Sean Lynden

Sean Lynden is President of Banc of California’s Venture Banking Group. In this role, he leads a national team of bankers who provide tailored banking solutions to seed- and early-stage startups, as well as fund financing for venture capital and private equity firms. He is also a member of Banc of California’s Executive Leadership Group.

Mr. Lynden is an accomplished executive with more than 30 years of experience. Before joining Banc of California, he served as President of the Venture Banking Group for Pacific Western Bank and as Senior Vice President and Risk Manager for Square 1 Bank. He began his banking career at Silicon Valley Bank, where he held various positions in technology, credit administration and finance.

Mr. Lynden also has extensive experience in venture capital and venture debt. Prior to joining Pacific Western Bank, he was a Founding Partner at Gold Hill Capital, a private venture firm that provides debt and equity capital to companies in technology and life sciences.

Mr. Lynden earned his bachelor’s degree in international relations from Stanford University.