Cole Vander Wall

Starting at the beginning

I grew up in Glen Rock, New Jersey, where athletics helped shape my mindset and work ethic. Competing in track and field, cross country, and winter track taught me discipline, consistency, and how to stay focused on long term goals. I started my crypto journey in 2017. At first it was just for fun with meme coins, but I ended up making my first big win with Dogecoin. That experience pulled me deeper into the industry. I built my own computer, started mining cryptocurrency, expanded my mining setup, and continued growing my knowledge as the space changed. When I graduated high school in 2020 I chose not to go to college immediately. I did not want student debt or a limited college experience during that time, and I felt confident building something on my own. I became a full time dog walker, created my LLC called Vander Wall Enterprises, and committed to paying for school myself through work I believed in.

In 2021 I noticed the growing demand for sprinter vans homes and van life builds. People were looking for new ways to travel, and I saw an opportunity. I began building a van from scratch and rented it out to a few friends while I worked on it. After finishing the build I continued growing my pet care business and expanding my crypto portfolio. I eventually completed my studies at Bergen and transferred to Montclair in 2024. Managing life as a full time student while running a full time business pushed me to become more organized, resilient, and self directed. It taught me how to balance multiple responsibilities without losing focus on my goals. Now I am looking ahead to my next step. I am exploring new opportunities and considering potential roles at larger companies. I am not sure exactly where I will go next, but I know I will approach it with the same mindset I always have. I will work hard, take calculated risks, and continue building a future that reflects my passions and ambitions.