High Point Market is the ultimate destination for all things design, offering endless product options and unexpected moments of joy. It’s not just about products, but also about the experience, with exciting events and opportunities that spark inspiration. Market week feels like a homecoming for industry professionals, making it easy to connect and build relationships. Whether you’re looking to discover new trends or transform your career, the opportunities here are life-changing. more info...
The next TRIB Retreat will be an amazing, all-inclusive Royalton Resort in amazing St. Lucia from May 3-8, 2025. With its breathtaking beauty, mountainous terrain, and small luxurious resorts, St. Lucia is a lush, verdant island with an under-the-radar reputation. Nestled on the northern tip of one of the most picturesque Caribbean islands, the Royalton Saint Lucia Resort offers upscale elegance for all ages. more info...
Welcome to LEAP, an exciting new leadership development program brought to you by APRO and TRIB Group. LEAP is designed to cultivate leadership skills within the RTO industry.
Each month, we’ll explore a new leadership topic through live Zoom sessions or in-person at Meeting of the Minds and RTO World. This program is open to both current and aspiring leaders within your company. While we encourage ongoing participation, each session is designed to stand alone, allowing you to join at any time without missing a step in your development. Plus, all sessions will be recorded and available for download, so your team can learn at their convenience.
Participants will have the opportunity to earn class credits by attending or watching the training sessions and completing a brief survey. Accumulating credits will lead to various certification levels, with potential rewards to be announced.
Speaker: Mike Tissot, Countryside Rentals Inc. dba Rent-2-Own
Topic: What does it take to move your RTO business from good to truly great? In this session, Mike Tissot brings the powerful concepts from Jim Collins’ bestselling book Good to Great into the world of rent-to-own.
You’ll explore how timeless business principles can be practically applied to elevate store performance, empower teams, and drive sustainable success. Whether you’re an owner, manager, or aspiring leader, this session will inspire you to think differently about what’s possible in your RTO business.
We invite you to join fellow Florida rental dealers for some great networking and big ideas!Join us on May 14 & 15, 2025 at the Hotel Haya for a welcome social, vendor show, and annual meeting! Get ready for an exciting meeting with new ideas, vendor presentations, and a chance to reconnect with colleagues!
ATTENDEE SCHEDULE
Wednesday, May 14th
7:00 PM FRDA VIP Happy Hour
Thursday, May 15th
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Annual Meeting
12:00-1:00 PM Lunch
1:00-4:30 PM Vendor Fair
4:30-6:00 PM Tampa Nights Party
(all events are located at Hotel Haya)
Speakers: Larry & Steven Carrico, SKC Enterprises Inc. dba Rent One and RNR of Missouri LLC dba RNR Tire Express
Larry and Steven Carrico will share how, over the past 30+ years, their team has created over 750,000 square feet of rental assets throughout the Midwest. It all started with a fire in 1996 and nowhere to go. The Carrico’s will discuss how to:
Negotiate a lease versus a property purchase and avoid the ‘gotchas’
Create a competitive advantage that banks want to see when working with real estate
Calculate a CAP rate to help understand one of your most prominent assets
Learn how to avoid personal guarantees, lower NNN, and create long-term renewals
Protect your core RTO business assets while enhancing your balance sheet with properties as the leverage
These and many other questions can help you win with real estate. Let’s talk strategy!
The VersiRent User Conference enables attendees to gain firsthand knowledge and experience working with the many features VersiRent currently offers. They also will learn about new features that will soon be available. These conferences are specifically designed for those who work with VersiRent on a daily basis – dealers and their key personnel. more info...
The annual Heartland of America Tradeshow and Seminar, hosted by the Missouri Rental Dealers Association (MRDA), brings together rent-to-own professionals from across the region for a day of networking, educational seminars, and industry insights. Attendees enjoy a tradeshow featuring key vendors and a variety of sessions designed to enhance business growth and collaboration within the rent-to-own community. This event has become a cornerstone for fostering connections and sharing knowledge in the Heartland region. more info...
Welcome to LEAP, an exciting new leadership development program brought to you by APRO and TRIB Group. LEAP is designed to cultivate leadership skills within the RTO industry.
Each month, we’ll explore a new leadership topic through live Zoom sessions or in-person at Meeting of the Minds and RTO World. This program is open to both current and aspiring leaders within your company. While we encourage ongoing participation, each session is designed to stand alone, allowing you to join at any time without missing a step in your development. Plus, all sessions will be recorded and available for download, so your team can learn at their convenience.
Participants will have the opportunity to earn class credits by attending or watching the training sessions and completing a brief survey. Accumulating credits will lead to various certification levels, with potential rewards to be announced.
Speaker: Justin Hosie, Hudson Cook LLP Don’t miss this live, interactive town hall where our legal experts will address your pressing questions about the rent-to-own (RTO) industry. From compliance with evolving regulations to managing contracts and protecting your business, this session provides practical, real-world insights tailored to the unique challenges of the RTO sector. Bring your questions and join a dynamic conversation designed to empower your business with the legal knowledge you need to thrive. Please join us on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 2:00-3:00 PM (Central Time).Click here to Register Now!This webinar is for APRO members only and is FREE to attend.Not a member yet? You’re missing out on exclusive resources, free monthly webinars, and more! Learn about our member benefits and join now to unlock everything APRO has to offer! more info...
