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Association RevUPAPRO's Advocacy Fellowship and How Momentum Drives the Future“How do we continue to sustain this for another 30 years?” If sustainability, advocacy, partnerships or a new generation of members is of importance for your association, this is a 13-minute episode you won't want to miss. Find out how the Association of Progressive Rental Organizations (APRO) is engaging a new generation of members to advocate for its industry in Washington. And, how a long-term relationship between APRO and vendor-member Ashley Furniture was the key to making it happen. You’ll hear from APRO CEO Charles Smitherman and Ashley Furniture’s Mike Kays on a mentorship/fellowship opp...2025-07-0713 min
Fight Back with Libby ZnaimerKing Charles Delivers the Throne SpeechRECOVERING POLITICIANS: THE KING DELIVERS THE THRONE SPEECH
Tasha Kheiriddin is filling in for Libby Znaimer today. She is joined by George Smitherman, former Liberal MPP for Toronto Centre, Health Minister and Deputy Premier, Cheri DiNovo, former NDP MPP and Lisa Raitt, former Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada.
The King delivered the throne speech this morning, the federal NDP will not be getting party status, and what really happened between Emmanuel Macron and his wife during their visit to Vietnam?
HOW AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SHORTAGES ARE IMPACTING FLIGHT SAFETY
Tasha Kheiriddin is joined by John Gradek, a facu...2025-05-2752 min
The RTO Show "Let's talk Rent to Own"LegCon 2025: How APRO Advocates for the RTO Industry in WashingtonSend us a textHave you ever wondered who's looking out for the rent-to-own industry in Washington DC? In this eye-opening conversation, host Pete Shau sits down with APRO CEO Charles Smitherman to pull back the curtain on LegCon, the annual legislative conference that forms the front line defense for the $12 billion rent-to-own industry. Charles shares how this 31-year tradition continues to evolve, with attendance growing to 88 participants this year as industry professionals converge on Capitol Hill to educate lawmakers about the unique nature of rent-to-own transactions. You'll discover the meticulous planning that goes into or...2025-05-0555 minFight Back with Libby ZnaimerIsraeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's Strategic Visit to WashingtonRECOVERING POLITICIANS: THE LATEST ON THE FEDERAL ELECTION CAMPAIGN
Libby Znaimer is joined by George Smitherman, former Liberal MPP for Toronto Centre, Health Minister and Deputy Premier, Cheri DiNovo, former NDP MPP and Lisa Raitt, a former Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada.
This week, we've reached the halfway point of Canada's federal election race. Where are the leaders on the campaign trail and what does the latest polling suggest?
ISRAELI PM BENJAMIN NETANYAHU'S STRATEGIC VISIT TO WASHINGTON
Libby Znaimer is joined by Charles Freilich, Adjunct Associate Professor of Political Science at Columbia University and a former deputy...2025-04-0849 min
WillCo Sports Power HourWillCo Sports Power Hour – Nov. 4, 2024 The WillCo Sports Power Hour featured Nolensville's Eden Pietrzak and Ravenwood's Femi Babalola along with interviews with Nolensville assistant volleyball coach Jennifer Childs, Ravenwood's Jayden Smitherman and Raptor football coach Will Hester.2024-11-051h 13
The RTO Show "Let's talk Rent to Own"Behind the Scenes of RTO World w/ Charles Smitherman, CEO of APROSend us a textWhat makes an event truly unforgettable, even in the face of unexpected challenges like inclement weather? Join us for an in-depth chat with Charles Smitherman, CEO of APRO, as he pulls back the curtain on the immense planning and collaboration that made the recent RTO World in Orlando a grand success. Charles provides valuable insights into the intricate partnership between APRO and TRIB Group and the significance of pre-event activities like the legal summit and women's forum. These forums not only set the stage for the main event but also offer essential opportunities...2024-09-1653 min