RAD Intel, a holding company that leverages an AI decision layer to accelerate go-to-market strategies for its portfolio brands, has announced the appointment of Aaron Vandeford as its new Director of Investor Relations (IR). In this role, Mr. Vandeford will be responsible for leading the company’s IR strategy and execution, aiming to strengthen engagement with the expanding investor community and strategically position RAD Intel for its upcoming phase of growth.
Key Appointment: RAD Intel has named Aaron Vandeford as the new Director of Investor Relations.
Core Mandate: Vandeford will lead the IR strategy, focusing on strengthening investor engagement and driving preparation for future growth.
Experience Snapshot: He brings nearly 20 years of experience in IR, strategic finance, and capital markets.
Transaction Value: Vandeford has advised companies on transactions, including IPOs and M&A, totaling over $20 billion in value.
CEO’s Vision: CEO Jeremy Barnett emphasized using Vandeford’s expertise to "rais[e] the bar on metrics, cadence, and investor value overall."
Company Mission Focus: Vandeford expressed enthusiasm for the company’s "commitment to innovation and impact" and its unique approach to democratizing investment access.
Aaron Vandeford brings a wealth of capital markets and investor communications experience, having advised and led IR for various public, private, and Private Equity-backed companies. His extensive background covers energy, technology, and consumer-facing sectors.
Throughout his career, he has specialized in building and scaling best-in-class investor relations programs, designing effective capital allocation strategies, and developing compelling financial narratives. This expertise is crucial as RAD Intel scales its business.
Jeremy Barnett, Co-Founder and CEO of RAD Intel, noted the importance of Vandeford’s experience in maintaining transparent communication while professionalizing their IR operations: "Since day one, we’ve focused on a direct and open dialogue with our entire investor base as an important driver of success. As we scale the business, Aaron’s capital-markets experience will allow us to keep that personal access while also raising the bar on metrics, cadence, and investor value overall."
Mr. Vandeford shared his excitement about joining the company, particularly praising its innovative mission: "I’m thrilled to join RAD Intel at such an exciting stage in its journey. The company’s commitment to innovation and impact, combined with its unique approach to democratizing investment access, is incredibly compelling. I look forward to building deep relationships with our investors and helping to amplify RAD Intel’s story as we grow."
Aaron holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Denver and a B.A. in Economics and Spanish from Willamette University. His appointment is a key step in ensuring that RAD Intel’s financial story and growth trajectory are effectively communicated to the global investor base as the company progresses.
RAD Intel is a holding company with one shared AI decision layer that accelerates go-to-market for high-traction brands. Portfolio companies plug into one unified platform that ingests live market data, builds high-intent audiences, and directs creative and media toward measurable outcomes — shortening time to market and compounding growth across the portfolio.