Education Department

ARMLS® Trainers teach at ARMLS’s five conveniently located training facilities throughout the Valley. The facilities are equipped with computers for individual hands-on instruction, and wireless Interent access for students who prefer to use their own laptop or mobile device.. ARMLS trainers also travel to a variety of training venues including sales meetings, RMS events, quarterly meetings, Broker training programs, etc. Contact them by emailing training@armls.com.

In addition to the ARMLS Trainers depicted below, ARMLS® certified title company reps have been certified and approved by ARMLS to teach flexmls.

Barbara Hoffman
Education Manager

Barb oversees the ARMLS Trainers and volunteer Title Trainers. She works closely with department heads to ensure that interaction internally and externally with ARMLS is a positive experience. Since joining ARMLS in 2008 she orchestrated training and support during the flexmls conversion. Barb worked for Long Realty Company in Tucson for thirty-five years where she moved through the company ranks to serve as the Operations and Human Resources Director for eleven years. She is a former REALTOR® and has been a trainer and board member of the Sahuaro Girl Scout Council for many years. Barb professes a passion for helping REALTORS® achieve their goals.

Jennifer Mathus
Training and Support Specialist

Jennifer has worked in the real estate industry for many years as a Mortgage Banker and an Account Executive. After training and writing curriculum to coach new Agents, Jennifer discovered a passion for helping REALTORS® build their business. She feels invested in the success of the Subscribers she educates, and brings extraordinary dedication to ARMLS training. Jennifer has held many leadership positions in a variety of organizations and is the founder of a local networking organization. She is a member of Women’s Council of REALTORS®, Arizona Real Estate Educators Association and American Society of Training & Development. Jennifer is a certified Life Coach and volunteers with many non-profit organizations.

Candace Wren

Training and Support Specialist

Candace joined ARMLS in 2010 as a Data Integrity Analyst eventually moving into the Education Department as an Education and Technology Professional. With a strong background in real estate owned (REO) properties, she is well versed in Broker Price Opinions (BPO), property rehab and offer and negotiation. Before joining ARMLS Candace developed training curriculum on Multi Form BPO software and the BPO processes for agents and staff. She relates well to Subscribers and understands the challenges they face daily. Candace’s self-described strengths are her detail organization, customer service and technology skills. She holds a BS in Cross Cultural Missions and spent her practicum in the Philippines working with needy families.

Marcy Rich
Training and Support Specialist

Marcy Rich has been training Valley REALTORS® since 1994 when Moore Data Management Services brought the transition to a totally computerized database. In 2002, Marcy joined ARMLS. She is now a veteran of three MLS conversions. Marcy trains at the ARMLS® Training Facility, and travels off-site for group and individual office instruction. She brings her passion, enthusiasm, high energy, and humor to make her training a memorable experience. She holds a Master’s degree in Human Relations Management/Organizational Development. Marcy is a past board member of the American Society of Training and Development and Toastmaster’s International, and received a certification in mediation.

Michael Muriett
Training and Support Specialist

Michael joined the ARMLS Support Services team in 2011, with 20 years experience in sales, customer service and retail management. His exceptional people skills, expertise in understanding and explaining technology, plus his previous teaching experience earned Michael the position of Training and Support Specialist in 2012. He has served as a Before and After School Program Director, district Volunteer Coordinator and a school board member for two years. Michael prides himself on his ability to train flexmls® Web and other ARMLS technology offerings in terms that are easily grasped by Subscribers. He is a proud husband and father of a blended family of six children, and a vocal advocate for cancer awareness in young men.