History and Functions of Silicon Valley Bank

Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It was originally established to provide banking services to the technology and startup industries in Silicon Valley.

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SVB offers a range of financial services to its clients, including commercial banking, investment banking, asset management, private banking, and global services.

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SVB primarily serves the technology and startup industries, as well as venture capitalists and private equity firms. It also serves a number of other industries, including healthcare, wine, and premium spirits.

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SVB has a global presence, with offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, Israel, China, and India.

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SVB has a unique corporate culture that is focused on innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship. It is known for its informal and creative work environment, and for its support of startups and emerging businesses.

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SVB is actively involved in the communities in which it operates. It supports a number of nonprofit organizations, including those focused on education, healthcare, and the environment.

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SVB has played a key role in many high-profile IPOs in the technology industry, including Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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