Insights

Business Banking Insights

Great banking relationships begin with outstanding products and services. But it’s the combination of knowledge and sector-specific expertise at Bridge Bank that brings our clients a competitive advantage. In Insights, we’ve assembled smart thinking from our bankers who work to stay ahead of the curve across a wide range of industries. It’s one more way our highly experienced bankers are committed to knowing more and doing more for our clients.

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How to Choose a Business Bank Tailored to Your Needs

Mike Lederman, senior managing director in Bridge Bank’s Technology Banking Group

Podcast: The State of Banking with Senior Managing Director in Bridge Bank’s Technology Banking Group, Mike Lederman

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When Is Your Startup Ready for an Accelerator? A Conversation With Techstars and OneSeven Tech – Part 1

Understand and combat the risks surrounding cybersecurity and fraud

Safeguarding Your Business: Insights from Western Alliance Bank’s Cybersecurity and Fraud Prevention Webinar

The fraud schemes cybercriminals launch against businesses can significantly impact a company’s financial stability and reputation. Read on for insights on how to protect your business’s payables operations.

Bridge Bank has released its 2024 South Bay Economic Report

The South Bay Economy: What to Know for Business Success in 2024

Bridge Bank is the presenting sponsor of the San José State University Economic Summit, an annual event that brings together business and community leaders in the South Bay and Silicon Valley to gain insight into how the current economic landscape may aff

Small business owners choosing a business bank.

What Small Businesses Should Consider When Choosing a Business Bank

For many small business owners, the process of choosing the right bank feels overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. Here are a few key things to keep in mind to set yourself up for success.

Why Tech Startups Should Value Experience When Choosing a Bank

Recently, Ryan Dammeyer, senior managing director in Bridge Bank’s Technology Banking Group, met up with Smart Brevity Studio to discuss why tech startups should value experience when choosing a bank.

Startup company founders researching venture capital

3 Tips for Venture Capital Due Diligence

In a classic episode of the popular This Week In Startups (TWIST) podcast, investor Jason Calacanis explored the topic of VC due diligence with Scott Orn, a former VC now with well-known startup CPA firm Kruze Consulting.

How to Choose a Business Bank Tailored to Your Needs

Selecting the ideal business bank goes beyond basic financial transactions. Your bank should not only handle your finances but also provide tailored solutions for your industry, expert advice on the latest regional trends and unwavering support.

Podcast: The State of Banking with Senior Managing Director in Bridge Bank’s Technology Banking Group, Mike Lederman

Mike Lederman, senior managing director in Bridge Bank’s Technology Banking Group, joins the Beyond the Balance Sheet Podcast to discuss the current state of the banking industry and the benefits of debt facilities versus raising equity capital.

How to Get Started With Minimum Viable Product (MVP): A Conversation With Techstars and OneSeven Tech – Part 2

Even early-stage tech startups require a saleable product. That typically begins a minimum viable product. How can your company cut through the clutter and make the most efficient use of its resources for the best chance at a successful MVP and beyond?

When Is Your Startup Ready for an Accelerator? A Conversation With Techstars and OneSeven Tech – Part 1

For early-stage startups, a company’s success depends on identifying the right problem, providing the right solution and serving the right customer — at the right time. Participating in an accelerator program can be an invaluable aid to that process.

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Venture Debt Remains Strong Amidst Slowdown in VC Investment

Recently, Mike Lederman, senior managing director in Bridge Bank’s Technology Banking Group, met up with Smart Brevity Studio to discuss why venture debt is available and as strong as ever for companies that are raising equity.