Three term Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler visited Tiger John Cleek’s Aaron’s store in Columbia on April 1. Cong. Hartzler and her husband Lowell own 4 farm implement stores in Missouri so she knows the joys and struggles of small business.
Rep. Hartzler has been a supporter for RTO throughout her tenure co-sponsoring industry supported legislation. She spent 45 minutes in the store interacting with customers and associates and welcomed by all.
“She is a very genuine, caring person wanting to learn more about her constituents. Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler is a great example of what is right in our government,” reflects Cleek.
Tiger John Cleek, one of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award winners, has spent a quarter century involved in APRO especially legislative advocacy. The recent Rep. Hartzler store visit represents this year’s initiative to invite members of Congress to their individual stores to meet with employees and customers.
(Photo left to right; Jeff Meyer CAM, Darryl Darling Asst Mgr., Shawn Oligschlaeger GM, Kenyette Glenn Sales Mgr, Tiger Cleek, Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler, Jermaine Turner PT, and Josh Adams Customer Ser. Tech.)
View APRO’s Flckr page for more photos from other In-store district meetings.
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.