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National Pawnbrokers Association
Rick Harrison and his father Richard Harrison opened their doors at Gold and Silver Pawn in 1988 and have been members of the National Pawnbrokers Association since 1991, which in this business, makes them youngsters. They have supported their local and state legislators for years on behalf of the pawn industry. They understood the importance of contributing funds to PAC’s and fundraising activities, and this support has protected the pawn industry in Las Vegas and in turn, across the country.
President of the National Pawnbrokers Association Dave Crume said "Since the first episode of Pawn Stars aired on July 26, 2009, Rick and the gang at Gold & Silver Pawn have been winning over the American public. The television show, with Rick at the helm, has shown people something we knew all along: that pawnbrokers are cool."
Rick Harrison and the crew at Gold and Silver Pawn have transformed the image of the American pawnbroker.
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In today's diverse society, many people depend on pawnbrokers to help them meet those daily financial needs not met by other financial institutions. Our customers represent the working families of America who have an unexpected need for short term cash. Pawn loans keep the electricity on, the rent paid, and cars working and full of gasoline.
Today's pawnbroker may be a small business owner operating a single location or an entrepreneur with a larger company owning multiple locations around a city or a state. This growing, competitive industry is working hard to upgrade the image of pawnbrokers and to offer needed services to the public.
The National Pawnbrokers Association encourages its members to give back to the community, and offers guidance to pawnbrokers on how to get involved locally.
Working with law enforcement has always been an important part of being a pawnbroker. Pawnbrokers comply with all federal, state and local regulations and laws and in most jurisdictions they provide local law enforcement with data on all of their transactions on a daily basis.
NPA works to provide pawnbrokers nationwide with resources and tools to strengthen the pawn industry. NPA members are committed to operating their business in such a manner as to enhance and promote the positive and professional image of all pawnbrokers. Members believe in establishing positive and long-lasting relationships with local, state and federal government officials. NPA serves nearly 2600 members nationally from the main office in Keller, Texas.
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