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Shawn DiLeo opens new RimTyme location in Chattanooga

shawn-dileoRent-A-Center Franchising International Inc. (RACFI) is proud to announce its newest RimTyme franchise location in Chattanooga, TN. Former APRO Board member – Shawn DiLeo of NuWave LLC., opened the new store as his 4th RimTyme location. The store located at 5787 Brainerd Rd in Chattanooga, TN showcases RimTyme’s newly updated store design. DiLeo’s customers can “Roll Today” on the latest custom wheels and tires. NuWave LLC., which has additional locations in Indianapolis, White Hall, OH and Lexington, KY has plans to open additional stores in 2017 & 2018. The Chattanooga opening is the RimTyme brand’s 39th location. Rent-A-Center Franchising International, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the Rent-A-Center Inc., is a national franchisor of approximately 230 rent-to-own stores operating under the trade names of “Rent-A-Center,” “RimTyme,” and “ColorTyme.”

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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.