A graduate engineer and independent prospector since 1983, Michael Gupton has become a published author and recognized expert on the environmental impact of mining and mineral exploration. With papers presented, or published, at five University and Geotechnical conferences a peer-reviewed article published in the Canadian Geotechnical Journal and two books detailing the industry, Gupton has established a clear message of environmental conservation. In addition to his degree, Gupton is a registered prospector in Manitoba, Ontario, the North-West Territories, the Yukon, and British Columbia. He is also a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), a member of the Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba (CTTAM), and the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASCTTBC) and is also a Masters candidate with the University of British Columbia.   Gupton’s research and publications focus on the environmental hazards of mining, mineral extraction and mineral processing. From the diamond mine at Diavik in northern Canada, to the Antamina copper-zinc mine in Peru, Gupton has studied the wide-ranging effects that mine waste rock and other tailings have on the environment.   In 2007, Gupton founded KMG Gold and has since proven himself to be the leading voice in the gold recycling industry by advocating for consumer interests and by publishing a wide variety of information and resource material on the KMG Gold website. KMG Gold was awarded the 2010 Better Business Bureau TORCH AWARD for Marketplace Excellence, demonstrating ethics and integrity in the marketplace. BBB Torch Award winners build trust, advertise honestly, tell the truth, and remain transparent, honour their promises and display integrity in all of their marketplace activities.    Gupton hasn’t become one of North America’s leading gold and precious metals experts by luck or by accident. He has developed and applied his proven methods for over thirty years to become one the leading and most trusted experts in the industry.   Inside the pages of Gold Buyers Secrets, As Good As Gold, and EXPOSED!, Gupton reveals detailed, professional advice that he has utilized over the past thirty years to become one of the nation’s top gold dealers. He takes the time to share his golden rules and tips for becoming a Certified Gold Expert.  With his advice and guidance, you’ll discover how to buy gold at the right price and quickly sell it for profit. His proven methods and strategies have catapulted his operation, KMG Gold to the top of the industry, with numerous locations already established and with more to follow.   Gupton will teach you how to start your own business with little no money down. You’ll learn all about hidden gold sources and how to buy and sell. Gupton will explain the complicated process of recycling gold in easy to understand steps and you’ll learn all about testing for gold quality to ensure you’re buying and selling at the highest level possible.