Association of Progressive Rental Organizations

Legislative Conference

Save the dates April 8-10, 2025, to join your fellow APRO members at the 2025 Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. This is your chance to meet with lawmakers, share the vital importance of rent-to-own, and make your voice heard on the issues that matter most.

Each year, your presence in the nation’s capital helps shape the future of our industry and strengthens our relationships with key legislators. By consistently showing up, we ensure that when the time comes to advocate for our industry, our legislators already know us, understand our concerns, and are ready to support us.

If you have any questions about the Legislative Conference or how to get involved, please contact us at info@rtohq.org.

APRO members will once again flood the halls of Congress at the APRO Legislative Conference on April 8-10, 2025, in Washington, D.C., and we want YOU to join us!

This is the most important event of the year for APRO and the rent-to-own industry. With a new administration taking office, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with incoming leaders, strengthen relationships with current legislators, and share the rent-to-own story – all while enjoying camaraderie with your RTO colleagues.

Each year, your presence in the nation’s capital helps shape the future of our industry. By consistently showing up, we ensure that when the time comes to advocate for our industry, our legislators already know us, understand our concerns, and are ready to support us.

New to advocacy work? No worries! APRO will train you to confidently share your story with America’s Congressional leaders, highlighting the vital economic impact of your stores in their states.

If you have any questions about the Legislative Conference or how to get involved, please contact us at info@rtohq.org.

Hear From 2024 Legislative Conference Attendees

Watch the short video below to hear directly from some of our 2024 attendees about their experience and why they believe it’s crucial to come with APRO to Washington, D.C. each year.

Video courtesy of Nationwide Marketing Group

Photos from 2024 Legislative Conference

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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.