Banking
April 6, 2023

Coping with Layoffs in the Tech Industry: A Personal Perspective from Rob Tompkins

Coping with Layoffs in the Tech Industry: A Personal Perspective from Rob Tompkins
Banking
April 6, 2023

Coping with Layoffs in the Tech Industry: A Personal Perspective from Rob Tompkins

Ignacio GassĂł
Co-founder & Chief Operation Officer
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The recent news of layoffs at Silicon Valley Bank has sent shockwaves throughout the industry, leaving former employees and alumni reeling with a mix of emotions. As someone who spent 11 years working at the bank, both in Austin and the Bay Area, Rob Tompkins shares his perspective on how the past week has unfolded and how it has affected him personally. He notes that while it has been a whirlwind of events, many former colleagues and friends are still in shock and processing the news in their own way. The initial shock has turned into sadness, disbelief, and frustration, but he sees many people now shifting into problem-solving mode to navigate this difficult time.

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