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Your business is growing quickly. You need access to capital, want to conquer new markets, and hope to build your brand.

Is an initial public offering (IPO) the right step?

Our Strategic Growth Markets have guided thousands of companies like yours on the journey from start up to listed company to major market leader. While we thrive on helping companies to deliver successful IPOs, we also recognize that an IPO is not right for everyone. That’s why we help you to evaluate the pros and cons of an IPO, de-mystify the process, examine the alternatives and prepare for life in the public spotlight.

Should you decide to list on the capital markets, we can make a difference by working with your business through each stage of the IPO lifecycle and beyond. We can help you:

• Review personal and business objectives (such as owner liquidity vs capital for growth)
• Consider appropriate initiatives and transaction strategies, such as alliances or acquisitions, to position the company for an IPO
• Understand the changes between current financial reporting practices and regulatory reporting requirements (where appropriate), and anticipate regulators’ questions to smooth the way
• Undertake benchmarking analysis of the company and its competitors to determine IPO readiness
• Evaluate the company’s organizational, tax, financial and succession planning structures
• Ensure accuracy of financial information and completeness of documentation (stock records, related party transactions, contractual obligations etc)
• Test ability to draft, review and report periodic financial results, including review by attorneys, accountants, board members and other external advisors as appropriate