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SVB Asset Management

Helping high-growth clients in the innovation economy achieve their investment objectives.

For two decades, SVB Asset Management (SAM) has helped clients in the innovation economy achieve their investment objectives through exercising fiduciary care as a trusted advisor.

40%

of the commercial bank's total client investment balances are held in SAM accounts

20

years in business as a Registered Investment Advisor

280

total years of combined investment professionals' experience

Your partner in growth

Position cash to fund your growth initiatives and support investor confidence through disciplined cash management.

Strengthen Liquidity

We assist your company to safeguard its liquidity position to enable smooth operations and have sufficient cash on hand.

Funding for Growth

We invest cash balances consistent with your liquidity requirements and risk preferences to support growth initiatives and help extend your runway.

Risk Management & Investor Confidence

We help you demonstrate financial prudence through disciplined investment risk management and customized reporting.

Our solutions

At SVB Asset Management, we anticipate and respond to the ever-evolving cash management needs of high-growth companies. Our solutions are designed to support your growth trajectory and financial goals.

SVB Asset Management (SAM)

SAM Access

Custom Fixed Income

Rules-based, separately managed portfolios of US Treasuries in 6-, 9- or 12-month maturities.

Active, separately managed custom portfolios of investment-grade fixed income securities.

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Customized Strategy

We focus on capital preservation, liquidity and returns, backed by institutional buying power. Our strategy includes:

  • Investment horizons up to 3 years
  • Adherence to client investment policy and strategy guidelines
  • Focus on portfolio income and return objectives
  • Disciplined approach to changing rate cycles

Comprehensive Investment Approach

Our investment management team develops and implements investment strategies tailored to clients' unique objectives and risk tolerances. By integrating portfolio management, credit research and trading, we align our robust investment management solutions that cater to our clients' financial goals. Our process focuses on:

  • Duration management, yield curve positioning, sector rotation and issuer risk exposure
  • Risk analysis and issuer monitoring
  • Insights on market events, credit fundamentals and outlook
  • Best execution through institutional trading partners
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Reporting and Client Service

We serve as an extension of your treasury team, enabling you to concentrate on your core business. With a dedicated advisory team, you can:

  • Receive timely market updates and perspectives
  • Count on agile implementation of solutions
  • Access industry-leading reporting and analytics

Investment strategy options

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This chart is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to represent actual or expected performance. There is no guarantee that any investment strategy will achieve its objectives or generate positive returns. The positioning of strategies and benchmarks reflects general market observations and may vary based on market conditions and individual circumstances.

SAM's value proposition

SVB Asset Management anticipates and responds to your ever-changing cash management needs. Our experience is rooted in working with innovation economy companies that seek a trusted partner.
 

Experience & insights

We are intensely focused and deeply immersed in the innovation economy, giving us a strong understanding of your challenges and cash management needs.

High-touch service

Featuring a team of seasoned professionals who work hand in hand with you on your investments. It's like adding dedicated players to your internal team.

Fiduciary standard

We act in accordance with prudent investor standards, placing the interests of our clients ahead of our own and avoiding conflicts of interest where possible.

Operational ease

With our integrated service and reporting platform and horizontal organizational structure, we're well positioned to anticipate and respond to your cash management needs.

Ready to get started?

Get started by connecting with our Liquidity Advisory team.

Your SAM investment team is committed to your long-term success.

Patty Kao

Patty Kao

Head of Asset Management

Travis Dugan

Travis Dugan

Managing Director, Head of Portfolio Management

Jason Graveley

Jason Graveley

Senior Manager, Fixed Income Trading

Darrell Leong

Darrell Leong

Managing Director, Head of Investment Research

Michael Duranceau

Michael Duranceau

Credit Analyst

Christi Fletcher

Christi Fletcher

Senior Portfolio Manager

Hiroshi Ikemoto

Hiroshi Ikemoto

Fixed Income Trader

Steve Johnson, CFA

Steve Johnson, CFA

Senior Portfolio Manager

 Edward Lee

Edward Lee

Senior Credit Analyst

Timothy Lee, CFA

Timothy Lee, CFA

Senior Credit Analyst

Jon Schwartz

Jon Schwartz

Senior Portfolio Manager

Jose Sevilla

Jose Sevilla

Senior Portfolio Manager

Emelynn Abreu

Emelynn Abreu

Credit Analyst

Understand the trends that affect investment (cash) management

SVB Asset Management's monthly Market Insights covers current topics on portfolio management, credit considerations and market events that influence corporate investment strategy.

 

Blog | Market Insights
Navigating the Fed pause: Strategies for corporate cash optimization

The Fed pause prolongs higher interest rates. Discover how thoughtful cash segmentation and added duration can help optimize yield and preserve capital.

Blog | Market Insights
SOFR interest rate: Fed policy and short-term dollar funding

Explore how SOFR replaced LIBOR as the benchmark reference rate for short-term funding and learn how Fed policy and market liquidity impact fixed income portfolios.

Blog | Market Insights
The Fed chairman nomination: Impact on monetary policy & independence

Gain insights into Kevin Warsh's nomination as Fed Chair. Explore implications for continued independence, the Fed's dual mandate and maintaining balance in an uncertain economy.

Blog | Market Insights
Shifting to neutral: The Fed's path to the neutral rate

Explore how the Federal Reserve targets a neutral interest rate by analyzing key data on employment, inflation and economic trends—striking a balance between growth and stability.

We're here for you at every stage

With 40+ years of innovation experience, we have the products, services and deep knowledge that evolve with your business as you grow over the long term.

Pre-Seed and Seed

Early-stage startup banking

Series A

Banking for accelerating startups

Series B, C+

Banking for venture-funded growth stage companies

Corporate Banking

For late-stage companies

This material, including without limitation the statistical information herein, is provided for informational purposes only. This information should not be viewed as tax, investment, legal or other advice nor is it to be relied on in making an investment or other decision. You should obtain relevant and specific professional advice before making any investment decision. Nothing relating to the material should be construed as a solicitation, offer or recommendation to acquire or dispose of any investment or to engage in any other transaction. 

None of this material, nor its content, nor any copy of it, may be altered in any way, copied, transmitted or distributed to any other party, without the prior express written permission of SVB Asset Management. SVB Asset Management is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Registration with the SEC does not in any way constitute an endorsement by the SEC of an investment adviser’s skill or expertise. Moreover, registration does not imply that a registered adviser has achieved a certain level of skill, competency, sophistication, expertise or training in providing advisory services to its clients. SVB Asset Management is a wholly owned, non-bank subsidiary of First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company. For institutional purposes only.

Investment products and services offered by SVB Asset Management:

Are Not insured by the FDIC or any other federal government agencyAre Not deposits of or guaranteed by a BankMay Lose Value

© 2026 First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company. SVB Asset Management is a wholly owned, non-bank subsidiary of First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company.

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