IPO PREPARATION & ADVISORY

Taking Your Company Public

Embarking on the journey toward an initial public offering (IPO) is a transformative milestone for any company. At Geminum, we provide comprehensive support to navigate this complex process, ensuring your business is strategically and operationally ready for the public markets. From financial readiness to regulatory compliance, our expertise ensures a smooth and successful transition to becoming a publicly traded company.

Pre-IPO Readiness Assessment: Conduct a readiness assessment to identify potential gaps in financial reporting, internal controls, or governance, and implement solutions to ensure compliance before the IPO launch.
Financial Reporting and Structuring: Prepare comprehensive financial reports and ensure they meet IPO standards, including historical financial statements, pro forma adjustments, and management discussion and analysis (MD&A).
Regulatory Compliance: Guide the company through the legal and regulatory requirements for an IPO, including preparing the prospectus and disclosures required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or other relevant regulatory bodies, in close cooperation with the company’s legal advisors.
Internal Controls and Governance: Implement, perform, and maintain internal controls across financial processes in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. Collaborate with management and external auditors to ensure adherence to SOX standards, particularly in areas affecting financial statements and reporting.
Audit Coordination: Work with external auditors to manage and coordinate the audit process, ensuring that all financial disclosures and controls are in place and compliant with IPO requirements.
Financial Forecasting and Valuation: Support the preparation of financial projections and valuations to build a compelling story for investors and the market, ensuring consistency with the company’s growth strategy.
Investor Relations and Communications: Advise on building effective communications strategies for investors, including preparing presentations, press releases, and responses to investor inquiries.
Valuation & Pricing Strategy: Assist in determining the company’s valuation and pricing strategy by analyzing market trends, comparable company data, and financial projections.
Stakeholder Engagement: Support management in engaging with stakeholders, including investment banks, legal advisors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring smooth coordination throughout the IPO process.
Employee Stock Plans: Assist with designing and implementing employee stock options and other equity compensation programs to incentivize and retain key talent post-IPO.
Post-IPO Support: Provide ongoing advisory services after the IPO, including managing public company compliance, market expectations, and investor relations.

Why Geminum

At Geminum, we bring years of experience in guiding companies through complex financial milestones, including IPOs. Having led organizations through this transformative process, we understand the challenges from an insider's perspective and know what it takes to succeed. Our hands-on approach, combined with deep expertise in financial reporting and structuring, ensures a well-coordinated and effective IPO journey. Whether it’s addressing disclosure requirements, building a compelling financial narrative, or engaging with stakeholders, Geminum is your trusted partner in achieving a successful public offering. Contact us to learn how Geminum can support your company through every step of the IPO process and help you achieve your financial goals.