In a recent transaction between Showplace Rent To Own and Aaron’s Rents, Showplace acquired the agreements from Aaron’s in two locations – Delaware OH and Marysville OH.
Showplace President Gary Ferriman stated, “We have a lengthy history and commitment to each of these towns and their customer bases, opening Delaware in 1991 and Marysville in 1993. Effectively doubling the size of each store, Showplace is well positioned to be the industry leader in those communities.”
Speaking to Showplace’s commitment to growth, Showplace Vice President Keith Ferriman said, “We are excited at this opportunity and look forward to continued growth in those and other markets.”
Showplace has 13 stores throughout central and northern Ohio. They have been APRO members since 1988. Gary is APRO’s past president and has served on the APRO board for many years. Keith is a board member for the Ohio Rental Dealers Association.
The Showplace Delaware address is 288 S. Sandusky St. and the Showplace Marysville address is 461 Coleman’s Crossing Blvd. 
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.