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Jump Start Your Start-Up

It takes more than a great idea to launch a new technology or life science business. It takes the
expertise, connections and guidance only an insider with years of industry experience can offer.

SVB has been at the forefront of the technology and life sciences industry since 1983, helping
entrepreneurs take their ideas to the next stage. Whether it's getting a better understanding of
the current funding environment, learning about networking opportunities that can help you
connect with investors and other entrepreneurs, or accelerating your business through flexible
financing solutions, you can count on SVB for the knowledge and support you need to succeed.

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We can help you stay connected
Our deep relationships with investors keep us well informed about what's going on in the venture world. We have a unique vantage point, and we extend that insight to our clients to help increase their chances of success.

Staying on top of a rapidly changing market and business environment is critical to your business. Whether you're a first-time or serial entrepreneur, SVB Accelerator networking events offer opportunities to expand your professional network, share ideas and best practices with other entrepreneurs, and meet potential investors.

We're there for you at every stage of your business
With a specialized solution set that is both deep and wide, SVB has the capabilities to meet your banking and operational needs every step of the way — from initial startup through evolution into a large, global company with complex treasury needs.

As your business grows, our dedicated and knowledgeable team will be there to help you with your evolving needs. We can also connect you to other valuable resources, ranging from payroll and HR benefits providers, to legal and accounting firms, temp CFOs, and more.

SVB Accelerator provides specialized solutions:Comprehensive, competitively priced financial products and services for each stage of growth — whether you're just getting started or on your way with more complex financial needs.Dedicated service representatives who work... Read More

Jump Start Your Start-Up

It takes more than a great idea to launch a new technology or life science business. It takes the
expertise, connections and guidance only an insider with years of industry experience can offer.

SVB has been at the forefront of the technology and life sciences industry since 1983, helping
entrepreneurs take their ideas to the next stage. Whether it's getting a better understanding of
the current funding environment, learning about networking opportunities that can help you
connect with investors and other entrepreneurs, or accelerating your business through flexible
financing solutions, you can count on SVB for the knowledge and support you need to succeed.

We can help you stay connected
Our deep relationships with investors keep us well informed about what's going on in the venture world. We have a unique vantage point, and we extend that insight to our clients to help increase their chances of success.

Staying on top of a rapidly changing market and business environment is critical to your business. Whether you're a first-time or serial entrepreneur, SVB Accelerator networking events offer opportunities to expand your professional network, share ideas and best practices with other entrepreneurs, and meet potential investors.

We're there for you at every stage of your business
With a specialized solution set that is both deep and wide, SVB has the capabilities to meet your banking and operational needs every step of the way — from initial startup through evolution into a large, global company with complex treasury needs.

As your business grows, our dedicated and knowledgeable team will be there to help you with your evolving needs. We can also connect you to other valuable resources, ranging from payroll and HR benefits providers, to legal and accounting firms, temp CFOs, and more.

SVB Accelerator provides specialized solutions:

Comprehensive, competitively priced financial products and services for each stage of growth — whether you're just getting started or on your way with more complex financial needs.
Dedicated service representatives who work with startups every day and understand their unique banking needs.
An online commercial banking platform that accommodates multiple employees with varying permission levels, and is compatible with Intuit® QuickBooks.
Flexible lending solutions designed to differentiate between perceived and real risk. Our credit solutions are tailored to manage risk — most banks try to eliminate it.
Simplified management of company-issued stock and options with CapMX®, our eProsper unit's proprietary, web-based corporate equity management solution

No other provider matches our extensive experience and deep understanding of the needs that technology and life science companies face — or provides the range of specialized solutions for meeting those needs.

Discover how SVB Accelerator can accelerate your business.

Contact one of our team members for more information.

