Who do you think will be the next director of the U.S. Mint?

Dentuck · January 23, 2011 7:49AM

Who do you think will be?

Who do you think should be?

keyman64 · January 23, 2011 8:04AM

That would be a COOL JOB! That is a job I would not mind having. Hmmm, what exactly are the job requirements...anyone have any insight? I have my degree in Finance, am a coin collector and have plenty of management experience.

Me me me me me me me!

astrorat · January 23, 2011 8:06AM

<< That would be a COOL JOB! That is a job I would not mind having. Hmmm, what exactly are the job requirements...anyone have any insight? I have my degree in Finance, am a coin collector and have plenty of management experience.

Me me me me me me me!

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It's not as much of a "job" as it is a political appointment.

Bochiman · January 23, 2011 8:19AM

it'll be a minority

tahoe98 · January 23, 2011 8:21AM

...as long as they're coin oriented.

COINB0Y · January 23, 2011 8:23AM

Whelp, my second interview went well........

Dentuck · January 23, 2011 8:24AM

<< ...as long as they're coin oriented. >>

It would be neat if they were medal oriented too . . . . can a person be both at once?

tahoe98 · January 23, 2011 8:26AM

<< 

<< ...as long as they're coin oriented. >>

It would be neat if they were medal oriented too . . . . can a person be both at once? >>

...SURE WHY NOT!!!???

RichieURich · January 23, 2011 8:41AM

How about one of our distinguished Forum members such as Coinosaurus, RWB, RYK, or Longacre?

Manorcourtman · January 23, 2011 8:44AM

Most likely a political hack with no experience or clue about US coins.

291fifth · January 23, 2011 8:53AM

<< Most likely a political hack with no experience or clue about US coins.

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MsMorrisine · January 23, 2011 9:01AM

I say we bring in some automation

PerryHall · January 23, 2011 9:06AM

<< How about one of our distinguished Forum members such as Coinosaurus, RWB, RYK, or Longacre? >>

Dan Carr would be a great choice with his practical experience. At least a certain forum member wouldn't be able to claim he was counterfeiting coins.

speety · January 23, 2011 9:19AM

I think it would be cool if RWB were it.... Are you interested Roger?

renman95 · January 23, 2011 9:20AM

I hear Keith Olbermann is looking at something to do.

tahoe98 · January 23, 2011 9:30AM

<< I think it would be cool if RWB were it.... Are you interested Roger? >>

...ABSOLUTELY!!! go for it roger!!

Greeniejr · January 23, 2011 9:37AM

ICTA is working closely with a someone who has both a numismatic and political background. Also, former mint director Philip Diehl is getting involved with the Gold and Silver PAC led by Barry Stuppler which is also trying to open a dialogue between our industry and whoever the mint director is.

TrustNo1 · January 23, 2011 10:36AM

Whoever deserves it least will get it.

Dentuck · January 23, 2011 10:51AM

<< ICTA is working closely with a someone who has both a numismatic and political background. >>

Interesting! Working in what capacity? Vetting him/her to recommend to the president as a potential candidate ?

CaptHenway · January 23, 2011 11:45AM

I nominate Bill Fivaz!

TD

WoodenJefferson · January 23, 2011 12:54PM

Who do you think will be? Flavor-Flav or Rod Blagojevich

Who do you think should be? RWB or Scrooge McDuck

EagleEye · January 23, 2011 2:36PM

Wanted: Director for US Mint.

Qualifications: Be able to deal with Congress, Beth Deisher, and the PCGS Forum members.
Know how to manage supply chains in various markets, including steel, zinc, nickel and copper as well as silver and gold.
Must have web site management skills.

Experience: Must have very, very thick skin.

Note: You must be willing to wait at least 2 years for your appointment to be approved by Congress.

In my opinion, anyone worth the position, wouldn't take it.

derryb · January 23, 2011 2:37PM

It will be a bullion dealer from Goldman Sachs

melvin289 · January 23, 2011 4:32PM

Who cares. They will do nothing to try and improve the look of our coinage anyway. But, they will know the best place to put their nose.

Ron

1tommy · January 23, 2011 9:07PM

Well whoever it is needs to look at the prices, last year i got a bag of each of the national parks for 35 bucks, which was really not to bad, just looked and they raised the price for this years bag 49.95 for 25 bucks of actual coins. You Can't get em at the bank but yes the mint will sell them to you.............my bag collecting days are over............

RWB · January 23, 2011 11:31PM

I think it would be cool if RWB were it.... Are you interested Roger?

Well...I submitted my name. But I have no illusions about appointment. The Directorship is a political plum that will go to someone for party service - possibly an ex-member of Congress, major fund raiser, etc. However, whomever is appointed will face many challenges, and I will do whatever possible to assist in accomplishing those items.

CoinMaster1229 · January 24, 2011 12:44AM

We need a director that will run some good promotions. Like one out of ever 5,000 mint sets will have real gold dollars in them!

dcarr · January 24, 2011 2:48AM

I'd certainly whip them into shape.
I see that the Chief Engraver's position is also now open.
I could do both jobs simultaneously, and the only thing I'd want for a salary...

is free "souvenirs"

Julian · January 24, 2011 3:00AM

The ideal candidate for the position would be a numismatist with business experience, preferably in the manufacturing business, with internet experience.

This job should no longer be just a political plum.

We can just hope that the qualified candidate will be a numismatist.

Longacre · January 24, 2011 3:41AM

What does it pay?

RWB · January 24, 2011 3:43AM

What does it pay?
Per year -- less than Ms. Longacre spends at Tiffany's in a week.

19Lyds · January 24, 2011 3:49AM

<< The ideal candidate for the position would be a numismatist with business experience, preferably in the manufacturing business, with internet experience.

This job should no longer be just a political plum.

We can just hope that the qualified candidate will be a numismatist. >>

Well, I just don;t see this "political plum" business changing.

As for pay?

Let's see, overseeing the striking of certain coins in high grade along with special provisioning on ceremonial coins/products could certainly payoff over the years. Heck, if Ed Moy were to sell anything he collected while in office, I'm sure a certain "Mint Director's" premium would be associated with the sale.

Who do you think will be the next director of the U.S. Mint?

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