about us
The financial partner of the innovation economy
First Citizens Innovation Banking, formerly Silicon Valley Bank's Technology and Healthcare Banking Division
With 40+ years of dedication to this sector, First Citizens Innovation Banking has deep experience banking investors and innovation clients. Our entire business – from our solutions and technology to our credit policy and beyond – is purpose-built for high-growth companies and investors, delivering at the speed they require.
We are dedicated to the success of those who are quite literally inventing the future, and we have the full backing of 125-year-old First Citizens to continue to pursue that mission.
Who we serve
We help our clients succeed at every stage, providing business banking, liquidity management, global business solutions and fund banking.
Deep sector expertise
Our specialized knowledge positions us as a trusted partner in driving innovation and growth in today’s rapidly evolving market.
Empowering leading innovators
Partner with First Citizens Innovation Banking, the bank trusted by leading innovators and investors to support their growth and ambitions.
50%
Forbes 2026 Fintech 50 list are First Citizens Innovation Banking clients.D
42%
CNBC 2026 Disruptor 50 list are First Citizens Innovation Banking clients.D
32%
Forbes 2026 AI 50 list are First Citizens Innovation Banking clients.D
Our people
We have the deepest innovation economy experience and expertise in the industry – bar none. We work together to help businesses succeed and scale.
Our inclusive team has the opportunity to work with companies that are addressing some of the world’s biggest challenges. Our people are continuous learners and connectors who aim to increase the probability of our clients’ success.
Our inclusive team has the opportunity to work with companies that are addressing some of the world’s biggest challenges. Our people are continuous learners and connectors who aim to increase the probability of our clients’ success.
First Citizens Bank
We are actively delivering the solutions and services our innovation economy clients rely on, with the backing of First Citizens.
- 125+ year history of stability, strength and long-term thinking.
- A top 20 financial institution in the US with $225B+ in total assets.
- A rigorous approach to risk management.
- Recognized on Fortune 500 and Forbes Best Companies list.
Innovation banking expertise and enduring strength – under one roof
First Citizens Innovation Banking
40+ years serving the innovation economy
Most experienced bench
of innovation economy bankers
$123B
in total fundsD
$48B
$48B
in loansD
First Citizens Bank
125+ years of strength and stability
Top 20
financial institutions in the US
financial institutions in the US
$225B+
in total assetsD
in total assetsD
$173B
in diversified depositsD
in diversified depositsD
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Partnering with innovative companies and investors to achieve ambitious goals through specialized solutions and expertise.