Charles H. Protell

President and Chief Financial Officer

Experience

Prior to joining Golden, Mr. Protell spent nearly 20 years in corporate advisory and investment banking, primarily covering the gaming, lodging and leisure sectors. Mr. Protell served as managing director at Macquarie Capital’s investment banking group since May 2011, and as co-founder and a managing director at REGAL Capital Advisors from January 2009 until its acquisition by Macquarie Capital in May 2011. Prior to co-founding REGAL Capital Advisors, Mr. Protell held various investment banking roles at Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank and CIBC World Markets.

Education

Mr. Protell received a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce from the University of Virginia.