Precious metals
Physical gold and silver trading, global distribution, mining offtake agreements, and refinery integration.
PRECIOUS METALS. TECHNOLOGY. LEADERSHIP.
Sami ChalfouhMBA, SIE
Precious Metals Executive
Fintech Entrepreneur
Connecting the enduring value of precious metals
with the possibilities of modern financial technology.
Los Angeles, California
20+ yearsIndustry experience
$1B+Transactions involved in
180+ professionalsGlobal teams built & managed
Four regionsInternational experience
01 / EXECUTIVE PROFILEExperience grounded
Experience grounded
in enduring value.
Precious metals entrepreneur, fintech innovator, and cross-border finance executive.
Sami Chalfouh’s career spans precious metals trading and distribution, investment banking, private equity, compliance, and infrastructure finance. His work connects established gold and silver markets with technology-enabled services, accessible savings models, and strategic commercial partnerships.
His professional footprint includes the United States, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, Malaysia, Tunisia, and Lebanon. He has introduced AI-enabled business intelligence and predictive analytics into business operations.
Connect on LinkedIn02 / LEADERSHIP & VENTURES
Building the next chapter.
Established markets.
An entrepreneurial approach.
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C-Gold Technologies LLC
FOUNDER & GOLD-LIQUIDITY ECOSYSTEM INVENTORLeads development of a platform connecting precious metals distribution, transaction operations, and digital customer experiences. Its gold-liquidity ecosystem is intended to help financial institutions facilitate physical gold ownership through a streamlined digital experience, supported by KYC/AML infrastructure.
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Chalfouh International
CHAIRMAN · CHALFOUH LLC DBA CHALFOUH INTERNATIONALInternational trade management and consulting across the U.S., Tunisia, and Southeast Asia. Assisted Semarak Renewable Energy Sdn Bhd in closing a $400M capital raise for a Malaysian green hydrogen development; helped onboard a separate project valued just under $5B, planned across 20 phases with a stated output target of 4.8 GW.
03
CDM Exchange
CO-FOUNDER & DIRECTORLed a team whose members collectively executed more than $400 million in precious metals trades over the course of their combined careers.
04
SGC Holding
FORMER MANAGING DIRECTOR OF PRIVATE EQUITYStructured the $150M SGC Media Fund I and oversaw acquisitions, portfolio performance, and operational integration.
05
Leading Investment Bank
FORMER MANAGING DIRECTORBuilt a 53-deal pipeline and executed multinational transactions across infrastructure, technology, and AI-focused funds.
06
Leading Precious Metals Trading Companies
COMPLIANCE LEADERSHIP & SENIOR TRADINGAs Consulting Compliance Officer, led multi-departmental AML/KYC frameworks. As Senior Trader, executed more than $50M in trades, trained analysts, and developed data-driven market strategies.
A multidisciplinary perspective.
Fintech & gold liquidity
Institutional and retail tools, gold-allocation capabilities, and technology-enabled access to physical assets.
Investment banking
Fund formation, private equity, acquisitions, portfolio integration, and multinational transaction structuring.
Energy & project finance
Capital raising, renewable energy infrastructure, foreign direct investment, and sovereign engagement.
Structured finance & risk
Creator of Transactional Investment Program®, a structured finance and investment model; AML/KYC and automated risk oversight.
Cross-border operations
International market development, global supply chains, strategic partnerships, and multidisciplinary team leadership.
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
MBA · International BusinessCalifornia State University, Los Angeles
B.S. · International BusinessCalifornia State University, Los Angeles
Additional studiesMathematics, Physics & Computer Science
SIEFINRA · Securities Industry Essentials
SPEAKING & DISCUSSION
Guest speakerNorthwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management
Guest speakerCalifornia State University, Los Angeles · MBA Executive Program
Industry topicsCommodities, fintech, AI in regulated industries, sustainable finance, market expansion, and financial education
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05 / PLATFORMS & BRANDS
Platforms & Brands
C-Gold Technologies is a precious metals technology and liquidity solution, bringing together physical precious metals access and digital transaction capabilities. Great American Bullion and Jefferson Gold are C-Gold brands.
Gold Savings Plan™ is live as a recurring-contribution platform for individuals and participating organizations to accumulate physical gold and silver, with storage and delivery governed by applicable program terms. Related innovation work includes partnerships with blockchain companies pursuing gold tokenization.
Disclosures
This website presents a professional biography for general informational purposes only. Nothing here constitutes investment, financial, tax, or legal advice, or an offer or solicitation to buy or sell securities, precious metals, or any financial product. Consult qualified independent advisers before making financial decisions.
Precious metals prices fluctuate and ownership involves risk, including possible loss. Past transactions and professional achievements do not guarantee future results. References to planned projects, stated capacity, and intended capabilities are forward-looking and may change; availability, eligibility, storage, and delivery are subject to the applicable provider’s terms.
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