When Silicon Valley Bank imploded in March, Sam Heshmati wasn’t naive enough to think that First Republic Bank -- where he had worked for more than a Led by former First Republic managing director Sam Heshamati, Citizens Private bank aims to be the 'go to bank’ for the innovation sector.

TechCrunch (TC) is a leading technology news and media site that covers the latest trends, startups, and innovations in the tech industry. With breaking news,  analysis, and expert commentary, TechCrunch provides  insights into the world of technology and entrepreneurship. Developers can learn about emerging technologies, funding opportunities, and market trends by following TechCrunch's coverage of the tech industry.

TechCrunch

Sam Heshmati worked at First Republic Bank for more than a decade and helped launch their startup practice. First Republic had been performing well year-over-year and its stock was doing well. The bank’s team went from opening new accounts to figuring out how to weather its own storm.

Armed with First Republic alums, Citizens Bank unveils new startup-focused private bank