Podcast: Banking on Silicon Valley with Bob Curley on Bloomberg’s Businessweek Podcast
Bob Curley, CEO of Bridge Bank and Deputy Chief Banking Officer of Western Alliance Bank, sits down with Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec of Bloomberg’s Businessweek Podcast to dive into current tech funding trends, AI sector dynamics and what it all means for founders in 2025.
Mr. Curley has over 30 years of experience in innovation lending, investment banking, venture debt and equity financing. He has previously been named to the first class of the Silicon Valley Business Journal’s Power 100, a list of Silicon Valley’s 100 most influential people.
In this podcast you’ll hear from Mr. Curley as he dives into the dynamic world of venture capital, discussing the latest trends in startup funding, the impact of AI on the industry and the evolving strategies for IPOs and venture debt.
Technology Banking
Bridge Bank’s Technology Banking Group, a national banking group within Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, delivers flexible financial solutions custom-built for innovators and technology companies at every stage of growth to empower success in any economy. Clients nationwide benefit from the group’s deep industry knowledge, commitment to customer relationships and exceptionally responsive service: The Smarter Banking Choice for Growing Technology Companies®. Bridge Bank is part of Western Alliance Bancorporation, which has more than $80 billion in assets. Major accolades include being ranked as a top U.S. bank in 2024 by American Banker and Bank Director.
