Episode 94 | SVB: Powering Startup Success Stories | Julian Nash

In this episode, I sit down with Julian Nash, Managing Director at Silicon Valley Bank, to explore how SVB supports startups and the broader innovation economy. Julian shares insights into how SVB goes beyond traditional banking, providing critical resources, debt financing solutions, and strategic support tailored specifically for Frontier Tech startups.

We discuss:

- Julian’s unique journey from professional soccer to finance at SVB.

- The full suite of SVB's services for early-stage and growth-stage hardware and deep-tech companies.

- SVB’s Hardware-as-a-Service (HaaS) financing solutions and their impact on startups’ fundraising and revenue strategies.

- Key insights from SVB's State of the Markets and State of HaaS reports.

- The importance of hiring strategically, focusing on roles that immediately drive startup success.

SVB’s Frontier Tech Solutions:
https://www.svb.com/industry-solutions/hardware-frontier-technology/

Connect with Julian Nash:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-nash-43389334/

Connect with me:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregtoroosian/