Board of Directors
Jim Kuhlmann
Chair
Jim Kuhlmann is the founder and CEO of JMAG, LLC, and a seasoned leader in the shed and rent-to-own industries with nearly two decades of experience. He has played a pivotal role in the founding and growth of several shed industry companies, including manufacturing, rent-to-own, shed-specific software, and the popular nationwide shed sales website ShedsForSale.com. Jim continues to shape the industry’s future through strategic leadership and innovation, with a focus on building legacies that last. His passion for bringing people together and fostering collaboration has been a driving force in uniting professionals across the industry.
Chase Venable
Vice Chair
Chase Venable is the Chief Financial Officer at JMAG, LLC, bringing over 17 years of leadership in finance and banking, with deep expertise in commercial lending for the rent-to-own and equipment financing industries. An integral part of the JMAG team since its early days, Chase applies strategic vision and industry insight to drive growth and long-term success. A dedicated community leader, he has served in roles such as Chair of the Mercy Health Foundation, President of the Kiwanis Club, and is the current Vice Chair of the National Shed Rental Association. Chase’s passion for uniting people and building lasting partnerships reflects his commitment to legacy-minded leadership.
Dave Miller
Treasurer
Dave is CEO of SmartPay Rentals and a deacon at All Saints Church. He is passionate about building God's kingdom through business and community. Dave and his wife Anne live in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania with their 7 rowdy and wonderful children.
Phone: 717-951-0201
Email: dave@smartpayrentals.com
SmartPay Rentals
P.O. Box 322 Leola, PA 17540
Tanner Leibee
Secretary
Tanner has been in the shed industry since 1996. Through sales, deliveries, management, and now as an active owner in the shed RTO world—he coaches teams across two states. His real passion in the business world is growing leaders and watching others be empowered. Tanner and his wife Rebecca spent 10 years in intercultural ministry in sub-Saharan Ghana. Personally impacted by the stories of Jesus, he started and leads an orality storytelling movement in South Sudan that equips national leaders. They live near Winston-Salem, NC with their four kids.
Nick Garrard
Legal Advisor
Nick Garrard was born and raised in the Mississippi Delta. He graduated cum laude from Ole Miss in 2003, and from Ole Miss School of Law in 2006. Nick advises rent-to-own companies on a variety of day-to-day legal issues, and assists them in efficient handling of accounts and business practices. He also represents these clients as creditors in bankruptcy cases, and assists in collections and replevin matters. Nick has experience engaging and managing local counsel throughout the country, and overseeing these cases to ensure client satisfaction. Nick and his wife make their home in Jackson, Mississippi with their two kids.
Leann Burkholder
Member
LeAnn Burkholder, partner/managing director of Burkholder Management, LLC, joined the RTO industry in 2009 and transitioned to COO in 2015. LeAnn currently serves three RTO companies with accounts in 7 states, including North Carolina, Virginia, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Montana and is known for her passion and perseverance. As a champion of stellar customer service and the integration of Christian values & principles, LeAnn enjoys leading her team in daily operations that support these goals. Her passion for time optimization and integration find outlet in business and overflows in her private life where she mentors and speaks periodically on Daily Rhythms, Time Management, and Education as Atmosphere, Discipline and Life. Wife, and mom of three, LeAnn avoids boredom successfully by juggling business, and personal life. Inherently curious, a foodie and traveler, LeAnn is always game for the next adventure.
Phone: 803-594-2309
Email: leann@burman.biz
Burkholder Management, LLC
315 N Main Street Suite 1, Salisbury, NC 28144
Phil Falls
Member
Mr. Falls is founder and President of RTO National. RTO National operates throughout the US and is the largest provider of rental purchase and installment financing for backyard storage products in the industry. His primary focus is the overall operation of the business including strategic planning and day to day operations. Prior to founding the Company, Mr. Falls was with River Capital, a private equity fund in Atlanta, GA where he was involved with acquiring and operating various businesses that were River Capital portfolio companies. Prior to River Capital, Mr. Falls assisted in the start-up of Emergent Equity Advisors, a Greenville, SC based mezzanine fund and Emergent Business Capital, an SBA 7(a) lender which became one of the top 10 SBA lenders in the country. Mr. Falls has served as an officer of Tronair, a manufacturer of aviation equipment, and as a Board member of Consumer Product Enterprises, a manufacturer of consumer felt products. He has also participated at the board of directors level with several private businesses in industries ranging from telecommunications services, telecommunications equipment distribution, and retail music. Mr. Falls received a B.S. in Finance and MBA from Clemson University.
Tiffany Hutchison
Member
Tiffany, a trailblazer in the Portable Building and Rent-to-Own industry since 2004, has played an instrumental role in shaping industry advancements and elevating standards within our trade. With an impressive career trajectory, she currently excels as a Public Relations and Project Manager at Heartland Capital Investments, LLC, driving innovation and excellence in the field. Her ability to foster strategic partnerships, combined with her keen eye for detail, ensures seamless project execution and effective communication that continues to propel the industry forward.
Paul (PD) Weaver
Member
PD Weaver is the second-generation owner of RentaBarn, a rent to own provider for the shed industry since 2004. Located in Salisbury, North Carolina, RentaBarn serves customers throughout the southeast and central US. His first foray into the shed industry was in 1999 in Pennsylvania as a manufacturer of shed delivery trailers for several years. After a brief detour in retail, he began working with his father in the RTO industry as an accounts manager for RentaBarn in 2009. Today, PD helps lead an amazing team at Evergreen RTO Management, doing full-service RTO management for not only RentaBarn, but a growing list of clients in the shed industry. PD resides in Salisbury, North Carolina with his wife and four daughters, plus a son-in-law.
Phone: 704-798-1456
Email: paul@rentabarn.com
RentaBarn, LLC – PO Box 310 Woodleaf, NC 27054
Timothy Watson
Member
Timothy Rudolph brings over 23 years of hands-on experience in the Rent-to-Own portable shed industry. He started working in the field at just 17 and has been involved in nearly every aspect of the business—including manufacturing, hauling, sales, delivery, and installation. Over the years, he’s held leadership roles as Director of Operations for several companies, earning a reputation for his practical approach and strong problem-solving skills. Timothy is a collaborative leader who values clear communication and teamwork. His experience and well-rounded perspective make him a trusted and respected figure in the industry.
Cory Hilgendorf
Member
Cory Hilgendorf serves as the President of AFG Rentals, LLC, having joined the RTO industry in 2018. His primary commitment is to build a resilient team and leverage business as a ministry to positively influence employees, customers, and partners. A proponent of developing scalable structures and challenging the norm, Cory brings a fresh perspective to the RTO landscape. His authentic enthusiasm for people and the company's core values is evident in his dedicated efforts to embody these principles. At the heart of AFG's mission is making a meaningful impact in the community for the kingdom, a top priority for Cory and his leadership team. Originally from Michigan, Cory now resides in Cleburne, TX, with his wife Hillary and their five children. Cory takes pleasure in sharing common interests, such as hunting and fishing, with his business partners, emphasizing the importance of cultivating strong relationships that foster genuine teamwork and positive growth. As a member of C12, a group designed for Christian CEOs and Executives, Cory benefits from a framework that facilitates gathering, compelling, and equipping Christian business leaders. This membership empowers leaders to achieve excellence in their respective fields. Cory firmly believes that by putting God first and taking care of your people, the rest will fall into place.
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