First Republic Venture Capital Services Team
First Republic Bank offers a specialized set of banking and through our affiliates, wealth management services, to support the success of venture funds, limited partners and startups at every stage of growth. Our Beyond Banking services provide you with connections and industry insights through our events, articles and research reports. We are committed to relationship-based service and responsiveness through a dedicated banker backed by a team of experts.
To learn more, contact your local banking team at FRBInnovation@firstrepublic.com.
Advisory Network
With the unique needs of growing tech companies in mind, we can connect you with our vast network of industry leaders and third-party services and discounts to help you scale faster and save money. View Innovators’ Toolkit.
Industry Insights
Articles and research reports for companies and investors, covering topics from best practices in building and running a startup or venture firm, to industry trends and investment opportunities. Read more.
Events & Industry Partnerships
For topics that matter most, we offer educational events and workshops, peer-to-peer gatherings and partnerships at local industry events including RAISE, All Raise, Women in VC, Kauffman Fellows, Oper8r and many more.
Lending Solutions
Set your business up for long-term growth with our selection of flexible lending products — including specialized lines of credit, terms loans, partner loans and custom loans — to help you reach your goals.
Operational Guidance
We’re here to help, whether you need guidance on firm operational infrastructure or fund best practices.
Treasury Management
Our team is well-versed in the unique cash-flow issues that innovative companies face. We provide sweep accounts, money market accounts, collection solutions and wire transfers to manage your cash flow and FX solutions to manage your foreign currency exposure.
Private Equity Quarterly Q2 2021
While tech and life science companies typically receive venture investing, it’s becoming increasingly more common to see private equity funds target venture portfolio companies with growth capital. Read more.
Using Artificial Intelligence to Prevent Wildfires
Buzz Solutions, a bay area startup, is revolutionizing the utility industry with new technology that not only saves time and resources, but it can also prevent damaging wildfires. Read more.
How to Raise and Successfully Close Fund II
Emerging managers are key players in the VC space, with the potential to steer founders to successful exits and deliver significant returns for investors. Read more.
Sam Heshmati
Senior Managing Director
Sector Lead – VC, PE and Tech Banking
(650) 847-0470
sheshmati@firstrepublic.com
Sector Lead – VC, PE and Tech Banking
(650) 847-0470
sheshmati@firstrepublic.com
Jeffrey Javier
Value–Add Team
In addition to offering banking services, our experts are here to help you navigate the details of setting up a fund, including data room review, operation best practices, CFO office hours and pre-close services.
Caroline Hale
Senior Director
Women in VC
Family Office Practice
Operations Specialist
(707) 688-0301
chale@firstrepublic.com
Women in VC
Family Office Practice
Operations Specialist
(707) 688-0301
chale@firstrepublic.com
Sean Park
Managing Director
Fund Formation and
Operations Specialist
(650) 796-8206
seanpark@firstrepublic.com
Fund Formation and
Operations Specialist
(650) 796-8206
seanpark@firstrepublic.com
First Republic’s Private Equity and Venture Capital Clients
