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Rent-to-own News - RNR Holds 8th Annual Conference and Expo in Orlando

December 14, 2011

Watch out Orlando, Florida based RNR Custom Wheels & Tires gears up for the 8th Annual Conference & Expo, January 16-19, 2012 at the Reunion Resort and Club in Orlando, FL.
 
More than 100 attendees are planning to attend the conference along with industry leaders and suppliers including American Tire Distributors, Benefit Marketing Solutions, Myers Tire Supply and Velocity Wheels NY to name a few.
 
RNR’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament, held at the Reunion Resort, the only resort in the world to bring together three Signature Courses by Nicklaus, Watson and Palmer, is scheduled for January 16th.

“For the second year in a row, this tournament will feature a mini-golf clinic," said Chanelle Washington, Corporate Meeting Planner for RNR. "Many of our attendees look forward to this event every year. What better way to enjoy the Florida weather than on the golf course."
 
The conference includes a T.E.A.M RNR Kick Off Mixer, held at a private estate home on the property, our coveted Awards Banquet honoring our franchisees and store managers, a four hour Expo hall for our vendors to exhibit their products and run specials and much more.
 
“In 2009, we started a Manager’s Meeting/Training during our conferences and it’s been a hit," said Larry Sutton, owner and founder of RNR Custom Wheels & Tires. "This year, I am personally presenting my “Nobody Walks” and “8-Step Sales Process” revised sales presentations that are essential to closing more deals. I can assure you that every attendee will walk away with a plan to increase their business.”  
 
The deadline for room reservations is December 16th, if you need assistance with this, please contact Chanelle Washington at CWashington@rnrwheels.com or 813.977.9800 x 17.

For more information on franchising opportunities with RNR Custom Wheels & Tires, contact RNR Vice President of Franchising, Vince Ficarrotta by phone 813/977-9800 x 17, by email or visit the company website at www.rnrwheels.com.
 

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