Headquartered in Keller, Texas, the National Pawnbrokers Association (NPA) was founded in 1987 to support the growing network of responsible pawnbrokers in the United States. As a trade association, the NPA is the industry’s only national association. The Association offers guidance to pawnbrokers on how to be involved on a local, statewide and national basis. In addition, the NPA offers members compliance training related to the federal, state and local laws that apply to the industry.
Our Vision
To provide our members with the resources and support for enhancing the image and acceptance of pawnbrokers through action, representation and Best Practices.
Our Mission
To accurately represent pawnbrokers and their interests through education, mentoring and legislation.
Past Presidents
• 2009-2011 David Crume
• 2007-2009 David Adelman
• 2005-2007 Fran Bishop
• 2003-2005 Ed Bean
• 2001-2003 Brian Smith
• 1999-2001 Doin Loftis
• 1997-1999 Paul Edge
• 1995-1997 Pat Stovall
• 1993-1995 Bob Stogner
• 1991-1993 Charles Jones
• 1989-1991 Louise Seawright (First President)
• 1988 Miley O’Neal (Founder)
