Path to IPO: Creating an “Always Ready” Plan for When Opportunity Strikes

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Last year’s market uncertainty is turning into 2024 market opportunity. Data shows that IPOs are primed to make a come-back in 2024 with favorable market conditions alongside investor interest returning. As companies' cash positions are stressed from riding out market volatility, Boards push dual-track exits favoring IPO multiples. To capitalize on delicate market timing, CFOs and Controllers must start their IPO readiness journey backed by agile, adaptable functions so they can strike when the opportunity opens up. Join FloQast’s Stefan van Duyvendijk, Accounting Operations Evangelist, and Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN) Justin Lewis, Subject Matter Expert, as they go over a practical guide to IPO readiness and review the key characteristics of building an agile function to support your journey. In this session, you will: Gain insights into market trends Review a practical path to IPO readiness to plot your course Discover the people, processes, and technology investments companies should make in preparation for their next step Learn how to nurture an agile accounting and finance team in preparation for an exit, using technology as an enabler