July 19-22, 2026 | Paris Las Vegas
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Cliff Andrews has 20 years of experience serving as a chief advocate and advisor to association clients on public policy, public relations, and mission-focused association management in an ever-changing political and economic landscape. Cliff works in a bipartisan manner before Congress, regulators, and private sector stakeholder groups on a variety of policy issues, including small-dollar lending regulation. Cliff works tirelessly to make sure that key lawmakers are educated on the vital role pawn plays in the communities of America. His work is key to shaping the perception of pawn at the highest levels.
Throughout his career, one of Cliff’s greatest strengths has been his ability to engage constructively with diverse people in building productive, lasting relationships. Paramount to his success is a focus on accountability, diplomacy, consistently demonstrating competency on pertinent issues, and establishing trust. He is a true “Washingtonian,” born and raised in the nation’s capital. Cliff lives in Northern Virginia with his wife, daughter, son, and Alaskan Malamute.
GRC Chairman, LDPM, INC
As CEO of LDPM, Inc, Bill developed the Picasso Pawn brand consolidating 10 individually named pawn stores and seven different companies into one cohesive unit. He started in the pawn business almost 30 years ago as something to do “in between opportunities” and never left. Bill and his wife, Heidi, love to travel and a have a cat named Kiki. Bill is a graduate of East Carolina University and the GIA Diamonds and Diamond Grading program. He is also an avid Carolina Hurricanes fan. In his free time, Bill can be found either on the golf course or practicing his game.
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VICE PRESIDENT,
Fieldstone Jewelry and Pawn
Lisa Little has been a passionate member of the pawn industry since 1987 and was the first woman in the nation to become a Certified Pawn Professional®. After attending the University of Georgia, she and her father co-founded a chain of four pawn shops, along with numerous other businesses. In 2013, Lisa became CEO and Managing Member of all of the family businesses. In her spare time Lisa loves spending time with her daughters, Victoria and Alexandria, homeschooling, traveling, and serving as a Bible class teacher and youth education coordinator. She also loves genealogy, Agatha Christie and all things Jane Austen
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Moris Adato is a third-generation pawnbroker and GIA Graduate Gemologist. In addition to his pawn shop, CashCo, Moris founded JAGi Lab in 2015 to help pawnbrokers realize the full potential of their jewelry, diamond and gemstone inventory.
Elk River Trading Company
Fayetteville, TN
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Robert is the owner of Elk River Trading Company in Tennessee and specializes in firearms, jewelry, and pre-owned luxury handbags. He is a second-generation pawnbroker who has worked in the industry for nearly 30 years. Robert is a past president of the Alabama Pawnbrokers Association and currently serves as Vice President of the Tennessee Pawnbrokers Association. Robert is a General Class Amateur Radio Operator and lives with three senior rescue dachshunds in Huntsville, Alabama.
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Chelsea Dunbar Burnette is a member of the pawn industry with over a decade of experience, having begun her career in 2013.
Throughout her tenure, Chelsea has cultivated a deep understanding of the intricacies of the pawn business ranging from customer relations and regulatory compliance to market trends.
Chelsea is a passionate advocate for the positive impact of the pawn industry in local communities. She actively promotes how pawnshops provide accessible financial services and support to individuals in need, highlighting their role in local economies and community development.
Chelsea regularly participates in the NPA Legislative conference, Pawn Expo, in addition to industry focus groups. Continuing education in the pawn industry is a top priority for her and her team.
Kendale Pawn Shop
Sanford, NC
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Johnny and his wife, Tara, own and operate Kendale Pawn Shop in Sanford, NC. The store was opened by Tara’s father, Jimmy Johnson, in 1980, and Johnny has been running the store full time since 1986. A member of the North Carolina Pawnbroker Association for many years, he has served on the board in many capacities, including President multiple times. Johnny and Tara have been married for 33 years and have twin daughters, Rebecca and Katie, and five grandchildren.
Capital Pawn
Beth Anundi, alongside her husband Adam, founded, owns, and operates Capital Pawn in Salem, OR. As first-generation pawn brokers, they have raised their kids to love and work in the industry as second-generation pawnbrokers!
Beth graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Arts in Teaching. After 16 years of teaching at the college level, she is now enjoying helping others in the pawn world. Beth currently serves on the Oregon Pawn Association Board. Adam and Beth have been married for 26 years and have three grown children.
Discount Jewelry & Loan
Edward Best is the owner of Discount Jewelry & Loan in Shreveport, Louisiana, a modern pawn operation known for innovative merchandising, strong community engagement, and forward-thinking strategies that help reshape the industry’s public image.
A U.S. Army veteran who served during Operation Iraqi Freedom, Edward brings a disciplined, practical approach to leadership, growth, and customer service. With extensive experience in retail, lending, and secondhand goods, he has developed proven methods for increasing traffic, optimizing inventory, and using social media and modern marketing to reach new demographics. One of his most successful initiatives has been integrating sneaker resale into the pawn shop model—an idea inspired by his son, Kaiden—which helped connect the business with a younger customer base.
Beyond the store, Edward mentors young entrepreneurs, supports local schools, and leads charitable efforts, while helping pawnbrokers modernize, spot emerging trends, and build profitable, relevant stores.
Studio Two Luxury
Natalee is an 8th generation Texan, born and raised in Kerrville. She has worked alongside her family estate sale and pawn shop businesses all her life. She has been collecting vintage clothing, jewelry and handbags since she was 11 years old.
In 2020, she launched Gold Cup Live, and began selling pre-owned James Avery jewelry and designer handbags from her mother’s stores. In 2024, she rebranded to Studio Two Luxury, lovingly named after her aunt’s 1970s Ft. Worth hair salon. Today, she has sold thousands of designer handbags, accessories and pieces of jewelry through her online sales.
NSSF
John “JB” Bocker is an independent consultant for the National Shooting Sports Foundation and the Managing Director of FFL Consultants. JB provides expert guidance to firearms dealers around the country on various topics including ATF & state firearms compliance, physical security, internal operations and employee training.
FFL Consultants specializes in keeping their clients “ATF Inspection-Ready Everyday”. JB has more than 25 years of retail risk management, operations and regulatory compliance and regularly serves as an FFL subject matter expert, speaker and author at SHOT Show and FFL training events nationwide
Bayou Pawn & Jewelry
Pierce Rainey is a 3rd generation pawnbroker growing up working his Father‘s business with his brother. Bayou Pawn & Jewelry is a family owned business with five locations in South Louisiana and has been in business for 37 years. Currently he is the Manager of one of the locations and is an integral part of running the family business. As a graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University in 2020, Pierce entered in the industry with a Bachelors of Art in Business with a specialty in Human Resources.
Currently Pierce serves as a member of the NPA Young Professional Committee, and the Pawn Expo Committee. He has aspirations of holding office in the local Louisiana Pawnbrokers Association and the NPA. As an avid outdoorsman, Pierce loves to hunt and fish and has a strong interest in gaming technology.
Capital Pawn
Adam Anundi is the owner and operator of Capital Pawn, established in 2011 in Salem, Oregon, which has since expanded to 5 locations across the Willamette Valley. Prior to founding Capital Pawn, Adam worked in construction and later became a mortgage broker in 2001 and enjoyed buying and selling homes in the real estate industry.
His passion for assisting others led him to the pawn industry, where he combines his financial expertise with a commitment to customer service. Outside of his professional life, Adam enjoys outdoor activities such as hunting and fishing, and he values spending quality time with his family and traveling with his wife Beth as much as she can drag him away.