Leveraging Technology: AI and the Banking Landscape with Marshall Hawks

27 Dec 2023 • 46 min • EN
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In this episode, James Vanreusel joins Marshall Hawks, who leads the Northern California technology relationship management team at SV, in a discussion that revolves around the role of venture debt providers, particularly Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), in supporting companies at various stages of their life cycle.  Marshall Hawks from SVB shares insights on their approach to lending, emphasizing that at early stages, they often align with equity funding. As companies progress and achieve milestones, the focus shifts to financial analysis based on specific metrics and trends. Marshall highlights a case involving Planet Labs, where SVB provided capital based on the company"s potential for a positive outcome, including a successful SPAC process. The conversation then transitions to incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) in banking operations. Marshall acknowledges the significance of AI but notes the challenges faced by regulated financial firms, such as SVB, in leveraging AI due to regulatory considerations. He shares that while AI is a prevalent topic, its implementation within SVB is constrained by the need to navigate legal landscapes and potential data security issues. Marshall provides a concrete example of AI usage in marketing, where AI-generated graphics and design were employed in a campaign. And more. Listen now. Learn more about our guest: Marshall Hawks | SVB website Ready To Scale? But not ready to invest in a CFO? One of our bespoke packages can help you.Free Starter MembershipNon-Profit Enterprise PackageFor-Profit Enterprise Package Connect with us because we love new friends! LinkedIn | Twitter |YouTube |Website Ready To Scale? But not ready to invest in a CFO? One of our bespoke packages can help you. Free Starter Membership Non-Profit Enterprise Package For-Profit Enterprise Package Connect with us because we love new friends! LinkedIn | Twitter |YouTube |Website

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