Staying Ahead: Mastering NAR's Evolving Practices - In-Person

Colt Halloran is a dedicated agent with Genesis Insurance in Downers Grove, Illinois, known for his commitment to providing tailored insurance solutions. 

With almost 10 years of insurance industry experience, Colt has a passion for client care. With Genesis Insurance, Colt is able to leverage cutting-edge technology to compare rates from over 30 top-rated insurance carriers, ensuring his clients receive the best coverage at competitive prices. He takes the time to understand each client’s unique needs and customizes policies to protect them from their specific risks. 

Outside of his work at Genesis Insurance, Colt is an active member of Mainstreet REALTORS®, the largest trade organization for real estate professionals in Illinois. He serves as the Chair of the Affiliate Partners Committee and is a member of the Young Professionals Network Committee. Colt’s exceptional contributions were recognized in 2024 when he was honored with the prestigious Affiliate Partner of the Year Award. 

Colt’s unwavering dedication to client satisfaction and his leadership in the real estate community make him a trusted expert in both insurance and professional development.

David is passionate about helping young people understand the wealth-building effects of buying a home, and about making "the impossible" happen every day. He guides people down the path to successful homeownership and personal independence, all the while providing exceptional service.

David began his career in financial services serving people in retail banking, from community-based credit unions to large national banks. He took this background knowledge and combined it with his passion for helping people achieve their goals to become a mortgage loan originator and independent mortgage broker. He has earned the Certified Mortgage Advisor™ and the Certified Veteran Mortgage Advisor to better advocate for veterans and the VA loan in the state of Illinois. David is an Affiliate Partner of Mainstreet Organization of REALTORSâ where he serves as a member of Mainstreet’s Young Professionals Network Committee.

For the last two years, John Sintich has been working as a REALTOR® in the South Suburbs of Chicago, where he was born and raised. John's major focus is educating clients on local market conditions, the home search and home selling process, and the process of getting under contract to the closing table so that his clients can make the most confident home buying and home selling decisions. This is John's first year serving as a committee member of the Mainstreet Young Professionals Network.

Prior to becoming a Partner/Owner at The Katris Law Group, LLC, Themis obtained his law degree at The John Marshall Law School, where he clerked for the Honorable Judge Anthony Kyriakopoulos and received the Hellenic Bar Association Scholarship. 

Themis worked at a high volume real estate transactional firm in Hinsdale where he handled over 40 files at a time and gained valuable experience necessary to assist his clients looking to buy or sell residential properties and maintain honest and ethical relationships with various Title Companies, Broker Firms, Mortgage Companies and Insurance Agencies.   Themis also has valuable experience representing clients for property tax appeals at the Cook County Assessor and Cook County Board of Review.  Themis' number one priority is having constant communication with his clients and making sure he is readily available to answer any questions they may have.  

Themis is a member of the Hellenic Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association and the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce.  Themis was recently recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for the years 2020 & 2021

In his free time, Themis enjoys spending time with his wife, Sophia and his son, Dimitri, playing basketball and hosting his annual 3v3 Basketball Tournament that has donated thousands of dollars to various charities and causes. 

*Fluent Greek and Conversational Spanish

Sara Kolpek is a dedicated real estate professional recognized as part of Mainstreet REALTORS® 2024 Class of 20 Under 40 for her exceptional contributions to the industry. With a background in education, Sara seamlessly transitioned into real estate, where her determination, creativity and trustworthiness have become hallmarks of her success.

Growing up immersed in her mother Beata's thriving real estate career, Sara developed a deep understanding of the industry from a young age. Today, she proudly partners with her mother at Platinum Partners Realtors, blending decades of experience with innovative ideas to deliver unparalleled service to buyers and sellers alike.

A trailblazer in digital marketing, Sara focuses on expanding their social media presence and exploring new ways to connect with clients. As a Certified Staging Consultant (CSC), she specializes in highlighting a home's unique features to secure successful sales. Her expertise is further backed by her designations as an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) and Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE).

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Sara is an active member of the Mainstreet Young Professionals Network Committee, contributing her skills and insights to the next generation of REALTORS®. When she’s not working, Sara enjoys spending time with her beloved dog, Bianca.