate and offers consulting to real estate professionals. In 2007, Bill instituted the Pikes Peak School of Real Estate, which provides various instructional courses and continuing education classes for real estate professionals. In 2008, Bill responded to a changing economy by creating Short Sale Solutions, LLC, which facilitates short sales for real estate agents. In 2010, Bill was instrumental in organizing the Peak Producers. This is a non-profit organization made up of the top 10% of real estate agents in the Pikes Peak Multiple Listing System (PPMLS).

Bill is esteemed for his ability to interact easily with others and for his dedication to the business. His honesty, integrity, commitment, and genuine concern for all he works with
distinguish him as a true leader in the real estate industry.

Matt Thomson

Matt Thomson has been selling real estate since 2004. He entered the profession with a Masters in Education and 8 years of teaching experience.

Matt has been in the top 5% of producing Realtors in both the Seattle and Denver markets, and has been in brokerage ownership and management since 2012. 

Matt has used his education background and some fortuitous connections to teach real estate courses all around the country, and has been recognized as a top producing real estate coach as well.

Bill McAfee

Bill McAfee is a leading real estate professional who has weathered the ups and downs of this demanding industry for nearly 30 years. Bill has been a major player in title insurance and offers extensive expertise in areas such as rules and regulations, contracts, foreclosure and short sale, and real estate investing. His career has been punctuated by years of study, professional growth, teaching, and administration.

After graduating from St. Mary’s of Plains College with a degree in Business Administration, emphasizing in economics, Bill spent years at various companies thoroughly learning the ins and outs of the title business. He served as a marketing manager and closing presenter before pursuing the opportunity to obtain his own company. In 2003, Bill established himself as
President of Empire Title, which quickly became one of the fastest growing and most successful Title Insurance companies in Colorado Springs.

Bill’s management experience continued to expand as he became managing member of Mac Marketing and Consulting, LLC, a company which acquires and sells real estate and offers consulting to real estate professionals. In 2007, Bill instituted the Pikes Peak School of Real Estate, which provides various instructional courses and continuing education classes for real estate professionals. In 2008, Bill responded to a changing economy by creating Short Sale Solutions, LLC, which facilitates short sales for real estate agents. In 2010, Bill was instrumental in organizing the Peak Producers. This is a non-profit organization made up of the top 10% of real estate agents in the Pikes Peak Multiple Listing System (PPMLS).

Bill is esteemed for his ability to interact easily with others and for his dedication to the business. His honesty, integrity, commitment, and genuine concern for all he works with
distinguish him as a true leader in the real estate industry.

Rob Lynde

Rob Lynde, Employing Broker and Co-Owner of MileStone Real Estate established in 2007, managing over 500 residential rentals and averaging over 25 sales transactions a year. Colorado Real Estate Division Education Task Force member since 2012, member of 2013 Property Management Task Force, 2019 Rule Review Committee, and 2022 Commission Position Statement Review Committee.  Founding Member of the Colorado Landlord Legislative Coalition (CLLC) and past president of Colorado Springs Chapter of the National Association of Residential property Managers. 

Tara King

With more than 35 years of experience as an Employing Broker in Colorado’s real estate industry, Tara King brings extensive knowledge of the regulatory requirements of the Colorado Division of Real Estate, as well as deep insight into the local market and its diverse landscapes. Her expertise spans residential, vacant land, and commercial real estate, along with second home and resort properties.

In 2008, Tara earned the Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation—one of the most respected credentials in real estate business management. She currently serves as an Employing Broker for HomeSmart, where she provides leadership, counsel, and broker support to more than 2,400 real estate professionals across Colorado. In 2026, Tara was honored with an appointment to the Professional Standards Committee for the Colorado Association of REALTORS®.

Beyond real estate, Tara is deeply committed to philanthropy, professional service, and community involvement. As an Accredited CBA-CLE Alternative Dispute Mediator, she serves as a mediator with Court Mediation Services, supporting the Denver County Courts through the Denver Bar Association. She has also served as President of the Board of Directors for the SaddleUp! Foundation and volunteered with numerous organizations, including the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Colorado Neurological Institute, Teen With a Dream Foundation, Douglas County PTO, FASB Fitness Festival, and Arapahoe House.

Tara believes there is nothing more rewarding than helping real estate professionals and clients achieve their goals in a challenging business environment. For her, real estate is more than a profession—it is a passion and a meaningful way to serve her community.

Gabe Gelman, Esq.

