LAST CHANCE TO RESERVE ROOM FOR CONVENTION
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The deadline for making your hotel reservations at the Marriott Louisville Downtown is Monday, June 21.
However, the APRO room block is getting close to being sold out so reserve your room today!
Make your reservations online here or call 800/533-0127.
Don’t forget to register for the convention also and book your airline travel with your favorite travel site.
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APRO Contest Deadlines Extended
The nomination and submission deadlines for APRO’s prestigious customer and employee of the year contests as well as for the association’s third annual scholarship award have been extended.
The new deadline for all APRO contests is this Friday, June 18.
APRO’s annual Employee and Customer of the Year competition is the "Academy Awards" of rent to own. Each year APRO recognizes those rent to own employees and rent to own customers who give back and who go beyond the call of duty, who inspire, help or sacrifice for the betterment of their families and/or communities.
APRO also provides an annual $2,000 scholarship to a rent to own employee or son or daughter of an employee of an APRO member company who seeks a higher eduction.
See full application information here. All scholarship application materials must be postmarked by June 18.
All winners will be recognized during APRO’s Annual Convention and Trade Show in Louisville, Kentucky.
Find the ‘Passion to Succeed’ at APRO’s keynote address
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APRO 2010 Keynote Address: The Passion to Succeed, The Power to Break Barriers
Jeremiah Wilson, ContactPoint
9–11 a.m., Wednesday, July 21
Sponsored by GE Consumer & Industrial and Simmons
This keynote address won’t put audience members on the edge of their seats—it will stand them on the tips of their toes.
“The Passion to Succeed, The Power to Break Barriers” will emphasize that we are responsible for our own success. Too often, excuses and complaints block companies from being their best. APRO’s keynote address will offer plenty of practical insights to help you do more and avoid making excuses.
Keynote speaker Jeremiah Wilson introduced his patented remote monitoring device, the Maculon, and the Sales Mentor System in 2001; it revolutionized sales and service training. Prior to founding ContactPoint, he served as a national sales and customer service training specialist and was assistant to the counselor of economics at the embassy of the Czech Republic. He holds a BA in International Relations from Brigham Young University.
Hotel Registration deadline June 21.
APRO hotel deadline June 21
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The deadline for reserving a room at the Marriott Louisville Downtown for the APRO 2010 Convention at the discounted rate is Monday June 21.
Haven’t decided if you’re attending yet or not?
The education alone is reason enough to be there.
Not to mention the legislative updates, industry information, and networking.
Don’t forget the fabulous social events, especially the Gala Party at Churchill Downs. Click here for link to discounted hotel reservations or call 800/533-0127.
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Register today! Hotel deadline June 21 for APRO discounted rate.
Convention Fashion Tips
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General attire for the APRO Convention & Trade Show is “business casual” in the exhibit hall, educational seminars and most other events. Go here for some ideas on casual attire.
For those special social events, you may choose to “dress it up” a bit. Here are some suggestions:
Gala Cocktail Party at Churchill Downs July 20:
Kentucky “Derby” attire is suggested, including fabulous hats for the ladies. Go here for ideas on appropriate derby attire.
Please note: Business Casual dress code is strictly enforced at Churchill Downs. No jeans, shorts, t-shirts, gym shoes, or midriffs are allowed.
APRO 30th Anniversary Awards Banquet July 21:
This annual event is the most important social event of the year in the rent-to-own industry. This is your chance to dress up and look your best. Semi-formal attire is suggested.
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The morning of July 20 kicks off at the Marriott Louisville Downtown with APRO’s popular Rental Roundtable. Attendees will break into three groups — store-level employees/managers, mid-level/multiple store managers and store owners/top-level managers.
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Rental Advertising Excellence Awards late entry deadline today
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APRO’s 2010 Rental Advertising Excellence contest will once again honor the best radio, television, print, direct market and Internet advertising campaigns created for rent-to-own businesses and companies over the past year.
In commemoration of APRO’s 30th Anniversary, entrants will also compete for a first ever "Best of Show" prize.
LATE ENTRY DEADLINE: June 1, 2010
Late entry fees: $45 per entry for APRO members
$90 per entry for non-members
Enter Today.
Click here to watch video of 2009 RAE award winners.