Date: June 18, 2025
Location: Harrisburg Hilton Hotel | Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
PARD will host its annual meeting on June 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Harrisburg Hilton Hotel. The meeting will feature guest speakers, PARD elections, and lots of networking. If you’re interested in attending, please email Sandi Frye. more info...
Welcome to LEAP, an exciting new leadership development program brought to you by APRO and TRIB Group. LEAP is designed to cultivate leadership skills within the RTO industry.
Each month, we’ll explore a new leadership topic through live Zoom sessions or in-person at Meeting of the Minds and RTO World. This program is open to both current and aspiring leaders within your company. While we encourage ongoing participation, each session is designed to stand alone, allowing you to join at any time without missing a step in your development. Plus, all sessions will be recorded and available for download, so your team can learn at their convenience.
Participants will have the opportunity to earn class credits by attending or watching the training sessions and completing a brief survey. Accumulating credits will lead to various certification levels, with potential rewards to be announced.
Speaker: Dan Fisher, Blue Ocean Brands LLC dba Majik Rent-To-Own
Join us for an engaging Book Club discussion about the transformative principles from Patrick Lencioni’s best-selling book The Advantage, which focuses on organizational health as the ultimate competitive advantage. Dan Fisher will unpack practical strategies for leaders and teams to create cohesive, high-functioning organizations that outperform competitors and thrive in any market. You’ll leave this webinar with actionable insights to help you unlock the potential within your organization. You don’t even have to read the book – Just come and learn and be a part of the thought-provoking discussion. Plus, Dan!
The Full-O-Pep Annual Expo brings together store managers, vendors, and employees for a weekend of networking, team-building, and celebration. Held in Nashville, Indiana, the event features an expo, as well as a company-wide picnic and hog roast with activities like hot-air balloon rides, go-kart rides, and live music. The expo fosters a fun, engaging atmosphere that highlights Full-O-Pep’s commitment to servant leadership, teamwork, and employee appreciation. more info...
TRDA would like to invite you to attend our 2025 annual Membership Meeting, July 23-24, 2025, at the Courtyard Marriot Nashville Downtown.
This meeting should be fun, informative, and well attended. Attendees can arrive Wednesday afternoon at the Courtyard Hotel, gather in Gannon’s around 5:00 PM, and then walk to a special group dinner around 6:30 PM. Afterwards, you are free to enjoy a fun evening of entertainment in Downtown Nashville if you choose.
Thursday, we will have an informative annual meeting featuring our great industry vendors, eager to tell you about their products and current trends, as well as informative guest speakers. The meeting will start at 9:00 AM, and we will enjoy an offsite group lunch. Our meeting will conclude by 4:00 PM.
Please mark your calendars! The TRDA room rate will be $259. Hotel reservations and more event information will follow soon!
Las Vegas Market is the premier furniture, home decor, and gift trade show on the West Coast, hosted at the World Market Center in Las Vegas. The event offers an extensive range of products from global exhibitors and provides industry professionals with opportunities to network, explore new trends, and discover the latest innovations in the market. Las Vegas Market is held twice a year, with its Winter Market occurring in January and Summer Market in July. more info...
Get ready for the ultimate rent-to-own experience at RTO World 2025, co-hosted by APRO and TRIB Group! From August 11-14, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska, this is your chance to join the biggest event of the year. Connect with industry leaders, explore new opportunities, and be part of the excitement. Our teams are crafting an unforgettable event filled with learning, networking, buying, selling, and endless fun. Don’t miss out on what promises to be a game-changing experience! more info...
The annual Buddy’s Leadership Conference is a premier gathering where leaders from across the Buddy’s Home Furnishings network come together to share insights, collaborate, and explore new ways to make Buddy’s better. This dynamic event fosters innovation, strengthens leadership, and drives business growth through engaging discussions and strategic initiatives. Hosted at the beautiful Loews Royal Pacific Resort in Orlando, Florida, attendees enjoy a vibrant setting that inspires connection and forward-thinking leadership. more info...
The 2025 Midwest RTO Training Expo, hosted by the Ohio Rental Dealers Association, is a long-standing RTO event where employees receive top-shelf training on cutting-edge products directly from the vendors and manufacturers. We are back and ready to train and network at one of the best regional RTO tradeshows in America! Join us on September 16-17, 2025. more info...
Back by popular demand, here’s your chance to catch all the hottest sessions from RTO World 2025! You’ll get knowledge drops from all the most popular sessions and experience a knowledge flashback like no other. Get pumped and get registered for this new and beloved tradition!
Please join us on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 2:00-3:00 PM (Central Time). Click here to Register Now!
This webinar is FREE for APRO members. Non-members can register for $99.
