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Prior to joining Audent, Van began his financial career with five years of service at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch. He first held a position within the consumer banking division as a Relationship Banker, and later moved into a role as a Client Associate with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. At Merrill, Van worked on teams alongside financial advisors to deliver a great experience to the advisors’ clients.
Van is a graduate of the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with an area of concentration in Management through the Carlson School of Management. He had the privilege of studying abroad for a semester in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and since then remains a curious world traveler. Van currently holds his SIE, Series 7 and Series 66.
Van was born and raised in Minneapolis, MN and relocated to Los Angeles in 2021. He lives in the Los Feliz neighborhood with his wife, where they enjoy their proximity to Griffith Park for weekend hikes and relaxation. Van is a lifelong basketball player and fan of the NBA and the Minnesota Timberwolves.