Our Amazing Crew
Ryan Marx
ryan@edi-mn.com
(507) 696-5577
Owner/Instructor
I began with EDI as an instructor in Rochester in 2010 shortly after it was founded. Months later I started the first EDI program outside of Rochester at PEM, and eventually transitioned into the ownership role for all MN operations. I have been a high school teacher for 22 years and have a true passion for students' safety and well being. I have seen first-hand the tragic results of driving mistakes made by new drivers, and the devastating effect it can have on families and communities. At EDI our mission is to instill a deeper understanding of all that is involved in the responsiblity of driving, and truly take each student's skills to a higher level.
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I have included contact information for instructors, however this should only be used for last minute scheduling changes or issues. Instructors cannot schedule driving hours over the phone, this must be done via the student portal. For all other questions, please use our contact link above or call 507-993-2708
Rochester & surrounding area
Office Admin
Contact Barb with any questions or concerns
Barb Marx
admin@edi-mn.com
(507) 993-2708
Behind-the-Wheel Instructor
Alexi has been with EDI the longest and is committed to Building Safe Drivers. He is our primary Classroom Instructor and almost all EDI students know Alexi for his fun demeanor and straight forward education.
Alexi Paizis
alexipaizis@gmail.com
(507) 254-7470
Behind-the-Wheel Instructor
Rebecca is our most requested instructor, and completes more behind the wheel lessons each month than any other instructor. She is dedicated to each student and has great attention to detail.
Rebecca Nye
mye711@gmail.com
(507) 279-9955
Dover/Eyota Driving Instructor
The King of Dover/Eyota Driver's Ed :) Damon is our primary classroom instructor at D-E, providing classes in the fall, spring, and summer.
Damon Hammel
DAMONHAMMEL@deschools.org
(507) 273-1765
Behind-the-Wheel Instructor
Dustin’s calm and patient demeanor, as well as excellent road knowledge provides an outstanding experience for the students.
Dustin Peterson
peterson105@gmail.com
(651) 347-7155
Behind-the-Wheel Instructor
Excellent rapport with students as they find trust and value in what Isabel says.
Isabel Cardenas
(507) 251-0282
Classroom and BTW Instructor
Chris is a career long educator in the Rochester area and a fantastic addition to our team. His positive personality, and sense of humor make great connections with students.
Chris Jones
chjones6562@yahoo.com
(507) 421-2459
Classroom & Behind-the-Wheel Instructor
One of the most sincere people you'll meet. He truly cares about his students.
John Pereda
johnkpereda@gmail.com
(507) 250-7366
Behind-the-Wheel Instructor
Experience and patience. Bob knows what he is doing and always gives 100%
Bob Hunskor
mrhunskor@msn.com
(507) 884-9594
Classroom and BTW Instructor
Aaron has been with EDI for many years. He is patient and truly focused on the success of our students.
Aaron Armstrong
aarona16@gmail.com
(507) 696-6347
PEM Driving Instructor
Adam has been teaching driver's ed at PEM since 2014. His dedication to students' skills and safety in unparalleled!
PEM Driving Instructor
German born, Michael brings his own brand of fahrvergnugen to EDI!
Michael Heppner
mhppner@isd2899.k12.mn.us
(507) 517-0500
EDI East - Winona & La Crescent
Winona & LaCrescent Lead
Keeping the East Side at its best!
Adam Newbloom
Founder of EDI
I built EDI from the ground up in 2009, the year my Twin Daughters were born. After spending 7 years as a Deputy Sheriff and seeing the need for safer drivers on our roads I wanted to create something to help all parents feel more confident when their teen becomes a solo driver. Driver's education has a poor image because so many programs are not providing the level of education your teen needs. I care about your teen's safety and the base of education they need to lower their risk as a teen driver.
I also firmly believe a program should evolve with the new challenges drivers face. Complex driving tasks like "over-steer and under-steer become second nature for students when they understand it. The physics of driving as well as understanding technology and its function is another important component to our program. EDI is a step above the rest as I understand first hand the tramau a serious car crash can have on a family. Thank you for considering EDI.

