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Duke Naipohn

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Managing Partner at KinThai Precious Metals
📍 United States

Duke Naipohn is a managing partner and CEO with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and laboratory sciences, specializing in precious metals and pharmaceutical-grade isolations. A graduate of The University of Kansas with a background in Bio-Chemistry, he applies a disciplined, military-style approach to his business operations, shaped by his extensive Army training.

Outside of his work in chemistry and precious metals, Duke has a significant background as a US Army paratrooper and has completed numerous military leadership courses. He previously pursued pre-med studies and has a history of building businesses by recruiting fellow veterans, valuing their strong sense of duty and loyalty.

Unique fact: Duke was a key witness in the 2012 NFL "Bountygate" investigation due to his presence in the New Orleans Saints defensive meetings.

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Managing Partner
Job Level
Leadership
Location
United States
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Analytical Chemistry
As CEO of Fortis et Certus, he specializes in advanced analytical chemistry methods like ICP-MS, LCMS/MS, and HPLC for various applications.
Veterans in Business
He actively recruits military veterans, believing they make great employees due to their discipline, loyalty, and understanding of a command and control structure.
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Career

Work history

1-2023
Managing Partner
KinThai Precious Metals
9-2020
Chief Executive Officer
Team5, Mexico
1-2018
Chief Executive Officer
Fortis et Certus
1-2015 - 5-2024
Chief Executive Officer
Team5
4-2019 - 5-2022
Managing Partner
RAAL, LLC
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Education
Bio Chemistry
The University of Kansas
1988 - 1988
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US Army Air Assault School
1986 - 1986
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US Army Airborne School
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