Association of Progressive Rental Organizations

Fuse 2016 Vendor Event: Kickoff with Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament at Monte Carlo Night

Covington, KY – Monte Carlo Night with Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament benefitting the APRO Scholarship Foundation sponsored by Symbol Mattress, ATN Corp and Rental Salesworks. Go ALL IN to help the APRO Scholarship Foundation, socialize with new and old RTO friends, play Monte Carlo games and, if you choose to play Texas Hold ‘em, compete to be crowned that night’s champion. Event to be held at River’s Breeze Clubhouse, a fabulous indoor/outdoor venue with spectacular views of the Ohio River and Cincinnati skyline. While only 2.2 miles from the APRO Convention hotels, transportation will be provided to and from the event or you can drive yourself, Uber, or take a taxi. Monday, May 9, 2016 6 pm – 11 pm River’s Breeze Clubhouse 380 Pinnacle Way Ludlow, KY 41016 Transportation will depart from the Marriott Hotel beginning at 5:45 pm circling back and forth between the party venue and the hotel about every 20 minutes. Welcome Reception featuring open bar and eats provided by Texas Joe, The Legal Mexican and nationally-known caricature artist Nick Nix doing caricatures. You can see his work by clicking here. There will also be a Grand Prize Symbol Luxury Award Trip Giveaway brought to you by Symbol and Rental Salesworks. This is an all-expenses paid, 7-day luxury cruise of the Caribbean vacation scheduled for early November. 7:30 pm Texas Hold Em’ Tournament & Monte Carlo Night gaming begins Texas Hold ‘Em Details Tournament starts at 7:30 pm $125 Buy In 50/50 Split of proceeds to winner & APRO Scholarship Foundation While all are welcome at the party, Hold ‘Em players should register in advance to hold their seat. Please click HERE. Not playing Hold ‘Em? Join the action at the other Monte Carlo Gaming tables for your chance to finish in the money or just relax and enjoy the view with good food, drink and friends! About the cruise: Celebrity Cruise lines has been ranked by Travel Weekly as the Best Premium Cruise Line for the last 8 years. The winner will be vactioning with a number of the rental dealers and retailers who have earned their way onto the trip. Most winners include 35-50 couples, both rental and retail dealers. This is not an APRO sponsored event

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Mike Tissot

Countryside Rentals Inc., dba Rent-2-Own

Mike grew up in the rent-to-own industry under the guidance of his father, former APRO President and RTO legend Darrell Tissot. For nearly 25 years, Mike’s innovative leadership has helped expand the family business to more than 40 stores across Ohio and Kentucky while also shaping the industry as a whole.

He has served as President of the Ohio Rental Dealers Association, an APRO board member and Treasurer, and President and Treasurer of the TRIB Group. His contributions have earned him the APRO President’s Award of Excellence and the title of APRO Rental Dealer of the Year.

Outside of RTO, Mike enjoys time at the lake house or in Orange Beach, Alabama, with his girlfriend, Angela Strong McCool. A passionate Cincinnati Reds fan, he rarely misses a game, whether watching or listening alongside his parents. He also takes every opportunity to visit Arizona, where his daughter is currently attending Arizona State University.