I really enjoy helping founders as they advance world health.
Ben Johnson
Head of Early Stage
SVB is a unique bank. We offer easy, integrated banking products and services geared to how founders think and work, but that’s just the beginning. Because we sit at the epicenter of the life sciences and healthcare startup ecosystem, we can:
Share our holistic vantage point with founders
Bring a deep understanding across every sector: biopharma, healthtech, Dx/tools, medical devices and healthcare services
Simplify the day-to-day while helping you navigate the major milestones
Discover SVB Go. Future-forward. Game-changing. Award-winning.
Watch how SVB can simplify your banking activities.
Enjoy free unlimited wires, bill payments and mobile deposits for a limited time. There are no monthly maintenance and transaction fees. See terms and conditions for requirements.1
Help make your money last longer with our Startup Money Market Account. Like with a savings account, eligible clients earn up to 4.91% APY on deposits of $4 million or less — so you gain a longer runway. Certain limitations and restrictions apply.2
With SVB Innovators Cards, earn 2 points for every $1 spent3 on all your purchases. Be more efficient with travel and expense management tools and controls. Plus, count on venture-friendly benefits such as no personal liability and no annual fee.
Increase cashflow by accepting payments for sales, invoices, subscriptions and recurring billing with our Merchant Services offerings. Manage orders and create an integrated checkout experience on your website or in your app with flexible APIs. And keep the cash flowing with next-day funding.
Our team is here to support your global growth ambitions with market entry advice, introductions and more across Europe, Latin America, Israel and the Middle East, North Africa, and the Asian Pacific Area, including India, China, Australia and New Zealand.
SVB clients gain access to discounts on the things startups need, from cloud computing to accounting services from 50+ companies such as AWS, Google Cloud, Airtable and Vouch.4
Gain valuable perspectives on maneuvering the regulatory and fundraising maze that can support your success.
Join events where you’ll have opportunities to interact with our community of investors, other founders and ecosystem partners.
Get exclusive, sub-sector-specific insights into what’s important to investors as market dynamics change.
I really enjoy helping founders as they advance world health.
Ben Johnson
Head of Early Stage
I love helping clients turn science into sustainable businesses.
Anton Xavier
Director, Startup Life Science Banking
I’m here for the long haul at every stage of a venture’s growth.
Kaitlin Berube
Vice President, Northeast Life Science Startup Banking
As a scientist, I get it. Ventures have the vision but need tools.
Barbara Alcaraz Silva
Vice President II, Startup Banking Life Science Practice
When you have a question or want advice, you can speak with us, human to human. Our startup banking team of 100 finance pros, many with backgrounds in life science and healthcare, all share a commitment to championing your success.