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
The Relationship Between Gold & Jobless Claims Explained
Gold and interest rates. Gold and oil prices. Gold and jobless claims? Gold prices can respond to many economic indicators. The rate of jobless claims might be one of those indicators, too. We examine historical examples and recent news to help explain the relationship between gold and jobless claims. Are Unemployment Claims and Gold...
Why the Unemployment Rate Still Matters
The ultra-high unemployment from April may seem like a distant memory, but unfortunately for many, it is all too much of a bitter present. Too many Americans across our country are still jobless and facing bleak employment prospects. The national unemployment rate is still far above where it was in February. In February, the nation’s...
Can You Transfer a 401(k) to an IRA While You’re Still Employed?
Thousands of Americans wonder the same thing: “Can I transfer my 401(k) to an IRA if I’m still with my current employer?” Yes, there’s a good chance you can. While most people think about transferring their 401(k) after they leave a job, it’s actually something you might be able to do while you’re still in that job—and doing so could...
American Eagle Coin History: Take Your Know-How to New Heights
The Gold and Silver American Eagle Coin Program is one of the U.S. Mint’s most popular coin programs to date. The Mint is even required by legislation to issue enough bullion American Eagles to satisfy public demand, and in satisfying this requirement, often sells out of Proof American Eagles. So what makes American Eagle coins so...
What Could the Fed Do Next?
After the Federal Reserve’s latest policy meeting, Chairman Jerome Powell stayed consistent with his previous statements. He continued to advocate for more stimulus from Congress. He reiterated the Fed’s pledge to keep interest rates in the current near-zero range. Yet, Powell not only emphasized the Fed’s motivation to do more, but he...
Fact or Fiction: 5 Self-Directed IRA Myths Debunked
Too cumbersome, too overwhelming, too complicated. There are a lot of myths out there about self-directed IRAs. U.S. Money Reserve is here to debunk them. Don’t let misinformation stop you from enjoying the richest golden years you can. Myth 1: You can’t contribute to more than one retirement account at a time. There’s no limit to the...
Show Your Support for Veterans During U.S. Money Reserve’s Special Sale
It’s time to salute the roughly 18 million Americans who are military veterans—people who placed their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. Every year on November 11, we pause to reflect on the sacrifices made by our veterans. You’d be surprised how many ways there are to commemorate Veterans Day. You can participate in the...
A Historical Look at Gold Prices After U.S. Presidential Elections
The 2020 presidential election has been a tumultuous one. With gold prices hovering between $1,900/oz. and $1,930/oz. in October, could prices go up once the election is decided in November? We examine elections dating back to the 1980s to see what we can learn about post-election gold prices. Gold After Trump, Obama, Bush, Clinton, and...
The Case for Gold: Election 2020
One week from today, we should know which direction the country has chosen for the next four years. Until then, our clients have been clamoring for physical gold like never before. Whether they are looking into rolling over an IRA, transferring a 401(k), moving out of cryptocurrency, or just adding to an existing diversified position...
Gold Is Gaining Prominence
The view of precious metals as a necessary asset to help diversify a heathy portfolio is popular among seasoned professionals in the financial sector. Looking at their reasoning can give us valuable insights on a modern portfolio. Financial institutions such as UBS and Citigroup have recommended gold recently. In September of this year,...
What’s the Relationship Between the Perth Mint, Tuvalu, and the Cook Islands?
Meet the two little countries that could: Tuvalu and the Cook Islands. These two small countries make big contributions to the world of circulating and noncirculating coins, but you don’t hear about them very often. Pull out your virtual map, slip a few coins into your pocket, and get ready for your trip to the South Pacific nations of...
6 Must-Know Facts About the State of Retirement Accounts in the U.S.
You might not realize that Social Security is designed to replace just 40% of your income, and Social Security is expected to be fully depleted by the year 2035. Then benefits may drop because of funding shortfalls. Even so, about 22% of Americans have less than $5,000 earmarked for retirement savings. What does the current state of...
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