What Our Clients Are Saying

	SVB understands our technical needs and consistently comes up with creative solutions to some unusual financial concerns. They have developed a relationship with us that we can rely upon. Evan Williams, CEO Twitter
	SVB introduced us to the firm that ended up leading our Series B round. They have unique insights into the VC community and know better than anyone which VC is truly going to be a fit with the company. They understand entrepreneurs and are respectful of our time, and only make introductions when it makes sense. We are grateful to the team at SVB for a great Series B round. Renaud Laplanche, CEO Lending Club Corporation
	SVB understands what it's like to get your first big investment check. They took care of everything, helping us understand where to put the money and how to use the various financial tools. SVB made making these decisions easy, which enabled me to focus on what I care about most - my product and business. Rich Aberman, Co-founder WePay
	We are happy to count on SVB as a trusted friend and partner with its innovative approach to helping young companies such as ours, especially in these challenging times. Loney Antony, Managing Director Prizm Payment Services
	SVB has a phenomenal track record in helping build companies. I’ve always been impressed with their agility and common-sense approach. Conrad Burke, CEO Innovalight
	Even before we had become a client, SVB helped welcome me into the local technology business community via SVB hosted events. SVB continually facilitates networking opportunities with other area CEOs as well as executives of SVB. These unique opportunities reassure me that SVB is committed to helping my company be successful. Braxton Jarratt, CEO Clearleap
	It is important to establish a relationship with a bank early on that will meet your needs throughout your company's life cycle. You may not be thinking about using more advanced financial tools today, but you want your bank to have that capability when you are ready. SVB knows what start-ups need and will be there to fully support your company throughout all life stages. Jason Freedman, Co-Founder FlightCaster

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SVB Events

	CEO Accelerator April 27, 2010 Mountain View, CA

	Housing California's 2010 Annual Conference April 26, 2010 - April 28, 2010 Sacramento, CA

	Web Seminar: Managing Currency Risk in the Chinese Market March 24, 2010 Online

	SVB Showcase March March 22, 2010 Palo Alto, CA

	SVB Seminar Series - Fraud March 09, 2010 Grand Colonial La Jolla

	Global Expansion Forum - Texas October 29, 2009 Omni Hotel, Houston, TX

	SVB Showcase October 22, 2009 Quadrus Conference Center, Menlo Park, CA

	9th Annual IVCA CFO Summit October 22, 2009 University of Chicago Gleacher Center, Chicago, IL

	Global Expansion Forum - Minnesota October 20, 2009 The Metropolitan, Minneapolis, MN

	Global Expansion Forum - Arizona October 15, 2009 Hyatt Regency, Scottsdale, AZ

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SVB News

	Range Fuels Closes on $80 Million Loan Guaranteed by U.S. Department of Agriculture Client News - March 03, 2010

	AgraQuest Strengthens Financial Standing Ahead of Planned IPO Client News - March 03, 2010

	Luna Innovations Announces New Credit Facility Client News - February 18, 2010

	Comverge Announces $20 Million Revolving Credit Facility Increase Client News - February 08, 2010

	Oxford Finance Corporation Closes $25 Million Credit Facility with EUSA Pharma [with SVB] Client News - February 04, 2010

	Xtiva Secures $1.2 Million Revolving Credit Facility with Silicon Valley Bank Client News - February 03, 2010

	Silicon Valley Bank Leads $75 Million Growth Financing for Telecommunication Systems, Inc. Client News - January 19, 2010

	Conexant Retires Remaining Senior Secured Debt, Establishes New Credit Facility Client News - December 23, 2009

	PlumChoice Raises $10 Million in Bank Financing with Silicon Valley Bank Client News - December 09, 2009

	Braintech Inc. Closes $3 Million Financing with Silicon Valley Bank Client News - November 10, 2009

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	Albert Martinez Senior Relationship Manager SVB, Palo Alto (Hanover St.) Specializing In: Venture Banking, Venture Debt

	Gerald Brady MD SVB, Palo Alto (Hanover St.)

	Jody Delpero Martinez Relationship Advisor, Supervisor Silicon Valley Bank, Palo Alto (Palo Alto Square) Specializing In: New Startup Accounts, Pre-funded And Seed Funded Company Banking, Connecting Startups To Resources