Association of Progressive Rental Organizations

Congressman Steve Stivers Visits Rent-2-Own in Logan, OH

Congressman Steve Stivers (OH-15) visited the Logan Rent-2-Own store yesterday. He has long been a friend of the industry. Congressman Stivers has visited r2o stores in the past and continues to see the value in the transaction and is a huge supporter of small business.  

Countryside President, Mike Tissot, Congressman Steve Stivers and Logan Manager, Tom KigerThe congressman met with Countryside’s President, Mike Tissot and the company’s Logan manager, Tom Kiger. The congressman currently serves on the house financial services committee.

To see other visits, visit APRO’s Flckr page. Click here to join the effort and APRO will contact you outlining which members of Congress represent your stores, meeting ‘how-to’ details and to assist you with the meeting process to make it as easy as possible. For more information, please contact Richard May at 512/225-1051.

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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.