Ken Fugate
Since June 2023, co-founder and Managing Group Director Customers Bank Technology & Venture Banking Group, responsible for leading the Group, overseeing its strategy, performance and growth.
Previously co-founded the Signature Bank Venture Banking group in 2019 and led the group as Managing Group Director
Previously EVP, Technology Banking Central, PACW/Square 1 Bank, responsible for the technology and life sciences team in Square 1’s Central region including the Midwest, Rocky Mountain and Texas markets.
26 years of venture lending experience.
Co-founder team of Square 1 Bank in 2005, helping build the Square 1 brand and franchise to $4B in assets and a successful IPO prior to its acquisition by PacWest Bank.
April 10, 2025
Two Years On: What’s Really Going on with the Venture Banks?
- Hear from seasoned venture bankers as they debunk the myths and mythology surrounding the banking crisis of 2023:
- Who are the “winners” and “losers” from the banking crisis?
- Has private credit fundamentally changed the venture lending landscape?
- Leveraging “brand” to achieve success.
