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The Galleria 9626 N. Kings Hwy
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
OUR MISSION: Our goal at PREA is to the raise the standard of education in Real Estate and to provide the latest tools, information, and technology while upholding the utmost customer service to our students.
Pinnacle Real Estate Academy commits to bringing you top quality Instructors and Guest Speakers for all of our courses.
Not only in-person but online too!
Jennifer Nicely stands out as a vibrant entrepreneur, engaging speaker, TV Co-Host, and author, driven by her enduring passion for both real estate and empowering individuals. Her journey in the industry, which began in 2004, is marked by her commitment to imparting her wealth of knowledge. As an avid educator, she takes joy in guiding others to realize their aspirations for success through comprehensive learning. At the helm of Pinnacle Real Estate Academy as CEO/BIC/CDEI/GSI, Jennifer plays a pivotal role in every facet of the organization, from crafting the curriculum to actively teaching in the classroom, ensuring an innovative and impactful educational experience.
Jennifer holds real estate licenses across SC, NC, GA, and TN, and is deeply involved in various committees and boards. She has been a dedicated member of the Sea Haven Board of Directors since 2014, a nonprofit aiding homeless youth, and is actively engaged with the National Real Estate Educators Association, including serving as the President Elect for 2024. Her roles extend to the SC Real Estate Commission’s Education Taskforce, Chairing their 2025-2026 Continuing Education Committee, and serving on the 2024 South Carolina Realtors Association Grievance Committee and the Professional Standards Committee. Pioneering as the charter President of South Carolina’s first Women’s Council of Realtors Network, Women’s Council of Realtors Grand Strand, she grew its membership to over 232, serving as its President through 2022 and 2023 which quickly became the second largest Network in the country. She is now the State Liaison of South Carolina for the Women’s Council of Realtors.
Jennifer’s educational journey includes graduating from the Coastal Carolinas Association of Realtors Leadership program (2019) and the Leadership Grand Strand Class of 43 program (2023). Her accolades are numerous, including the 2022 Realtor Image Award, the 2022 Real Estate Educators Association President’s Award, the 2023 Women’s Council of Realtors Grand Strand Leader of the Year Award, 2023 Real Estate Educators Community Service Award, 2023 Real Estate Educators Member of the Year award and leading Pinnacle Real Estate Academy, recognized as the Best Vocational/Real Estate School in the Grand Strand for nine consecutive years. Jennifer’s contributions include developing and successfully launching the National Real Estate Educator’s Library. In her leisure time, she co-hosts “Getting Real with Real Estate,” a weekly TV show on WMBF.
Beth Williamson, a seasoned Realtor® and Broker with 23 years of experience in South Carolina’s real estate industry, has built an impressive career marked by early achievements and continuous professional growth. Starting her journey at Century 21 Bratcher in Conway, Beth swiftly earned her Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and Graduate of Realtor® Institute (GRI) designations, followed by many more. She is passionate about education and professionalism in real estate, serving on the Professional Education Advisory Group with the Coastal Carolina Association of Realtors and as Membership Director on the Board of Directors for the Women’s Council of Realtors Grand Strand. Beth also co-leads a WCR Mastermind group for small brokerages and is on the brink of earning the prestigious Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) designation.
In addition to her educational and professional contributions, Beth has a 15-year business partnership with Sammie Jo Lewis, forming the Core 1st Realty Group in Aynor. Her commitment to education recently led her to the REEA Conference in Las Vegas, where she earned the Gold Standard Instructor (GSI) designation. Beth is dedicated to providing a strong educational foundation for Pinnacle Real Estate Academy students.
Balancing her professional life with a rich family life, Beth describes her husband as the funniest and sweetest man, with whom she shares two sons, daughters-in-law, and two dogs. They enjoy boating and traveling together. A writer as well, Beth’s book, “I Just Want to Pee Off the Porch,” which captures her experiences as a rural Realtor®, is set to be released in the coming months.
Jason possesses an extensive array of leadership and instructional abilities honed over years of experience across diverse industries. Graduating from Ferris State University in 1999, he commenced his professional journey in capital equipment and technology sales, cost accounting, and process development, contributing to the printing industry for over 15 years. Eventually, he joined a select team of specialists supporting the United States market for the global company Fujifilm.
