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
What Is the Gold-to-House Ratio?
You’ve probably heard of the gold-to-silver ratio. But are you aware there’s something called the gold-to-house ratio? Here, we explain what the gold-to-house ratio is and why it’s worth calculating. Explaining the Gold-to-House Ratio The gold-to-house ratio measures the relative value between gold and real estate. Specifically, it’s...
When it Comes to Gold, Act—Don’t React.
Talking with our customers here at U.S. Money Reserve, we find that two topics seem to keep coming up—inflation, which we’ve talked about at length here, and the recent events in the Middle East. In both cases, I get the sense that many are “waiting for the other shoe to drop” before making moves in relation to their portfolios. They’re...
Retirement Accounts Are Filling up—How Diversified Are They?
Perhaps fueled by time at home and stimulus funds, the average balance in Americans’ retirement accounts hit a record for the third straight quarter this year, according to Fidelity. We’ll look at the story and then review how that money is being allocated. What’s really inside American retirement accounts, and could they be more...
Have You Seen the All-New 2021 Gold American Eagle Design?
In honor of the series’ 35th anniversary, the U.S. Mint introduced new reverse designs for the first time in the history of the American Eagle coin. See what has changed, what hasn’t, and why there’s so much more to love about American Eagle coins. New Design for the Gold American Eagle To mark the 35th anniversary of the American Eagle...
This Week, Consider Trying Something New
As parents, we want our kids to experience as much of this world as they (safely!) can—and that’s why we encourage them to try new things. Whether they are trying a new food, a new hobby, or a new extracurricular activity, we support them however we can. If they decide the new food, hobby, or other activity isn’t for them, we know that...
Choosing Your Electives for a Balanced Portfolio
What does it mean to have a well-rounded portfolio? What is the ideal asset allocation for a balanced portfolio? U.S. Money Reserve takes a look at what financial experts recommend when building a well-diversified portfolio of traditional assets, as well as your options for a variety of alternative assets. Why Is a Balanced Portfolio...
You Maxed Out Your 401(k) Retirement Contributions. Now What?
You might be one of the few Americans who plan to max out your 401(k) retirement contributions, which means you’ll hit the annual IRS limit allowed for pretax contributions. Does this mean you have to stop saving for retirement? Or that you can only put cash in a traditional savings account? Nope. You actually have several...
Tutor or Teacher, It’s Okay to Ask for Help
Sometimes, my kids need help with their schoolwork. Sometimes something just doesn’t quite click; other times they simply want someone to double-check their work or tell them if they’re headed in the right direction. I tell them the exact same thing I tell our customers here at U.S. Money Reserve: Whether from myself, a teacher, a...
The Power of Continuing Education for a Stronger Financial Future
Who are you reaching out to about your future? Many individuals and organizations can help you build a better tomorrow and provide information to strengthen your financial future. Even if you feel well-equipped to weather any economic storm, there’s nothing wrong with reevaluating your current situation to ensure that your goals align...
How to Protect Your Retirement Plans from Inflation
If the past is any indicator, you can expect to be paying more, not less, during retirement to maintain the same standard of living that you enjoy today. That’s pretty much the definition of inflation. Inflation also is a benchmark that the federal government uses to determine contribution limits to qualified retirement plans or to...
How to Set Yourself up for Success
As summer winds down and my kids get ready to head back to school, I want to make sure that I’m doing all I can as a parent to set them up for success. Do they have the supplies they need? Do they know their schedules and where to find their classes? I double-check all these things, but as any parent knows, the preparations don’t end...
Why Is Setting Financial Goals Important? Back to School with U.S. Money Reserve
Back-to-school season is upon us once again. It’s time to prepare the family for success in a new school year, but it’s also time to prepare yourself—starting with your finances. They are the foundation for today and tomorrow! Setting yourself up for success includes making a list of goals and establishing good habits as early as...
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