Insights

Western Alliance Bank

Great banking relationships begin with outstanding products and services. But it’s the combination of knowledge and sector-specific expertise at Western Alliance 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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Business Owners Can Plan Their Exits Using These Strategies

Western Alliance Bank recently convened a panel of experts to discuss how business owners can successfully exit their businesses, whether through a sale, passing it on to the next generation or giving management the opportunity to take over the company.

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Western Alliance Gaming Among Lenders Recognized By Native American Finance Officers Association

Western Alliance Bank has been recognized by the Native American Finance Officers Association for its work with the Jamul Indian Village of California.

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Forbes: 6 Ways To Be An Ally For Women In Tech

Forbes spoke to several women leaders, including Western Alliance Bank General Counsel Jessica Jarvi and Chief Digital Officer Jennifer Wilson, about how allyship can support the career trajectories of women and non-white workers, particularly in IT.

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Understanding Venture Debt Funding for Life Sciences Companies

Venture debt is a type of debt financing obtained by early and growth-stage companies and is typically used as a complementary method to equity financing.

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For Western Alliance Bank, Culture Is the ‘Secret Sauce’ (WSJ)

Western Alliance Bank Chief Administrative Officer Tim Boothe discusses the bank’s technology, culture of relentless innovation and high-touch service with The Wall Street Journal and Deloitte.

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How the Right Bank Can Serve Your Startup: 5 Considerations in Today’s Environment

In today’s environment, startups have evolving banking needs, and finding the right fit for your startup depends on your company’s unique needs. These five considerations can help your startup choose the right bank to set you up for success.

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Foreign Exchange Hedging Policy Client Advisory

All companies operating internationally will be exposed to foreign currency exchange (FX) risk. Financial derivatives are products that can be utilized to reduce the impact.

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Asset-Based Lending: Advantages and Examples

There are many ways of raising the capital needed to grow a business, yet many companies default to a traditional cash flow-based loan. Asset-based lending is a lesser-known financing option that may make more sense.

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Understanding Asset-Based Lending and Its Benefits for Your Business

Even though a business generates significant assets it may still experience cash shortages. It may grow so rapidly that the company’s cash flow is not aligned with traditional borrowing requirements.

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Economic Forecast Leading Into 2023: Bumps and Opportunities in the Road

The dynamic economic conditions of 2022 won’t smooth out any time soon. But the economic forecast isn’t all bad, and may hold promise for a robust private sector.

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