CD Gentry Associates
Our mission is to build lasting relationships with like-minded clients to help them achieve sustainable success whatever that looks like for them.
Serving Clients Nationwide!
Since 2018, CD Gentry Associates has coached, trained, and advised private business owners and entrepreneurs with a “Build to Sell” priority. We lead with the mindset of our client since 80% of all business problems and failures are directly related to the mindset of the owner, manager or CEO.
About Duane Gentry, Founder & Team Leader.
Duane Gentry is a seasoned executive with over 30 years of experience in business, finance, and entrepreneurship. He has a strong background in banking and financial management, having worked in finance for banking & Fortune 500 Companies early in his career. In 1998, he purchased a home services company and served as its president for 22 years. Under his leadership, the company's revenue grew 20X, and he successfully sold it in 2018. Duane continued to serve as the president of his former company and as the Chief Operating Officer of a regional platform company. Currently, Mr. Gentry holds the position of president in a property management and real estate development firm. He has extensive experience in reviewing, consulting, and valuing private companies, as well as managing and directing multiple M&A transactions since 2018. Duane has worked with clients from various industries, including Buy-Side, Sell-Side, and Generational Transfer.
Duane Gentry is a graduate of the University of NC, where he obtained a BA in Finance. He furthered his education by earning an MBA from the University of NC Pembroke and an Executive Mergers and Acquisitions Certification from Columbia Business School. Additionally, he holds an unlimited mechanical contractor's license in three states. Outside of his professional endeavors, Duane is actively involved in his local community. He is passionate about mentoring young leaders and dedicates his time to serving various charitable, arts, and mission organizations.
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Why Choose Us?
Knowledgeable Technicians
Trucks Stocked with Common Parts
Fully Licensed and Insured
Complimentary Estimates On New Systems
Second Opinions On Quotes From Other Contractors
Fair, Straightforward Pricing