Going Public: What I Wish I Had Known! Anomalies, Surprises and Lessons Learned from the Inside

The journey to going public is unique for every organization; often times including one-off situations and “other considerations” specific to your company. If you are considering taking your company public, this is an opportunity to gain first-hand insights and lessons learned from others who have successfully made the journey.

Our session will highlight the unplanned anomalies that can arise when going public, from differences in independence rules to how best to coordinate with your growing team. Featuring a panel discussion with board members and C-Suite executives who have recently completed their journey to going public, panelists will share their personal perspectives and highlight what they wish they had known in advance.

Attendees will walk away with a better understanding of the following:

• Biggest surprises faced when taking a company public
• Best practices for building an internal infrastructure and choosing outside vendors
• How to prioritize your efforts when deciding to go public

Speakers:

Phil Ilgenstein, Partner, Public Company Practice Leader – Weaver
Patrick Brown, Partner, Assurance Quality and Risk Management – Weaver
Zeeshan Khan, Partner, SPAC Practice Leader – Weaver
Kevin Riley, President – Riley Exploration Permian, Inc. (REPX)