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SILICON VALLEY BANK APPOINTS GERALD BRADY AS HEAD OF UK RELATIONSHIP BANKING

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Posted on January 10, 2014

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Gerald Brady Appointed Head in UK

Silicon Valley Bank, the premier financial partner to innovative businesses of all sizes and their investors worldwide, announced that Gerald Brady has moved to its UK Branch as Head of UK Relationship Banking.

Gerald Brady’s Technology Sector Experience

Gerald has extensive experience in the technology and finance world with SVB in Silicon Valley, Siemens AG and 3i in London, Palo Alto and California, as well as PC Magazine, ZDNet and the launch of Yahoo! UK.

Gerald Brady

Gerald Brady

Leadership Remarks on the Appointment

Commenting on the appointment, Phil Cox, Head of EMEA and India and President of the UK Branch for Silicon Valley Bank said: “Gerald brings vast experience and important connections within the technology sector to our clients in the UK. With his leadership, our team will continue to increase the probability of our clients’ success while growing our business at the same time.”

Gerald added: “From one fast-paced, exciting business climate to another, I am looking forward to life in London, after several years in Silicon Valley. Silicon Valley Bank is uniquely positioned to support innovative businesses throughout their life cycle with the financing and global treasury services they require. I’m thrilled to be back in the UK to help the tech sector here continue to thrive.”

Gerald Brady’s Previous Roles at SVB

Previously, Gerald was the Managing Director of Silicon Valley Bank’s Entrepreneur Services and Corporate Venture Relationship Groups which are dedicated to supporting emerging technology and life science businesses and maintaining relationships with corporate venture and corporate development groups. Gerald is on the Board of the San Francisco chapter of the British American Business Council and is a member of the Advisory Board of the NVCA’s Corporate Venture Capital Group.

Overview of Silicon Valley Bank

About Silicon Valley Bank
Silicon Valley Bank is the premier bank for technology, life sciences, cleantech, venture capital, private equity and premium wine businesses. Silicon Valley Bank and its affiliates within SVB Financial Group provide industry knowledge and connections, financing, treasury management, corporate investment and international banking services to its clients worldwide through 28 US offices and seven international operations in China, India, Israel and the UK. http://www.svb.com/uk

Silicon Valley Bank is registered in England and Wales at 41 Lothbury, London, EC2R 7HF, UK under No. FC029579. Silicon Valley Bank is authorised and regulated by the California Department of Financial Institutions and the United States Federal Reserve Bank; authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority with number 577295; and subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority and limited regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Details about the extent of our regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority are available from us on request.

Silicon Valley Bank, the premier financial partner to innovative businesses of all sizes and their investors worldwide, announced that Gerald Brady has moved to its UK Branch as Head of UK Relationship Banking.

Gerald has extensive experience in the technology and finance world with SVB in Silicon Valley, Siemens AG and 3i in London, Palo Alto and California, as well as PC Magazine, ZDNet and the launch of Yahoo! UK.

Gerald Brady

Gerald Brady

Commenting on the appointment, Phil Cox, Head of EMEA and India and President of the UK Branch for Silicon Valley Bank said: “Gerald brings vast experience and important connections within the technology sector to our clients in the UK. With his leadership, our team will continue to increase the probability of our clients’ success while growing our business at the same time.”

Gerald added: “From one fast-paced, exciting business climate to another, I am looking forward to life in London, after several years in Silicon Valley. Silicon Valley Bank is uniquely positioned to support innovative businesses throughout their life cycle with the financing and global treasury services they require. I’m thrilled to be back in the UK to help the tech sector here continue to thrive.”

Previously, Gerald was the Managing Director of Silicon Valley Bank’s Entrepreneur Services and Corporate Venture Relationship Groups which are dedicated to supporting emerging technology and life science businesses and maintaining relationships with corporate venture and corporate development groups. Gerald is on the Board of the San Francisco chapter of the British American Business Council and is a member of the Advisory Board of the NVCA’s Corporate Venture Capital Group.

About Silicon Valley Bank
Silicon Valley Bank is the premier bank for technology, life sciences, cleantech, venture capital, private equity and premium wine businesses. Silicon Valley Bank and its affiliates within SVB Financial Group provide industry knowledge and connections, financing, treasury management, corporate investment and international banking services to its clients worldwide through 28 US offices and seven international operations in China, India, Israel and the UK. http://www.svb.com/uk

Silicon Valley Bank is registered in England and Wales at 41 Lothbury, London, EC2R 7HF, UK under No. FC029579. Silicon Valley Bank is authorised and regulated by the California Department of Financial Institutions and the United States Federal Reserve Bank; authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority with number 577295; and subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority and limited regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Details about the extent of our regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority are available from us on request.

Key Takeaways

  • Gerald Brady has been appointed Head of UK Relationship Banking for Silicon Valley Bank’s UK branch.
  • Brady brings extensive experience from SVB in Silicon Valley, Siemens AG, 3i, PC Magazine, ZDNet, and the launch of Yahoo! UK.
  • Phil Cox, Head of EMEA and President of the UK Branch, emphasizes Brady’s strong tech-sector connections.
  • Brady previously led SVB’s Entrepreneur Services and Corporate Venture Relationship Groups.
  • SVB UK leverages Brady’s leadership to enhance support for innovative UK tech businesses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Gerald Brady?
Gerald Brady is a seasoned finance and technology professional who has worked at Silicon Valley Bank (Silicon Valley), Siemens AG, 3i, PC Magazine, ZDNet, and was involved in the launch of Yahoo! UK.
What is his new role?
He has been appointed Head of UK Relationship Banking at Silicon Valley Bank’s UK branch, leading client relationships in the UK tech sector.
What relevant experience does he bring?
He previously headed SVB’s Entrepreneur Services and Corporate Venture Relationship Groups and has strong industry network connections.
What did Phil Cox say about the appointment?
Phil Cox stated that Brady brings valuable tech‑sector connections, and under his leadership SVB UK will advance client success while growing the business.

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