A Special Message from the California Pawnbrokers Association President, Diane Taylor

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The California Pawnbrokers Association is the voice for thousands of California’s unique and diverse professionals who combine to create a dynamic and prosperous industry.

For more than a half century, California Pawnbrokers Association (formerly the Collateral Loan & Secondhand Dealers Association or CLSDA) has been the guiding light, setting policies and continually improving the business climate for its members throughout the state. Our strong advocacy at the local and state levels combined with the passion of our members has promoted CAPA to the forefront of creating a better business climate for all pawn brokers, secondhand dealers and coin dealers in California. We work to ensure the very highest quality of professional and ethical conduct and strive to bridge strong relationships between our brokers and dealers and legislative, law enforcement and other regulatory agencies.

As President of this dynamic organization, I thank each and every one of our members who have dedicated themselves to making California a better place to do business through their involvement with and commitment to CAPA.

If you are not a member, please take a few moments to visit our site and see all that we offer, and how much we have accomplished on your behalf.

Please contact me should you have questions or comments.

Thank you for visiting us.

Welcome to the California Pawnbrokers Association

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California Pawnbrokers Association (CAPA) is an association of pawnbrokers and secondhand dealers and is the only one of its kind in California. CAPA’s members strive to maintain the highest level of ethical conduct by following established best practices and adhering to federal, state and local laws and regulations.

Since it’s founding in 1956, we have served the interests of tens of thousands of responsible pawnbrokers and secondhand dealers. The association serves it’s membership through legislative advocacy, professional education, industry programs and legal resources. Our members strive to be valued and respected by their communities by taking part in community outreach programs, as well as encouraging and fostering good relationships with law enforcement, state legislators, local government and community leaders.

Not yet a member? Please join us!

CAPA Members Take Action in Sacramento

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Members of the California Pawnbrokers Association set out in Sacramento to gain support for Assembly Bill 391 (Pan). The group, lead by Bill Duplissea, walked the halls of the Capitol Building today to meet with various legislators and educate them about the benefits of the proposed bill.

Thanks to all who’ve taken action to support CAPA’s efforts on this legislation.

Assemblyman Ricardo Lara Event A Success

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The California Pawnbrokers Association held a special reception in honor of   Assemblyman Ricardo Lara, representing California’s 50th Assembly District.

The event was held at BG Loan & Jewelry on January 12th. In attendance were Bell Gardens Mayor Jennifer Rodriguez, Mayor Pro Tem Sergio Infanzon, Downey City Councilman Fernando Vasquez, as well as other distinguished City Council Members and local business owners.
 
Attending from CAPA was President Diane Taylor, First Vice President Tony DeMarco, Executive Director Kim Andosca, CAPA Lobbyists Bill Duplissea, Attorney Jon Webster, Treasurer Mike Herda, and several other CAPA members.
 
Assemblyman Ricardo Lara recounted how the Assembly Speaker asked him to run for Senate. He expressed his surprise at being asked, having just recently being elected to the Assembly.
 
Bill Duplissea also spoke about several new pawn laws that went into effect on January 1st.

Later in the evening, team CAPA gave out free posters of California rates to hang in memebers’ stores. It was a fantastic event to start the new year.

We would like to thank Assemblyman Lara and everyone who attended for making this event a great success.

CAPA Board Meeting January 23-24, 2012

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All CAPA Members are invited and encouraged to attend the next meeting of the CAPA Board January 23-24, 2012, at the Hyatt Regency, Sacramento.

The schedule is as follows:

Fundraiser for Dr. Pan at Larry Anapolsky’s shop (flyer attached):
    •    Monday, January 23, 8 – 9 a.m.

Board Meeting – Lunch provided :

    •    Monday, January 23, 9:30 a.m. -  5 p.m.

Walk the Halls of the Capitol:

    •    Tuesday, January 24, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

If you can attend all or part of the meeting, please RSVP to Kim Andosca at 209-786-5115 or by email to kandosca@caltel.com.

Mourning the loss of a great friend – Bob Goldstone

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Our Beloved Mentor Bob and Jari Goldstone on the Queen Mary during the CAPA Convention in October

It is with great sadness that we have lost one of our industry’s best friends this year, our beloved Bob Goldstone. Bob was a true gentlemen, and he loved the Association with all of his heart!

Bob remained active on our Board of Directors even after selling his shop several
years ago. The California Pawnbrokers Association voted to make Bob the “Treasurer Emeritus”. He always was supportive and involved. Bob and Jari attended the conventions and board meetings whenever they could. We are very pleased that Bob was able to be with us at our last convention in Long Beach, and we will miss him very much.

Media Interest in Pawn Industry Spikes During the Holidays

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Members of the California Pawnbrokers Association continue to garner media attention as reporters, journalists and TV broadcasters show continued interest in the surge of holiday pawn shopping.

Most recently, Don Belville of Best Collateral Pawn Shop spoke with reporters from CBS 5 News in San Francisco about the improved in the pawn industry’s image and the growing trend in business. According to the report, business at Best Collateral is up 25% compared to only 2% growth in other brick-and-mortar stores.

“With only a few shopping days until Christmas, some shoppers aren’t flocking to the malls, but to pawn shops. Nationwide, pawn shops are reporting higher sales.”

Read the full report.