APRO’s President’s Circle Award honors state associations that have distinguished themselves through outstanding leadership, community involvement, and legislative advocacy over the past year. Multiple associations may receive this recognition, and all honorees become contenders for the prestigious State Association of the Year Award.

The 2025 President’s Circle Award was presented to seven associations whose work exemplifies excellence in advancing the rent-to-own industry:
- Arkansas Rental Dealers Association (ARDA), President Michael Skehan
- Florida Rental Dealers Association (FRDA), President Chris Kale Jr.
- Illinois Rental Dealers Association (IRDA), President Kelly Martin
- Kentucky Rental Dealers Association (KYRDA), President Bill Howard
- Missouri Rental Dealers Association (MRDA), President John Cleek, Jr.
- Ohio Rental Dealers Association (ORDA), President Keith Ferriman
- Tennessee Rental Dealers Association (TRDA), President Chris Bolin
These associations have shown remarkable commitment to their members and to APRO’s mission, strengthening the rent-to-own industry through education, advocacy, and service.
APRO proudly congratulates the 2025 President’s Circle Award recipients, celebrating their leadership and their dedication to the RTO community.