An IPO can be a transformative milestone for a business, providing access to capital, increasing corporate visibility and creating new opportunities for growth. But becoming a listed company requires careful preparation, from putting the right governance and operational frameworks in place to building confidence among investors and other stakeholders.
In this on-demand discussion, Steve Banfield, Business Development Director – Share Registration at Equiniti, joins experts from Aon, Burson Buchanan, EY and Investec to explore the IPO journey and the considerations businesses should address before, during and after a listing.
The panel explores what good IPO preparation looks like, from governance, financial reporting and risk management through to developing a compelling equity story and communications strategy. The discussion also considers the realities of operating as a listed company, including shareholder engagement, ongoing disclosure requirements and maintaining market confidence.
What does the recording cover?
Access the recording for insight into:
- Assessing IPO readiness and identifying the key workstreams required
- Establishing robust governance and operational frameworks ahead of a listing
- Financial reporting and risk management considerations
- Developing a compelling equity story
- Building an effective communications strategy for investors and other stakeholders
- Managing the IPO journey from preparation through to admission
- Preparing for the realities of life as a public company
- Shareholder engagement and ongoing disclosure requirements
- Maintaining market confidence following a listing
The discussion brings together perspectives from across the
advisory landscape, providing practical insight into the opportunities and challenges businesses may encounter throughout the IPO journey and the importance of preparing not only for the transaction itself, but for long-term success in the public markets.
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practical perspectives on preparing for an IPO, navigating the listing process and building the foundations for life as a public company.