Brenda Van Valen  joined Sterne Agee in 2009 and has over 20 years of successful trust, investment and management experience. She is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and a Certified Trust & Financial Advisor (CTFA). Ms. Van Valen has extensive expertise in personal trust, estate planning, insurance, investments and tax strategies. She is part of a wealth management team that provides a full spectrum of wealth management and investment solutions.  She specializes in the areas of family office management, estate administration and post mortem planning.