What is included in a conference pass?

Full Conference Registration - All sessions on the agenda, all receptions: 1 ticket to the Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, breakfast and breaks on Tuesday. Welcome Reception on the Expo Floor on Tuesday, 1 ticket to the Gala Dinner on Wednesday, access to the Exhibit Hall including lunch and coffee breaks on Wednesday, admission to the Jewelry Exchange on Monday 12:30 - 5:30 pm and Tuesday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.

Exhibit Hall Only Registration – Access to the Exhibit Hall, including the Tuesday Welcome Reception and lunch on Wednesday and Brunch on Thursday as well as coffee breaks on Wednesday.  NO SESSIONS are included with this ticket. 

Guest Ticket – Admission to the Welcome Reception on the exhibit hall floor on Tuesday and the Gala Dinner on Wednesday

Who is eligible to attend?

Attendance at the NPA Pawn Expo is open to any owner or designated employee of a pawn store.  Manufacturers, suppliers, or distributors that do not own/operate a pawn store must purchase an exhibit booth to participate in the convention.

Members attending who are not the primary contact in the NPA membership records (store employees, partners, etc.) may be asked to provide documentation of employment from the pawn store or partner relationship (pay stub, W2, or K1).

Non Member Requirements
Non-members must provide a copy of their pawn license, documentation of employment at the pawn store or partner relationship (pay stub, W2, or K1) which is required to be uploaded during the registration process.  Questions can be sent to amy@nationalpawnbrokers.org.

Expo Policies
No one under the age of 16 years old will be permitted to attend Pawn Expo, including the Trade Show.
Name badges must be worn for identification and admittance into all Pawn Expo functions. Lost or stolen badges must be reported to NPA staff or convention security immediately.

Need to confirm your membership? 
Please contact Amy Kehoe at amy@nationalpawnbrokers.org or at 817-337-8830 ext 1.

GIA Sessions fee is non-refundable after June 21st.  It is transferable between classes or between registrants based on availability. 

Name Time More Info
Sunday, July 20, 2025
Board of Directors Meeting2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday, July 21, 2025
Conference Registration Open7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Overview of Laboratory-Grown Diamonds ($45.00)
Sold Out
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
GIA® Training SessionOverview of Laboratory-Grown Diamonds(Pre-registration required, limited to 50 attendees)8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Industry Insights: Sell More Jewelry at Higher Prices with Display Ideas and SecretsPresented by: Box Brokers Group9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Industry Insights: Identifying Lab-Grown Diamonds with Advanced Detection MethodsPresented by: Yehuda9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Industry Insights: What FFLs Should Expect from Trump’s ATF and Inspection Updates for 2025Presented by: NSSF9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Advanced Laboratory-Grown Diamonds ($45.00)
1 remaining
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
GIA® Training SessionAdvanced Laboratory-Grown Diamonds(Pre-registration required, limited to 50 attendees)10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Industry Insights: Jewelry Industry Updates and the Resurgence of Natural DiamondsPresented by: Bluestone Trading10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Industry Insights: The Power of Marketing and How To Drive Traffic To StoresPresented by: Pawn One Trading10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Industry Insights: Expectations of a Pawn Software System: What You’re Getting vs. What You Deserve Presented by: Shergo Systems10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Industry Insights: Heat Up Your Firearms Sales: Strategies for Type 02 FFL Holders to Boost Summer BusinessPresented by: Armslist12:30 PM - 1:20 PM
Industry Insights: Growing Your Pawn Shop with Compliant MarketingPresented by: Strive Marketing Studio12:30 PM - 1:20 PM
Industry Insights: Trends in International Watch Crime and How to Protect Your Business and ReputationPresented by: The Watch Register12:30 PM - 1:20 PM
Technologies Used for Diamond Screening Devices - Advanced ($45.00)
3 remaining
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
GIA® Training SessionTechnologies Used for Diamond Screening Devices(Pre-registration required, limited to 50 attendees)12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Jewelry Exchange Open12:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Understanding a Diamonds Value - Advanced ($45.00)
Sold Out
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Breakout Session: FirearmsPanel Discussion: Johnny Whiteside, John Bocker, Jeremy Powell, Chelsea Dunbar Burnette, Robert Barnett10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Continental Breakfast8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Don't Miss Out: The Best Conversations Happen at Table Talks!9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Conference Ends11:00 AM

Please review the Pawn Expo Policies