Collectors
We understand the culture and the stories behind every pair.
+ About Us
More than sneakers.
They're stories.
They're assets.
SNKR VLT was built by collectors, banking professionals, and technology leaders who believe collections deserve the same protection, transparency, and tools as any valuable asset.
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+ Our Story
Every pair has a story.
From the first pair that hooked us to the grails we hunted for years — collecting is personal. It's culture, memory, and investment all at once. That passion is why SNKR VLT exists.
As collectors ourselves, we saw the gap: no platform treated sneakers with the custody, insurance, and operational rigor that serious assets deserve.
So we built one.
A vault for your collection. Secure storage. Transparent tools. A marketplace when you're ready to move. Built by people who live the culture and understand the assets.
3
Banking Professionals
1
Software Engineer
50+
Years Combined Experience
Lifelong Collectors
+ Why We're Different
Built at the intersection.
Financial Professionals
We know how to protect valuable assets with the highest standards of care.
Technology Leaders
We build secure, scalable platforms that give collectors clarity and control.
+ The Team
Meet the Founders
Cory Oberst
Cory Oberst
Co-Founder & CEO
Financial services leader with a track record of building trust, driving growth, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Jason Miller
Jason Miller
Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer
Commercial banking expert with deep experience in business development, strategic partnerships, and helping organizations scale.
William Horlen
William Horlen
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer
Operations leader focused on creating seamless experiences, optimizing processes, and building an operational engine for long-term success.
Markus Rissmann
Markus Rissmann
Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer
Technology leader and software engineer passionate about building scalable platforms and solving real-world problems through innovation.
+ Inside the Vault
- Climate-controlled storage
- Multi-layer security & 24/7 monitoring
- $100M+ insurance coverage
- Expert authentication & verification
Vault interior
Our Mission
Building the future of collecting.
We believe collections should be secure. We believe collectors deserve protection. We believe technology can unlock new opportunities. Our mission is to become the most trusted platform for managing collectible assets — starting with sneakers.