Silicon Valley Bank’s Post

For nearly 30 years, the #SVBWine Division’s annual report has provided the industry with invaluable benchmarks and insights. If you work in the #wine world, please take a few minutes to contribute to the report by taking our annual survey: https://lnkd.in/g6UE4Nrk

#LATechWeek is right around the corner and we can’t wait to celebrate with Los Angeles’ tech ecosystem. Our team is hosting an exclusive VIP reception, Barry’s Bootcamp workout, coffee meetup, B2B SaaS breakfast and other fantastic events. Learn more and request an invite here: https://lnkd.in/dJxN76Ta

Thanks to everyone who joined us at the SVB Experience Center for our annual #WomeninTech event! First Citizens Bank CMO Michelle Draper: “It was an honor to take part in this event alongside a panel of such brilliant and accomplished leaders. The authentic stories and experiences shared left me inspired and optimistic about the future of the innovation economy.” It was great hearing from Michelle, Paige Hendrix Buckner, Nicole Quinn, Fiona Tang + Tosh E. and meeting with so many accomplished women business leaders. 📸 Charlotte Fiorito

We teamed up with Counterpart Ventures again and surveyed 250+ active investors to produce our annual State of Corporate Venture Capital report. Among other data, this year’s report found that while investment pace has slowed, CVC participation rates remains near all-time highs. Read the report for a full overview of the corporate venture capital landscape: https://lnkd.in/gVzVprmM

Excited to celebrate #SFTechWeek! If you’re going to be in town, join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Mike Maples, Jr + Molly Fowler followed by a Blue Angels watch party. Request an invite: https://lnkd.in/gwGYQuPh Our team is also hosting a Fintech Showcase, Barry’s Bootcamp workout, founder/VC pickleball class and lots of other great #TechWeek events. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gddx9B_5

We were honored to sponsor the 2024 Mistral AI Summit! A standout moment was the insightful discussion between NVIDIA Founder & CEO Jensen Huang and Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch, diving into the revolutionary shifts shaping the future of #AI and computing. We're proud to be part of this transformative event and the exciting future it’s paving.

We are pleased to unveil the latest edition of our Global Fund Banking Outlook. The report found that fund CFOs remain optimistic in the face of a challenging exit market and ongoing fundraising headwinds. SVB’s Jesse Hurley: “The industry remains resilient and adaptable. While challenges persist, the proactive strategies and innovative approaches embraced by fund managers provide a strong foundation for future growth.” Read the report for a full update on the key trends impacting the VC/PE ecosystem: https://lnkd.in/d9Pnu9Q9

We are teaming up with our friends from StartupOS to host a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration and pitch competition! The event will include: - #Startup pitches from the founders of 360 Sierra, KARDA, Inc., LearnHaus, Limpiar and Complify - AI fintech compliance software - A panel on community as a catalyst with Bismarck Lepe, Loni Olazaba and Laura I. Maydón - A session on the Latinx venture ecosystem with Kerstin Dittmar, Jolynn Vallejo and Eugenio Gonzalez - A fun art and networking reception Join us: https://lnkd.in/gYpaGFN8

From TechCrunch: “As the specter of climate change looms, companies that have the best shot at reducing emissions could snag a significant portion of the climate tech market.” Check out the full article for a look at the types of #startups featured on the new 50 by 2050 list from Congruent Ventures + SVB.