Sixteen Years of Stewardship, Growth, and Gratitude as PERG Begins Its Next Chapter

| PERG News: June 2026 |

Dear PERG Membership,

It has been my privilege and pleasure to serve as PERG Manager from 2010 to 2026.

During that time, I have been fortunate to work alongside an exceptional group of people, the PERG Council and the ESTA staff, and help develop many of the programs and initiatives that have strengthened our community and delivered value to members. Together, we built RENTAL GUARD; partnered with AICP on industry-standard Terms & Conditions and PERG/AICP networking events in LA and New York, created educational meetings and events; launched the Equitable Workforce Initiative with Netflix; introduced PERG Coffee Breaks; developed back-to-work protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic; established professional lens technician training with Duclos Lenses; initiated rental software user groups; expanded access to premium identity verification services; and much more. 

Most rewarding of all has been the opportunity to get to know and work with the leaders of rental companies—large and small—across the United States and beyond. Your dedication to professionalism, innovation, and service has been both inspiring and educational. Throughout my tenure, the Council has remained focused on advocating for issues that affect us all, strengthening the value of ESTA membership, bringing the industry together, and making it easier to do business. 

Having helped guide PERG to this point, I am transitioning out of my role and handing the reins to new leadership between now and the end of August. I do so with tremendous confidence in the future of the organization and enthusiasm for what lies ahead. 

Thank you for your support, partnership, and friendship over these many years. It has been an honor to serve this remarkable community.

Harry Box