Gabe Gelman is a partner at Gelman Law LLC. Gabe provides legal services to clients in matters such as real estate, business, regulatory proceedings through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), construction, employment, and probate. Gabe’s practice involves both transactional work and litigation.
A Denver native, Gabe attended the University of Colorado in Boulder where he graduated in 2007 summa cum laude and with Distinction. Gabe received his B.A. in Political Science, as well as a minor in History and a certificate in Peace and Conflict Studies. Gabe was inducted as a member of Phi Beta Kappa, into the Alpha of Colorado Chapter, in April 2006. 

Gabe received his law degree from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2010. 

Gabe is admitted to practice in all of Colorado’s trial and appellate courts and the United States District Court for the District of Colorado.

In his free time, Gabe enjoys spending time with his family, and training for and competing in races. Gabe has completed numerous marathons and half-marathons, and has recently started training to compete in triathlons.

Tara King

With more than 35 years of experience as an Employing Broker in Colorado’s real estate industry, Tara King brings extensive knowledge of the regulatory requirements of the Colorado Division of Real Estate, as well as deep insight into the local market and its diverse landscapes. Her expertise spans residential, vacant land, and commercial real estate, along with second home and resort properties.

In 2008, Tara earned the Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation—one of the most respected credentials in real estate business management. She currently serves as an Employing Broker for HomeSmart, where she provides leadership, counsel, and broker support to more than 2,400 real estate professionals across Colorado. In 2026, Tara was honored with an appointment to the Professional Standards Committee for the Colorado Association of REALTORS®.

Beyond real estate, Tara is deeply committed to philanthropy, professional service, and community involvement. As an Accredited CBA-CLE Alternative Dispute Mediator, she serves as a mediator with Court Mediation Services, supporting the Denver County Courts through the Denver Bar Association. She has also served as President of the Board of Directors for the SaddleUp! Foundation and volunteered with numerous organizations, including the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Colorado Neurological Institute, Teen With a Dream Foundation, Douglas County PTO, FASB Fitness Festival, and Arapahoe House.

Tara believes there is nothing more rewarding than helping real estate professionals and clients achieve their goals in a challenging business environment. For her, real estate is more than a profession—it is a passion and a meaningful way to serve her community.

Scott Hamling

Scott Hamling is widely considered a leader in the real estate industry and has been asked to present at real estate conferences and companies across the country. In his long career, Scott has worked as a real estate appraiser, Vice President of Development for Cherry Creek Mortgage, founded a mortgage company and currently serves as a mortgage loan originator at Elevations Credit Union. Scott is also an instructor with Colorado based Cox Education. Scott's strong foundation in understanding property value is not only very helpful to his real estate agent referral partner's but also to his valued lending clients.

Scott is a Colorado native and lives in the same neighborhood in southeast Denver that he grew up! When he is not working, he enjoys all that Colorado offers. Scott is an avid skier, hiker, and most importantly, a husband and father to 3 daughters.

Bill McAfee

Bill McAfee is a leading real estate professional who has weathered the ups and downs of this demanding industry for nearly 30 years. Bill has been a major player in title insurance and offers extensive expertise in areas such as rules and regulations, contracts, foreclosure and short sale, and real estate investing. His career has been punctuated by years of study, professional growth, teaching, and administration.

After graduating from St. Mary’s of Plains College with a degree in Business Administration, emphasizing in economics, Bill spent years at various companies thoroughly learning the ins and outs of the title business. He served as a marketing manager and closing presenter before pursuing the opportunity to obtain his own company. In 2003, Bill established himself as
President of Empire Title, which quickly became one of the fastest growing and most successful Title Insurance companies in Colorado Springs.

Bill’s management experience continued to expand as he became managing member of Mac Marketing and Consulting, LLC, a company which acquires and sells real estate and offers consulting to real estate professionals. In 2007, Bill instituted the Pikes Peak School of Real Estate, which provides various instructional courses and continuing education classes for real estate professionals. In 2008, Bill responded to a changing economy by creating Short Sale Solutions, LLC, which facilitates short sales for real estate agents. In 2010, Bill was instrumental in organizing the Peak Producers. This is a non-profit organization made up of the top 10% of real estate agents in the Pikes Peak Multiple Listing System (PPMLS).

Bill is esteemed for his ability to interact easily with others and for his dedication to the business. His honesty, integrity, commitment, and genuine concern for all he works with
distinguish him as a true leader in the real estate industry.

Bill McAfee

Bill McAfee is a leading real estate professional who has weathered the ups and downs of this demanding industry for nearly 30 years. Bill has been a major player in title insurance and offers extensive expertise in areas such as rules and regulations, contracts, foreclosure and short sale, and real estate investing. His career has been punctuated by years of study, professional growth, teaching, and administration.

