Stifel Financial expands Venture Banking team

Stifel Financial (SF) announced a major expansion of its Venture Banking team, welcoming a new group of senior bankers, formerly from Silicon Valley Bank, who bring deep expertise across the life sciences and healthcare ecosystem. The new hires are led by Managing Directors Jackie Spencer, Anthony Flores, Milo Bissin, Julie Ebert, Timothy Lew, and Sam Subilia, all recognized for their success in venture banking, corporate finance, and strategic advisory. Collectively, they have advised and supported hundreds of early- and growth-stage companies, with backgrounds spanning commercial banking, venture debt, and investment banking at leading institutions. Vice Presidents Tessa Dibble, Lindsey Seidner, and Ariana DaCruz also join Stifel as part of the senior team.