The Certified Collectibles Group, the global leader in the authentication, grading and encapsulation of collectibles, is pleased to announce the promotion of Harshen Patel to Senior Vice President, Sales & Partnerships.
Patel was one of the first employees of Certified Guaranty Company® (CGC®), which later became the world’s first third-party comic book grading service. From the start, Patel played a critical role in building CGC’s foundation.
A Hands-On Approach That Earned Industry Trust
At CGC, Patel quickly earned a reputation for leadership, integrity, and action. He consistently rolled up his sleeves, solved problems, and delivered results. As a result, collectors and dealers across the hobby came to trust him as a reliable partner.
Moreover, Patel built lasting relationships by focusing on customer needs and developing innovative solutions. His approach strengthened CGC’s reputation while supporting its rapid expansion.
Driving CGC’s Expansion Across Pop Culture Collectibles
Patel has played a critical role in CGC’s evolution from a startup comic book grader into the world leader in pop culture collectible certification. Under his leadership, CGC expanded well beyond comics to include magazines, trading card games (TCGs), sports cards, non-sports cards, concert posters, and home media collectibles.
Most notably, Patel helped launch CGC’s trading card grading division in 2020. Since then, the service has grown into a market leader, receiving more than five million cards in the past year alone.
Expanded Role Across Certified Collectibles Group Divisions
In his new position, Patel will continue to focus heavily on sales and strategic partnerships within CGC. At the same time, he will provide leadership support across the Certified Collectibles Group’s other divisions, including:
- JSA, the world’s leading autograph authentication service
- PMG, the largest paper money grading service
- ASG, the world’s largest stamp grading service
Through this expanded role, Patel will help align strategy and growth across all major categories.
A Respected Leader in the Collectibles Community
Throughout the collectibles industry, Patel is widely respected for his professionalism, fairness, and customer-first mindset. Dealers, collectors, and business partners consistently praise his work ethic and ability to build long-term relationships. These qualities have played a major role in the Certified Collectibles Group’s success across multiple collecting categories.
Leadership Praise From Company CEO
“Harshen Patel truly embodies the spirit and mission of the Certified Collectibles Group,” said Steven Eichenbaum, CEO. “For nearly three decades, he has earned the trust and respect of customers and colleagues alike through his knowledge, hard work, and principled leadership. Harshen has made a tremendous impact on our growth, particularly in cards and comics, and I look forward to seeing how he continues to help shape our future.”
Looking Ahead
“I’m incredibly proud to be part of the Certified Collectibles Group and grateful for the opportunity to continue growing with the company,” Patel said. “Working alongside such a dedicated team and serving a passionate global collecting community remains extremely rewarding. I’m excited about the opportunities ahead.”
About Certified Collectibles Group
Founded in 1987, the Certified Collectibles Group is the world’s leading provider of expert, impartial, and technology-enabled services that enhance the value and liquidity of collectibles. Its companies have certified more than 100 million coins, banknotes, comics, trading cards, autographs, video games, home videos, stamps, and more. Today, the organization serves collectors worldwide through offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, China, and the UAE.
For sales inquiries, Patel can be reached at [email protected]
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