After graduating from St. Mary’s of Plains College with a degree in Business Administration, emphasizing in economics, Bill spent years at various companies thoroughly learning the ins and outs of the title business. He served as a marketing manager and closing presenter before pursuing the opportunity to obtain his own company. In 2003, Bill established himself as
President of Empire Title, which quickly became one of the fastest growing and most successful Title Insurance companies in Colorado Springs.

Bill’s management experience continued to expand as he became managing member of Mac Marketing and Consulting, LLC, a company which acquires and sells real estate and offers consulting to real estate professionals. In 2007, Bill instituted the Pikes Peak School of Real Estate, which provides various instructional courses and continuing education classes for real estate professionals. In 2008, Bill responded to a changing economy by creating Short Sale Solutions, LLC, which facilitates short sales for real estate agents. In 2010, Bill was instrumental in organizing the Peak Producers. This is a non-profit organization made up of the top 10% of real estate agents in the Pikes Peak Multiple Listing System (PPMLS).

Bill is esteemed for his ability to interact easily with others and for his dedication to the business. His honesty, integrity, commitment, and genuine concern for all he works with
distinguish him as a true leader in the real estate industry.

Bill McAfee

Bill McAfee is a leading real estate professional who has weathered the ups and downs of this demanding industry for nearly 30 years. Bill has been a major player in title insurance and offers extensive expertise in areas such as rules and regulations, contracts, foreclosure and short sale, and real estate investing. His career has been punctuated by years of study, professional growth, teaching, and administration.

After graduating from St. Mary’s of Plains College with a degree in Business Administration, emphasizing in economics, Bill spent years at various companies thoroughly learning the ins and outs of the title business. He served as a marketing manager and closing presenter before pursuing the opportunity to obtain his own company. In 2003, Bill established himself as
President of Empire Title, which quickly became one of the fastest growing and most successful Title Insurance companies in Colorado Springs.

Bill’s management experience continued to expand as he became managing member of Mac Marketing and Consulting, LLC, a company which acquires and sells real estate and offers consulting to real estate professionals. In 2007, Bill instituted the Pikes Peak School of Real Estate, which provides various instructional courses and continuing education classes for real estate professionals. In 2008, Bill responded to a changing economy by creating Short Sale Solutions, LLC, which facilitates short sales for real estate agents. In 2010, Bill was instrumental in organizing the Peak Producers. This is a non-profit organization made up of the top 10% of real estate agents in the Pikes Peak Multiple Listing System (PPMLS).

Bill is esteemed for his ability to interact easily with others and for his dedication to the business. His honesty, integrity, commitment, and genuine concern for all he works with
distinguish him as a true leader in the real estate industry.

Bill McAfee

Bill McAfee is a leading real estate professional who has weathered the ups and downs of this demanding industry for nearly 30 years. Bill has been a major player in title insurance and offers extensive expertise in areas such as rules and regulations, contracts, foreclosure and short sale, and real estate investing. His career has been punctuated by years of study, professional growth, teaching, and administration.

After graduating from St. Mary’s of Plains College with a degree in Business Administration, emphasizing in economics, Bill spent years at various companies thoroughly learning the ins and outs of the title business. He served as a marketing manager and closing presenter before pursuing the opportunity to obtain his own company. In 2003, Bill established himself as
President of Empire Title, which quickly became one of the fastest growing and most successful Title Insurance companies in Colorado Springs.

Bill’s management experience continued to expand as he became managing member of Mac Marketing and Consulting, LLC, a company which acquires and sells real estate and offers consulting to real estate professionals. In 2007, Bill instituted the Pikes Peak School of Real Estate, which provides various instructional courses and continuing education classes for real estate professionals. In 2008, Bill responded to a changing economy by creating Short Sale Solutions, LLC, which facilitates short sales for real estate agents. In 2010, Bill was instrumental in organizing the Peak Producers. This is a non-profit organization made up of the top 10% of real estate agents in the Pikes Peak Multiple Listing System (PPMLS).

Bill is esteemed for his ability to interact easily with others and for his dedication to the business. His honesty, integrity, commitment, and genuine concern for all he works with
distinguish him as a true leader in the real estate industry.

Rob Lynde

Rob Lynde, Employing Broker and Co-Owner of MileStone Real Estate established in 2007, managing over 500 residential rentals and averaging over 25 sales transactions a year. Colorado Real Estate Division Education Task Force member since 2012, member of 2013 Property Management Task Force, 2019 Rule Review Committee, and 2022 Commission Position Statement Review Committee.  Founding Member of the Colorado Landlord Legislative Coalition (CLLC) and past president of Colorado Springs Chapter of the National Association of Residential property Managers.