We provide the deepest industry experience and expertise, personalized service, essential connections, a best-in-class banking platform and tailored solutions to help you scale with confidence.
Series A
As the key financial partner for the innovation economy, we've helped tens of thousands of companies accelerate their growth. We'll share your vision and help you see it through.
Why companies choose us as their financial partner
Unmatched experience & expertise
With 40+ years of experience in the technology, life sciences and healthcare sectors, our team understands the needs of venture-backed companies in the innovation economy.
Personalized service
We're here for you every step of the way, led by a relationship advisor dedicated to your business and passionate about supporting your immediate needs and long-term success.
Award-winning digital banking platform
Our online banking platform was custom built for startups and makes it easy for you to conduct banking anytime, anywhere.
Specialized products & solutions
Our products and solutions are built to scale with Series A companies as they navigate the ups and downs of rapid growth.
Tools to build your business beyond Series A
Get access to financial products and services designed for innovative companies that have raised their first institutional round.
Business Checking
Tailor-made for high-growth companies.
Flexible Debt Solutions
Creative financing options to meet your unique needs.
High-Yield Money Market Account
Competitive rates to help preserve cash and extend runway.D
Card and Expense Management
Scalable credit and spend management that grows with your business.D
Merchant Services
Safe, simple, flexible ways to accept payments.D
Exclusive Offers
Discounts from partners like Asana, Gusto, Slack and Vouch, handpicked to help you fast-track your growth.D
Join the bank for Series A innovators
Move your business forward with our unmatched service, expertise and connections.
Intuitive online banking
Our digital banking platform is designed for how startups run their businesses—rather than how banks operate.
- Move money in seconds
Issue payments anywhere in the world via bill pay, check or ACH—from a single screen - Gain insight at a glance
View and search transactions in real time from your intuitive dashboard - Integrate seamlessly
Link to your existing accounting, collaboration and security tools like QuickBooks, NetSuite and Xero
Take control of your finances
Personal wealth planning program exclusively for Series A executives
Balancing your business and personal finances after a recent funding round? We've got you covered with these special benefits to help you build your company—and your legacy.D
- A dedicated Affluent Wealth Advisor and team of specialists who understand the unique balance sheet needs of founders and investors and can help guide you as you build your wealth
- A private bank account with no ATM or wire fees
- Monthly drop-in office hours and quarterly insights, tailored for entrepreneurs
- Access to our wine division concierge and promotionsD
Contact your relationship manager to learn more.
Supporting your plans with more than just banking solutions
Unlock the power of our network, deep expertise and resources purpose-built to serve key players in the innovation economy.
Ecosystem connections & curated networking events
Our relationships with top venture firms, trusted advisors, serial founders and CFOs create the perfect ecosystem for stand-out events to help foster collaboration, community and open the door to opportunities.
Proprietary research & insights
Clients and the innovation ecosystem rely on our unique perspectives and unmatched research into market trends and sector-specific insights.
Inclusion in Innovation
We're taking an active role as an agent of change for innovators, entrepreneurs, founders and investors—creating new connections and providing guidance to move toward 2045.
CFO Community
An exclusive community for growth-focused CFOs to connect, collaborate and advance their careers—born from our deep understanding of the complexities of the CFO role and our commitment to their success.
Our clients
Over 24,800 technology, life science and healthcare companies choose to bank with us.
SVB has invited us to multiple networking events, which have significantly helped us connect with potential customers, as well as other businesses and founders on similar journeys. We have benefited from group sharing of what works, what doesn't, and from exploring ideas for growth with like-minded founders. Read more
Christian Ferreira
Founder & CEO, Procurement Sciences
SVB understands the unique needs of early-stage and growth-stage companies, and that makes them well-suited not just as a capital partner but also as an operational banking partner as well. GreenLite has had a great experience with SVB and looks forward to a long-term relationship with them.
James Gallagher
CEO & Co-Founder, GreenLite
Since our inception, SVB has been an essential partner, offering support and guidance at every stage of our growth. Their industry knowledge and startup expertise have made our relationship far more than just banking.
Ryan Miller
CEO & Co-Founder, Peerlogic
The healthcare team proves time and time again that they're unwavering believers in innovation and supporters of ambitious companies. As a founder, that support is the tailwind to pursue the big moves that create step changes in your business.
Nick Aubin
CEO & Co-Founder, Commons Clinic
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Explore Series A insights
Access articles, research and actionable advice to help you navigate the ups and downs of running a successful Series A company.
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