Association of Progressive Rental Organizations

Join Us at the Ronald Reagan Building for APRO’s Legislative Dinner

APRO’s 2019 Legislative Conference reception and dinner will be held at the majestic Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, sponsored by RentDirect Nationwide.

You are cordially invited to join us at the majestic Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center for APRO’s 2019 Legislative Dinner made possible by the sponsorship of RentDirect Nationwide. This unique experience will take place in the building’s rotunda in part of APRO’s 2019 Legislative Conference, scheduled for April 9-11th in Washington, D.C.

On Wednesday evening, after a full day of no-doubt-successful meetings on the Hill, rent-to-own advocates will come together at the Ronald Reagan Building’s rotunda for good food, cool drinks, and a casual debriefing. The building, named for U.S. President Ronald Reagan, is the largest structure in D.C. – at 3.1-million square feet – and is the first and only federal building dedicated to both government and private use. You won’t want to miss the breathtaking views of the nation’s capital from the venue’s balcony or, for the heights-phobic, safely behind floor-to-ceiling windows, as you share your extraordinary experience visiting Congressional members with your RTO peers.

For more information on this year’s Legislative Conference, click here, or contact us at legcon@rtohq.org.

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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.