Brian Lian
Founder at VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC.
Net worth: 156 M $ as of 2024-04-29
Profile
Brian Lian founded Viking Therapeutics, Inc. in 2012, where he is working as President, Chief Executive Officer & Director.
Dr. Lian also currently works at Seelos Therapeutics, Inc., as Independent Director from 2019.
Dr. Lian also formerly worked at Apricus Biosciences, Inc., as Director, Truist Securities, Inc., as Managing Director from 2012 to 2013, CIBC World Markets, Inc., as Executive Director from 2006 to 2008, and Global Hunter Securities LLC, as Managing Director from 2011 to 2012.
Dr. Lian received his Masters Business Admin degree from Indiana University, graduate degree and doctorate degree from the University of Michigan, and undergraduate degree from Whitman College.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-03-26 | 2,266,453 ( 2.07% ) | 156 M $ | 2024-04-29 | |
| 2024-01-03 | 0 ( -.--% ) | - $ | 2024-04-29 |
Brian Lian active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. | Founder | 2012-09-23 |
| SEELOS THERAPEUTICS, INC. | Director/Board Member | 2018-12-31 |
Former positions of Brian Lian
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Truist Securities, Inc.
 Truist Securities, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Truist Securities, Inc. is a registered broker-dealer headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm was founded in 1894 as SunTrust Robinson Humphrey, Inc. In 2020, the firm was renamed following the integration of SunTrust Robinson Humphrey and BB&T Capital Markets. The firm is a subsidiary of Truist Financial Corp. (NYSE: TFC) and is an active market maker in equity and fixed-income products. Truist Securities delivers a comprehensive range of strategic advisory, capital raising, risk management, and financing solutions, as well as a dynamic suite of sales, trading, and research services in both fixed-income and equity. Their strategies are carefully tailored to meet the needs and vision of their clients. | Corporate Officer/Principal | 2012-12-31 |
Global Hunter Securities LLC
 Global Hunter Securities LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Founded in 2005, Global Hunter Securities LLC is a broker/dealer headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is a subsidiary of Seaport Global Holdings LLC. Global Hunter Securities employs a disciplined quantitative and qualitative research approach. They focus on small-cap companies with unique value and above average growth primarily in the following sectors: consumer, energy, healthcare, industrial services and technology. Global Hunter Securities also has analysts specifically focused on special situations and international opportunities. | Corporate Officer/Principal | 2011-12-31 |
CIBC World Markets, Inc.
 CIBC World Markets, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance CIBC World Markets, Inc. is a full-service Canadian brokerage and investment banking firm headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The firm was founded in 1961 and is a subsidiary of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSE, NYSE: CM). CIBC World Markets provides alternative investment managers with premier prime brokerage that brings together trade execution, reporting, research and capital introduction with a view to enhancing efficiencies and profitability. | Director/Board Member | 2007-12-31 |
Apricus Biosciences, Inc.
 Apricus Biosciences, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Apricus Biosciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company, which engages in the development and commercialization of product candidates in the areas of specialty urology and rheumatology. Its products include Vitaros and Femprox. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Director/Board Member | - |
Training of Brian Lian
| Indiana University | Masters Business Admin |
| University of Michigan | Doctorate Degree |
| Whitman College | Undergraduate Degree |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 2 |
|---|---|
| VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. | Health Technology |
| SEELOS THERAPEUTICS, INC. | Health Technology |
| Private companies | 4 |
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Truist Securities, Inc.
Truist Securities, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Truist Securities, Inc. is a registered broker-dealer headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm was founded in 1894 as SunTrust Robinson Humphrey, Inc. In 2020, the firm was renamed following the integration of SunTrust Robinson Humphrey and BB&T Capital Markets. The firm is a subsidiary of Truist Financial Corp. (NYSE: TFC) and is an active market maker in equity and fixed-income products. Truist Securities delivers a comprehensive range of strategic advisory, capital raising, risk management, and financing solutions, as well as a dynamic suite of sales, trading, and research services in both fixed-income and equity. Their strategies are carefully tailored to meet the needs and vision of their clients. | Finance |
CIBC World Markets, Inc.
CIBC World Markets, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance CIBC World Markets, Inc. is a full-service Canadian brokerage and investment banking firm headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The firm was founded in 1961 and is a subsidiary of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSE, NYSE: CM). CIBC World Markets provides alternative investment managers with premier prime brokerage that brings together trade execution, reporting, research and capital introduction with a view to enhancing efficiencies and profitability. | Finance |
Global Hunter Securities LLC
Global Hunter Securities LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Founded in 2005, Global Hunter Securities LLC is a broker/dealer headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is a subsidiary of Seaport Global Holdings LLC. Global Hunter Securities employs a disciplined quantitative and qualitative research approach. They focus on small-cap companies with unique value and above average growth primarily in the following sectors: consumer, energy, healthcare, industrial services and technology. Global Hunter Securities also has analysts specifically focused on special situations and international opportunities. | Finance |
Apricus Biosciences, Inc.
Apricus Biosciences, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Apricus Biosciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company, which engages in the development and commercialization of product candidates in the areas of specialty urology and rheumatology. Its products include Vitaros and Femprox. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Health Technology |
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