Executive Team

Dave Gentry is the author of Small Stocks, Big Money™, a Wiley-published book of interviews with the world’s most successful small-cap investors. He has been a consultant to more than 1,000 public companies and assisted dozens of public companies in the up-listing and capital-raising process. In 2012 he founded a weekly cable TV financial news show broadcast in 177 million homes. He has appeared on CNBC and Fox Business News, is a member of the Forbes Business Council, and is widely known as a thought leader in the small-cap space.

Gentry has been a presenter at the New York Society of Security Analysts, Deal Flow Media conferences, and other small-cap conferences, and he has rung the NASDAQ bell on three occasions. In 2011, he was honored by Inc. Magazine as CEO of one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. In 1996, he won the Republican nomination in the 5th District of Florida for the United States House of Representatives. In 1994 he co-founded the First Amendment Coalition, an independent, nonprofit, collegiate-based student organization, and received national and international attention for his work defending free speech on college campuses. Gentry’s activism led to his publication 100+ Cases of Campus Censorship, published by David Horowitz’s Second Thoughts Books. Gentry earned his Master of Education from the University of Florida in 1993.

With over a decade of experience in the capital markets, Foley is an expert in fostering strong investor relationships and driving strategic initiatives. He has an innate ability to bridge the gap between corporations and the investment community, a skill honed over years of hands-on experience. Before his tenure at RedChip, Foley held various roles in leading national brokerages, including Met Life Securities, Pruco Securities, and Maxim Group. Each role gave Foley valuable insights and experiences, particularly in the small-cap markets, shaping him into the accomplished professional he is today. His comprehensive understanding of market trends, investment strategies, and corporate finance adds tremendous value to RedChip and its clients. Foley's academic background in Business Entrepreneurship from the State University of New York (SUNY) Rockland Community College (RCC) has provided a robust foundation for his career where his entrepreneurial spirit and academic knowledge have driven his innovative approach to effective investor relations strategy and execution.

With a distinguished career in the financial markets spanning nearly three decades, Paul leverages his wealth of experience to deliver measurable results for RedChip’s client companies. Paul’s track record of success in the field of investor relations includes roles as VP of Investor Relations at SAC and Managing Director of Lead Summit Advisers, a boutique communications consulting firm he founded. In these roles, he was the driving force behind the development and implementation of innovative investor communications programs for a diverse range of private and public companies across various sectors, including NASDAQ, NYSE Amex, and OTC-listed companies. Paul's expertise also extends to portfolio management, having managed the equity and derivatives portfolio for a prestigious California-based family office. This experience enriched his understanding of financial markets and investment strategies, providing an important perspective that further enhances his ability to deliver effective investor relations strategies for RedChip’s clients. Beyond his corporate achievements, Paul is committed to giving back to the community and serves on the board of directors of multiple nonprofits, where he contributes his expertise and resources to foster positive change. Paul graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Point Park University and earned a Public Relations Certificate from Rutgers University.

At RedChip Companies, Barrett Boone plays a pivotal role in elevating investor relations and amplifying the market visibility of small-cap securities. Drawing on certifications, including the Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) and Capital Markets & Securities Analyst (CMSA) from the Corporate Finance Institute, Barrett is equipped to provide nuanced advisory services to both emerging and established public companies.

Barrett’s extensive background includes senior financial leadership as CFO at Stellar Homes, a solar startup that achieved over $1 million in adjusted EBITDA in its first year. Alongside this entrepreneurial success, he brings private wealth management experience from SunTrust (now Truist) and JPMorgan Chase, where he honed his expertise in financial strategy, asset management, and investor communications. A dedicated network builder, Barrett actively connects issuers with buy- and sell-side analysts, fund managers, and other key market players to create valuable relationships and strategic opportunities.

As he pursues his Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, Barrett’s educational foundation in Finance (GPA: 3.86) from the University of Central Florida bolsters his analytical approach. His strategic planning and customized solutions are aligned to support RedChip’s varied client base in achieving measurable market success.

Kunal is a seasoned media producer with a unique blend of technical knowledge and creative experience. This dual expertise enables him to effectively oversee the production of compelling content that resonates with RedChip's target audiences and supports the organization’s mission to deliver concrete, measurable results for its clients. With a Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering and a degree in film production, Kunal remains dedicated to exploring the endless possibilities of media production, ensuring that RedChip stays at the forefront of the industry in delivering impactful, results-driven content.

Robert J. McLaughlin II brings a blend of financial expertise and strategic communications to RedChip’s social media initiatives. With a B.S. in Economics & Finance from Florida Southern College, Robert has developed a deep understanding of capital markets, honed during his time as Consumer Staples Sector Head for a student-managed investment fund, where he employed advanced financial modeling techniques to drive successful investment strategies. His financial acumen was further sharpened at Charles Schwab, where he earned the Schwab Excellence in Service Award and obtained his SIE, Series 7, and Series 63 certifications. At RedChip, Robert channels his experience and insights to create dynamic, results-driven campaigns for small and micro-cap companies. An Eagle Scout, Robert’s leadership and commitment to excellence are evident both in his professional achievements and his dedication to fostering impactful investor relations.