Pawn Leaders

Tony Gallo specializes in security and loss prevention for higher risk businesses. He has more than 30 years’ experience in the security, audit, safety and emergency management field. Tony has a Bachelor of Security degree in Criminal Justice from New Jersey City University. He is a licensed security consultant and a published author. In this interview, Tony shares tips on protecting yourself and your assets.   [01:16] Tony has been in the pawn industry for over 20 years. He started working with a company called EZCORP (a pawn shop trade), where he was Director of Risk Management, Security, Audit and Emergency Procedures.   [03:46] Many pawnbrokers think that their security will not be compromised.   [04:17] “My goal is to prevent a robbery from happening.”   [05:34] “Sometimes, the cost of being proactive is way less than having to be reactive.”   [06:41] There are proven procedures that can reduce your exposure to shoplifters.   [10:21] It is recommended to put peepholes in the back door of your pawn store