In 2009, with the support of his wife Mandy and their four children, Eliza, Ashton, Spencer, and Myles, Jason made the decision to relocate from Michigan to the Myrtle Beach area, driven by a family-centered FAITH. Embracing this new chapter, he transitioned to the City of North Myrtle Beach Fire Department, swiftly showcasing his leadership and composure. Always dedicated to teamwork and nurturing others, he actively contributed to various departmental initiatives, including the Policy Committee, and served as a member of the Instructor cadre.
With a keen entrepreneurial spirit, Jason noticed a gap in the market concerning absentee property owners along the Grand Strand. Determined to provide a solution, he founded Carolina Shores Home Watch, fostering genuine connections with clients that transcended business relationships. Recognizing the potential to further assist clients in real estate endeavors, Jason obtained his Real Estate License in 2018.
Over the past five years, Jason has cultivated a loyal client base, guiding individuals in achieving their real estate aspirations along the Grand Strand. Leveraging his corporate background and real estate acumen, he has also supported various institutions in fulfilling their equity growth objectives in the Myrtle Beach segment. Active with various organizations and committees in the area including – Community Outreach and the CCAR Educational Advisory to name a few.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Jason’s devotion to his faith and family which he praises to be his cornerstones. Actively involved in his children’s community engagements and having previously fostered a child, he is committed to mentoring children as they navigate their career paths and emerge as leaders. Through his actions and teachings, Jason embodies the essence of an instructor, both in life and in real estate.
Dan is a proud life-long resident of the Carolina Coast. With his family’s business background, Dan knew early on that marketing and business would be his career paths. In college at East Carolina University, Dan held leadership and marketing positions with the Student Government Association while organizing recruitment programs for prospective students.
After graduating from ECU in 2019, he moved back to Calabash, NC on the Carolina border and held multiple positions within the Brunswick County government before becoming a marketing assistant with the Brunswick County Tourism Development Authority.
Having recently received his North Carolina real estate license, Dan was excited to merge his interests in marketing and real estate by joining the Pinnacle team as the Director of Marketing. Dan also really enjoys playing golf, watching sports, and spending time with his friends and family.
Victoria Green is a dedicated professional and lifelong resident of Myrtle Beach. Her academic journey began at St. Andrews Catholic School and continued at the Academy for the Arts, Sciences, and Technology (AAST), where she demonstrated her intellectual prowess in the STEM program and the Pre-Medicine major. Her commitment to community service, developed through initiatives like canned food drives, altar serving, choir performances, and the “Teddy Bear Clinic,” highlights her dedication!
Victoria’s noteworthy academic performance and community involvement earned her memberships in esteemed societies such as the National English Honor Society, The National Honor Society, and Beta Club, as well as the Health Occupations Students of America. Her exceptional ACT scores led her to the distinguished Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Program and acceptance to Clemson University.
Intrigued by the world of real estate since her childhood, Victoria decided to embrace her passion after a year at Clemson University. Raised by and around Realtors, she had a unique insight into the industry, which fostered her insatiable zeal for real estate. With her father’s inspiration, she began her journey towards licensure in 2022, enrolling in Pre-Licensing and Advanced Principles classes at Pinnacle Real Estate Academy, where she is now currently employed.
Whitney Boyd-Middleton began her real estate journey in 2018 with Pinnacle and has been a licensed real estate agent ever since. With a passion for helping others, she now applies her industry expertise as the Office Administrator at Pinnacle Real Estate Academy. Known for her warm personality, strong work ethic and exceptional organizational skills, Whitney is committed to making the real estate sales process and education experience smooth and rewarding for everyone she works with.
Originally from Roanoke, Virginia, Whitney and her family made the exciting move to Myrtle Beach in 2018. While supporting real estate education is her professional focus, faith and family are at the heart of everything she does. She met her husband, Brody, in 2013, and together they have a daughter, Berkleigh, who is a dedicated member of a competitive dance team. The family also includes three beloved dogs who keep life lively at home. Whitney also enjoys relaxing by the pool with a good book, supporting her daughter as a proud dance mom, and spending quality time with loved ones.