David Beahm

President & Chief Executive Officer

David Beahm serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Blanchard and Company, Inc., where he leads the firm’s strategic direction, fosters innovation, and maintains a strong focus on customer relationships.

With more than a decade of leadership at Blanchard, David has held multiple executive roles, including Executive Vice President of Operations, and currently serves as Secretary of the Board of Directors. His responsibilities span all aspects of the company’s brand, reputation, and operational management.

Recognized as a trusted authority in the precious metals and financial markets, David is a frequent contributor to national media outlets. His market analysis and insights have been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, SmartMoney, and other respected publications.

Before joining Blanchard as Director of Marketing and Client Information, David began his financial career at Whitney National Bank (now Hancock Whitney Bank) in New Orleans as an Assistant Vice President. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of New Orleans and an M.B.A. from Ellis College in New York.

Debbie Cash

Chief Financial Officer

After graduating from the University of New Orleans 1978 with a Bachelor of Science degree, Debbie Cash began her career in 1978 with KPMG as a Certified Public Accountant. In 1982, she became the controller of Rainbow Chevron Group, Inc., followed by the beginning of her long her career at Blanchard and Company in 1985 as the controller. She became Chief Financial Officer and a valued member of our executive team in 2003.

Debbie is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Louisiana Society of Certified Public Accountants. She is also a Chartered Global Management Accountant and Certified Treasury Professional.

L. Craig Baudot

Executive Vice President of Sales

L. Craig Baudot began working as a Portfolio Manager for Blanchard in 1986, and his dedication and passion for the business prompted the company to promote him to Sales Manager in 1991. In 2001, he was promoted again to his current position of Executive Vice President of Sales.

Craig’s experience and knowledge of the precious metals and numismatic industries make him one of the most qualified sales professionals in the country. He attended Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, Louisiana, and he is a native of South Louisiana.