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
How to Tell If a Coin Is a Proof Coin
One gold coin is just like the next, right? Not so fast. When it comes to coins made from gold and other precious metals, you’ll spot not-so-subtle differences between proof coins and bullion coins. But how do you tell them apart? As America’s Gold Authority®, we’re here to explain how to know if a coin is a proof coin or a bullion...
Is Gold the Perfect Gift?
Recently, we released our 2022 Global Gold Forecast, a compilation of data about gold’s recent performance and information regarding market forces that may impact gold’s upside potential in 2022. In preparing this special report, I found that it became clearer than ever to me how important a role gold plays in our portfolios and why...
A 5-Step Guide: How to Gift Coins to a Loved One
Sure, you can give cash or gift cards as holiday gifts. But doesn’t everyone do that? Why not unwrap a more rewarding gift-giving spirit by wrapping up gold or silver coins for your loved ones? “Frankincense and myrrh aren’t setting the commodities markets on fire, but gold is in high demand—as both a Christmas gift and [an asset]—for...
What Is the Gold Price Forecast for 2022?
Uncertainty over public health and the economy continues to trouble the world, and it appears that this uncertainty won’t vanish in 2022. This lingering uncertainty could help fuel gains in the gold market next year. Why though? Stubborn inflation or lagging economic growth, among other factors, could tip the scales in favor of gold....
Is Social Security Enough to Live on?
Many retirees rely heavily, if not completely, on Social Security benefits. However, Social Security might not be enough to live on for many of us. As U.S. News & World Report points out, “Social Security was designed to supplement income, not replace it entirely.” To complicate matters, some experts wonder just how stable the...
Financially Successful People Have These 7 People on Their Team
Athletes depend on them. So do software developers. And you, as someone with financial goals, also should rely on them. Who are we talking about? Teammates. In sports, business, and life, we lean on teammates to help us achieve success. So who should financially successful people have on their team? We look at these seven types of...
How to Successfully Travel With Silver or Ship Silver
Your granddaughter lives 1,200 miles away, and you want to surprise her with a holiday gift of silver coins. Meanwhile, your youngest son lives 700 miles away, and you’d like to give him silver bars for the holidays. Whether you’re going to travel to visit your granddaughter or son or plan to ship those silver treasures to them, you...
5 Benefits of Managing Your Own Retirement Portfolio
When it comes to managing your retirement portfolio, you can put the power entirely in your own hands. In other words, you can sit in the driver’s seat as you travel along the road to retirement. Fortunately, thanks to the proliferation of technology and the abundance of information online about retirement, you have a variety of tools...
What Does It Mean to Leave a Financial Legacy?
Millionaires and billionaires aren’t the only people who can leave a financial legacy—you can, too. Regardless of your income, you have the ability to make a positive mark on your family’s future or a favorite charity by leaving a financial legacy. What Is a Financial Legacy? A financial legacy is something of worth that you pass along...
If You’re Thankful for Your Freedoms, Thank a Veteran Today.
This month’s Gold News & Views examines the things that make us feel thankful. I want to discuss a topic that’s very important to me as well as our entire team here at U.S. Money Reserve: showing our appreciation to veterans.
How Soon Is Too Soon? When to Start Estate Planning
Estate planning may sound like something that’s just for “old folks.” It’s not. At almost any age, adults can benefit from estate planning. The need for estate planning becomes even more crucial once you’ve had children. Read on to learn what estate planning is, when you should start estate planning, and the advantages of getting a head...
Backdoor Roth IRA Conversions Could End—And Impact Your Retirement Plans.
Democrats in the U.S. House have proposed closing the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy as part of an effort to pay for a multi-trillion-dollar budget package. Learn what it could mean for your retirement if the legislation passes, along with some potential moves you might make to help protect your money. What Is the Backdoor Roth IRA...
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