2009 Rent-to-Own Convention and Buying Show

APRO's big show returns to the City of Lights!

August 30-September 2
Paris and Bally's, Las Vegas

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Paris and Las Vegas share the nickname “City of Lights.” But you don’t have to settle for one over the other—enjoy both at the same time! APRO returns to Paris and Bally’s in Las Vegas for the 2009 Rent-to-Own Convention and Buying Show, August 30–September 2. It’s the RTO industry’s favorite destination and the must-attend event of the year. This year, we’ve added some new features, such as the opportunity to take advantage of two buying shows—APRO’s and BrandSource’s.

 
APRO’s 2009 extravaganza is the right place, the right time and the right show for you—in the Cities of Light. What happens in Vegas is très magnifique!


An Expanded Event
APRO’s 2009 Rent-to-Own Convention and Buying Show features more options. In addition to finding great deals in the APRO exhibit hall, you’ll have access to new buying opportunities in the BrandSource exhibit hall. There will be more free food and social/networking opportunities, with two continental breakfasts and two complimentary lunches. 

THANK YOU
APRO 2009 Sponsors!

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APRO "Hot Show" Auction

Don’t pass up on this fast-paced auction of specially priced products from APRO exhibitors. Come ready to buy—these are deals you can’t afford to miss! Exhibitors, Hot Show proposal deadline July 31.
Download proposal form here.

 

"Best Rent-to-Own Ideas" Contest

APRO’s rapid-fire “best ideas” session will give you invaluable information to take back to your stores and it’s your opportunity to share great business ideas with others. Participants will vote for the best of the best ideas and  winners will receive casino chip prizes.

 

APRO Buying Show Specials

During APRO’s Buying Show, more than 100 vendors exhibiting products specifically for the rent-to-own industry will offer show specials that you will not be able to get anywhere else. All valid purchase orders written at the show will be entered in a drawing for cash prizes!

  

Business-Enhancing Seminars

Top speakers and rent-to-own experts from across the country will present the information
you and your employees need to expand your business. This is the only annual educational program geared specifically to rental dealers.
Click here to view this year's Roundtable and seminar information

 

APRO's Rental Roundtable

This insightful forum has become one of the most popular events at the APRO Convention. The hottest
rent-to-own topics will be discussed. Don’t miss this chance to share information with your peers. To review the results of 2008 All-Industry Roundtable session, log on to APRO's e-Communities.
Click here to view this year's Roundtable and seminar information

 
Networking
Social events with great food and entertainment are always a highlight of the APRO Convention. This year's Cocktail Party will feature a live concert by a well-known entertainer. The APRO President's Reception will recognize legislative activity by association members. The annual Awards Banquet will offer an elegant evening honoring the best and brightest in the rent-to-own industry.
Click here to view this year's social and special events


Golf Tournament
Always a popular event, don't miss this year's Tom Kitchens/Joe Eason Golf Tournament.


RAE Awards
APRO's Rental Advertising Excellence Awards competition recognizes the creative advertising efforts in our industry. The winning entries will be on display in the exhibit hall during the Buying Show.
Click here for more information on the RAE Awards and to download an entry form
 

A Favorite Location
APRO is back at its most popular convention location—fabulous Las Vegas! Paris and Bally’s have hosted some of our most successful conventions in past years. In surveys, APRO members have urged a return to this favored location. APRO’s 2009 Rent-to-Own Convention and Buying Show is right where you wanna be!

   

  


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From the High Touch 2008 Users Conference Welcome Reception Album
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RTOHQ: The Magazine
RTOHQ: The Magazine is the Association of Progressive Rental Organizations' award-winning rent-to-own industry magazine, and it's available here.
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Complete issue of RTOHQ: The Magazine | November-December 2009
Download the entire November - December 2009 issue of RTOHQ: The Magazine by clicking on the link above (PDF).

 

Legislation Happens
Rent-to-own dealers, employees and vendors will unite on Capitol Hill February 23–25 to tell the rent-to-own story to members of Congress and their staff. We encourage you to be a part of this lawmaking process, because—-with or without you—-legislation happens.

 

Uniting the States of Rent-to-Own
by Kristen Card
State rental dealer associations play a vital role in maintaining the health of the rent-to-own industry. In this issue, we profile a handful of these groups—in Missouri, Illinois, Georgia, Florida and Pennsylvania—and chart the expanding array of services they provide to members.

 

Crapshoot in the Courthouse: RTO in State Supreme Courts
by Ed Winn III
Justice is supposed to be blind, unbiased, impartial—-but we know better. Take, for example, the decisions of state supreme courts when the primary rent-to-own issue-—lease vs. sale-—has been presented to them. The message from these cases is clear: the courthouse can be a dangerous place for RTO dealers.

 

Economic Forecast 2010: Ready for a Rebound?
by Phillip M. Perry
Maybe 2009 was tough, but as a business survivor, you can congratulate yourself on your hardiness and take steps to capitalize on a rebound.

 

Vendor Spotlight: Ashley’s Ron Wanek
by Tiffany Hamburger
Ron Wanek’s Midwestern roots and work ethic, combined with abundant artistic talent, have helped assure that Ashley is seated at the top of the furniture industry.

 

Cover illustration by Barry Fitzgerald

 

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