Executive Insights
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Philip Diehl
President
Philip N. Diehl is the president of U.S. Money Reserve and a published analyst of the precious metals markets. As 35th Director of the U.S. Mint (1994–2000), Diehl oversaw one of the most impressive government agency turnarounds in recent U.S. history through new product initiatives, increased oversight, strategic reorganization, and fiscal responsibility. His experience and expert knowledge in the field of precious metals strengthens U.S. Money Reserve’s commitment to a superior customer experience.
Edmund C. Moy
Senior IRA Strategist
Edmund C. Moy collaborates with U.S. Money Reserve as Senior IRA Strategist. A recipient of the Alexander Hamilton Medal for public service, awarded to him by then-Treasury Secretary Henry M. Paulson, Jr., Moy served as the 38th Director of the United States Mint (2006–2011). Among many accomplishments during his tenure, Moy oversaw one of the largest increases in volume of precious metals output in Mint history, as Americans turned to safe-haven assets in the wake of the Great Recession.
Angela Roberts
CEO
Chief Executive Officer Angela Roberts joined U.S. Money Reserve in 2003. Roberts has held numerous positions within the organization, culminating in her promotion to CEO in 2015. She is credited with creating the analytic and KPI structure at U.S. Money Reserve. Believing strongly that the people make the business, Roberts has positioned U.S. Money Reserve to be a trusted precious metal leader that always puts their customers and employees first. Learn more in her interview with Forbes.
John Rothans
Master Numismatist
Chief Procurement Officer and Master Numismatist John Rothans has been a key fixture in the numismatic industry for over 30 years. Rothans joined U.S. Money Reserve as a consultant in 2004, eventually becoming Chief Procurement Officer and overseeing all wholesale operations, new product lines, and coin strategy. Rothans is credited with the development, production, and distribution of proprietary product offerings, including U.S. Money Reserve’s best-selling Pearl Harbor and Iwo Jima coin series.
Brad Chastain
Director of Education
Brad Chastain joined U.S. Money Reserve as Director of Education after spending 18 years at Vanguard, one of the world’s largest and most respected investment firms. As a leader in Vanguard’s employee plan retirement education business, Chastain managed a team of specialists and was responsible for helping hundreds of thousands of clients plan and prepare for retirement. He and his team provided in-depth training and education on a variety of financial topics ranging from investments, diversification and risk management, to Social Security, Medicare and College Savings Plans. An in-demand speaker and recognized industry thought leader in the areas of retirement planning and wealth management education, Chastain is dedicated to helping U.S. Money Reserve clients reach their financial goals and build more secure futures with precious metals.
Recent Articles
Branches, Peaks, Leaves—Oh My! Nature’s Role on North American Coinage
From portraits of historical figures to regal depictions of animals, the images etched on North American coinage display the nation’s history and natural beauty. Move your coin knowledge from the forest floor to the canopy and learn about the symbolism of natural elements on gold and silver coins. The History of Coin Symbolism It is...
The Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow: An Origin Story
Of all the Irish myths that exist, the story of leprechauns and their pots of gold seems to have infiltrated American culture the most. You can’t go anywhere around St. Patrick’s Day without seeing posters of rosy-cheeked, red-haired fairies sliding down rainbows into cauldrons of gold coins. What’s the origin of the pot of gold at the...
Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima: Do You Know the Real Story?
On February 23, 1945, a photograph was taken of six U.S. Marines raising the American flag on the highest point of Iwo Jima. You’ve likely seen the photo, but have you really seen the men in the picture? Do you know their identities? Their stories? Until recently, most of the world didn’t. Join us as we honor the 75th anniversary of Iwo...
Riding the Economic Roller Coaster
Are recent setbacks in the economy only hiccups during a period of sustained growth or the start of a significant decline? Even the experts agree it’s hard to tell, but when your money is on the line, this uncertainty can be crushing. Anyone paying attention to the markets knows that the last few weeks have been tumultuous, with reports...
New Worries, New Recession Predictions: Here’s What Analysts Are Reporting
Global economic growth is likely to be the worst this year since the Great Recession of 2008–2009, according to Bank of America Global Research, and that’s based on headwinds of all kinds. Learn about the new fears that are drawing new recession predictions from analysts across the country. Worrisome Global Growth In a research note...
What Is Rhodium, and What Is Rhodium Used for?
The price of rhodium has soared recently. What about this precious metal makes it so appealing, and what’s behind the recent rhodium frenzy? Learn more about this unique precious metal as we share various global insights. What Is Rhodium? According to the Live Science website, rhodium is a silver-white metallic element that’s highly...
Preparing for the Costs of Tomorrow
There may be no blessing on earth greater than a new child. Ask parents from all over, and they will tell you about how much they love their son or daughter and how important their children are to them. It's because of this love that parents put extraordinary effort into raising their children. Parenting is an incredible journey, with...
How Is Gold Refined and Processed?
Do you think you have to be a chemist to understand how gold transforms from a “rock” in the ground into the American Eagle you hold in your hand? Think again! We’ll walk you through how gold is refined and processed and highlight the key role that the U.S. Mint plays in producing some of the world’s most sought-after gold coins. From...
Free Special Report: 25 Reasons to Own Gold Now
Uncertain times at home and abroad continue to make gold shine as a safe-haven asset. The price of gold jumped more than 18% in 2019. That was gold’s best annual performance since 2010. Now experts envision that the gold rally will gain even more momentum in 2020 as economic and political uncertainty lingers. In our latest Special...
Knowing What You Have
It may seem fairly straightforward to know how much money you have. Open your wallet, look at your bank accounts, and add it all up, right? However, when you start looking at assets beyond that, things can get fairly murky. Many people often have extremely valuable things, as well as complex financial assets, and don’t know their worth....
Where Does Gold Come From?
A rare and precious material crashes onto our planet from the far reaches of space. Its beauty inspires artists and leaders of nations alike, and millions of people hold on to it for generations. It sounds like the plot of a summer blockbuster, right? But it isn’t. What we’re talking about here is physical gold. Have you ever wondered...
The Legacy of President Washington
George Washington never wanted to be president. He especially didn’t want to be the first president of a new nation. While he dedicated himself to the fight for independence and contributed everything he could to the founding, his aim wasn’t to be the leader of a new nation. He would have rather been a farmer than the leader of a new...
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