Published articles, interviews, educational material and pawn-industry commentary from Pawnshop Consulting Group.
Decades of Pawn Industry Knowledge & Commentary
For decades, Pawnshop Consulting Group has contributed educational articles, interviews, presentations, commentary and professional insight to the pawn industry in the United States and internationally.
PCG’s published and educational work reflects real-world experience in pawnshop operations, financial performance, management, valuations, mergers and acquisitions, customer service, industry trends and strategic business development.
Published Works & Industry Contributions
Industry Articles & Commentary
Articles and professional commentary addressing pawnshop operations, financial performance, management, profitability, industry trends and the changing business environment.
Interviews & Media
Interviews, industry discussions and media contributions providing perspective on pawn operations, business strategy, transactions and developments affecting pawnbrokers.
Conference & Educational Material
Educational presentations, management programs and conference material developed for pawnbrokers, managers, industry associations and professional audiences.
International Pawn Industry
Commentary, educational work and professional contributions reflecting PCG’s involvement with pawn businesses and industry organizations in markets around the world.
Topics Covered by PCG
PCG’s published work and educational programs have addressed a broad range of subjects affecting pawnshop owners and managers, including:
- Pawnshop financial performance and KPI management
- Loan growth, loan yield and portfolio management
- Inventory turns, aging inventory and gross margins
- Employee productivity and compensation systems
- Management development and operational accountability
- Pawnshop valuations and business value
- Mergers, acquisitions and business sales
- Exit planning and succession strategy
- Customer experience and community involvement
- Marketing, e-commerce and changing consumer behavior
- Industry trends, technology and strategic planning
- International pawn-industry practices and development
Industry Education & Speaking
In addition to published material, PCG has presented educational programs for pawn-industry associations, conferences, management groups and professional organizations throughout the United States and internationally.
These programs are built around practical application—giving owners and managers strategies, metrics and management tools they can take back to their businesses and put to work.
Explore Current PCG Insights
The PCG Blog continues this tradition with current articles, management guidance, financial analysis, transaction commentary and observations about issues affecting the pawn industry today.
Looking for a Specific Article or Presentation?
PCG’s archive spans decades of industry participation. Additional historical articles, interviews, presentations and published material will continue to be added to this resource as archival material is digitized and organized.
If you’re looking for information on a particular pawn-industry topic, contact PCG directly. We may already have an article, presentation, checklist or educational resource addressing it.
DECADES OF EXPERIENCE. KNOWLEDGE SHARED.
Put PCG’s operating experience, financial perspective and pawn-industry knowledge to work for your business.