Bob Curley

Bob Curley, CEO of Bridge Bank and Deputy Chief Banking Officer at Western Alliance, dives into the evolving world of tech IPOs and startup funding. He discusses the recent surge in Chime Financial's IPO and its implications for market sentiment. Curley highlights the challenges startups face in a post-pandemic landscape, the rise of venture debt, and the strategic role of partnerships. The conversation also touches on investment trends in AI, likening its growth to the dot-com boom, while providing insights on navigating financial turbulence in the banking sector.