Pawnbroker Peer Groups
Connect with like-minded pawn professionals on a monthly basis to brainstorm, share insight and learn – free with membership.
About Pawnbroker Peer Groups
NPA Membership includes a place in a Pawnbroker Peer Group. Much like the roundtable sessions at Expo, this is a consistent virtual roundtable of pawnbrokers who meet every month. It is an opportunity to connect with a small group of like-minded peers who have similar issues. There is no extra charge to join. The group members drive the conversation to problem solve, brainstorm, gather and use ideas from each other, grow, develop, and learn from one another.
Get to Know Your
Pawnbroker Peer Group Leaders
The NPA’s Pawnbroker Peer Groups are led by experienced pawnbrokers who come from all over the country and represent a variety of pawn store sizes and types. They are active members of the NPA and serve as a valuable resource to group participants.
Jeff Wilhelm
Jeff has been in the pawn industry for 35 years. He serves as Director of Store Operations for National Pawn & Jewelry, with twenty-three locations across North Carolina. He is a strong leader and is committed to helping change the perception of the pawn world, one member at a time.
Betsy Doucette
Betsy is the owner of Corbett Pawn in Loveland, CO. A CPA by trade, she leverages her unique background and passion for collaboration to lead engaging peer groups. With a fresh perspective on the industry, Betsy fosters a space where everyone’s voice is heard.
Randi Butterfield
Randi is the leader of the NPA’s Young Professionals peer group. She has been in the pawn industry since the age of 12 and currently serves as Manager of Big Dog Pawn, with two locations in Utah. She is a second-generation pawnbroker who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the under-40 group.
David Ehrlich
David is a third generation pawnbroker who has worked full time in the pawn business since 2012. He is the General Manager of City Pawn Shop,
a family business that has been operational since 1943. Currently, David serves on the Board of Directors for the Alabama Pawnbrokers Association.
Perry Lewin
Perry is the owner and operator of Decatur Jewelry & Pawn in Decatur, Illinois. A third-generation jeweler, Perry merged his extensive expertise in the jewelry industry with the pawn business to grow Decatur Jewelry & Pawn into one of the largest and most respected retail jewelry stores in the area. He is an active member of the NPA and has been a huge advocate for pawn at both the state and federal levels.
Are Pawnbroker Peer Groups Right for You?
Who: 25 people in each group from varying states and regions across the nation. Meetings are hosted by a fellow pawnbroker and administered by an NPA staff member.
When: Each group sets their own monthly meeting day. You will meet at the same time for the same length of time every month.
Commitment: Consistency will be important as the group will strive to keep the same members in order to build trust in the group. Your commitment is to simply show up and participate every month with your candid questions and comments.
Cost: NO COST TO NPA MEMBERS