Gretchen Van Eyck
About Gretchen Van Eyck
Gretchen Van Eyck serves as the Vice President Private Banker at City National Bank in New York, bringing over 20 years of experience in wealth management and credit underwriting. Her previous roles include senior positions at Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, and HSBC Private Bank.
Current Role at City National Bank
Gretchen Van Eyck serves as Vice President Private Banker at City National Bank, a position she has held since 2016. Based in New York, New York, she has accumulated eight years of experience in this role. Her responsibilities include managing client relationships and providing tailored banking solutions to meet the financial needs of high-net-worth individuals.
Previous Experience in Wealth Management
Prior to her current role, Gretchen Van Eyck held several significant positions in the wealth management sector. She worked at HSBC Private Bank as Vice President, Credit Advisor from 2014 to 2016. Before that, she was a Vice President at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management for eight months in 2013. Her earlier experience includes a three-year tenure at Citigroup as Senior Vice President in Citi Private Bank from 2010 to 2013 and as Senior Structured Lending Specialist, Vice President from 2007 to 2010.
Educational Background
Gretchen Van Eyck has a strong educational foundation in the liberal arts. She studied at the University of Vermont, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English and Psychology. Additionally, she furthered her education at New York University, enhancing her knowledge and skills relevant to her career in finance.
Skills and Expertise in Financial Services
With over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Gretchen Van Eyck possesses extensive knowledge in wealth management, credit underwriting, origination, structuring, and risk management. She demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and attention to detail, along with strong organizational skills. Her ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment is a key asset in her role.
Career Development and Early Experience
Gretchen Van Eyck began her career as a Credit Analyst at Commerce Bank, where she worked from 2002 to 2007. This five-year experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in wealth management and private banking. Her career trajectory reflects a consistent advancement in responsibilities and expertise within the financial sector.