The RTO Show: "Let's talk Rent to Own"

The RTO Show Podcast is the podcast for the rent-to-own industry, hosted by Pete Shau, an industry insider with more than 20 years of experience in RTO operations, sales, leadership, marketing, and store growth.

Each episode brings candid conversations, practical insights, and real stories from the people shaping the RTO community, including operators, vendors, association leaders, store teams, industry veterans, and innovators helping move rent-to-own forward.

Pete’s conversations are built for seasoned veterans, newcomers, owners, managers, vendors, and anyone who wants to learn from the shared experiences, hard-earned lessons, and fresh perspectives inside the rent-to-own industry.

From lead generation, lead management, customer behavior, store traffic, door swings, sales process, collections, training, recruitment, and leadership development to technology, CRM integration, mobile-first shopping, Google ranking, Facebook ads, video marketing, advocacy, APRO, TRIB Group, RTO World, LegCon, and the future of the rent-to-own business model, The RTO Show helps listeners understand what is really happening in RTO.

If you work in RTO, serve the RTO industry, or want to better understand the people, challenges, trends, and opportunities behind rent-to-own, The RTO Show Podcast is your insider’s guide to the industry’s pulse.

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Guest

Gary Ferriman

Gary Ferriman is a pioneering leader in the rent-to-own (RTO) industry with a distinguished career spanning more than four decades. As Founder of Showplace Inc., he grew the business from selling televisions out of his home in 1981 into a successful multi-location operation known for its customer-focused approach and strong family foundation.

Ferriman has also played a significant role in shaping the RTO industry through leadership and advocacy. He served two terms as President of the Association of Professional Rental Organizations (APRO) from 2014 to 2016 and contributed extensively to legislative efforts, including helping establish Ohio’s rent-to-own laws.

A respected mentor and speaker, Ferriman has influenced countless industry professionals through education, leadership, and collaboration. His contributions were recognized with numerous honors, including APRO’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

The RTO Show: "Let's talk Rent to Own"

Gary Ferriman

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