The SPAC Conference 2019
The SPAC Conference is the largest forum for networking and discussion of special purpose acquisition companies and alternative IPO techniques.
DealFlow Events is pleased to offer the complete set of audio/video recordings from this event along with the official Event Book & Resource Guide.
If you missed the conference, you can still benefit from all the education of attending the event. Purchase the archive event kit today or call us at (516) 876-8006 or email team@dealflowevents.com with questions.
February 7, 2019
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Registration & Breakfast (sponsored by Morrow Sodali)
8:35 AM - 8:45 AM
Opening Remarks
8:50 AM - 9:10 AM
9:15 AM - 9:35 AM
Presentation
Recent Trends: Successes and Challenges
9:40 AM - 10:25 AM
Panel
SPAC Market Outlook Through 2019
- SPACs continue to be an attractive vehicle for raising capital
- Market interest remains strong, with IPO Vital Signs reporting 12 SPAC IPOs raising over $2.3 billion by Q3 2018
- Tech, Biotech and Healthcare companies continue to be prime targets, but for how long?
- Understanding costs – granting SPAC equity versus paying investment banking fees for traditional IPOs
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM
Networking Break
10:55 AM - 11:15 AM
Presentation
Navigating the Registration Statement Process
11:20 AM - 12:05 PM
Presentation
Financial Statement Requirements for Business Combinations
- SEC requirements for target financial statements in the SPAC business combination context
- Identifying issues early in the process that could delay the deal
- Process for seeking relief from the SEC from the technical requirements
- Post-closing financial statement issues
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM
Presentation
SPAC Investors and Strategies
12:30 PM - 1:35 PM
Lunch (sponsored by Continental Stock Transfer & Trust)
1:35 PM - 2:20 PM
Panel
Mechanics of the Redemption Process
- Communicating with key stakeholders
- Challenges with international deals and investors
- Building credibility as an operating company
- Wooing new investors with long-term strategies
2:20 PM - 2:45 PM
Networking Break
2:45 PM - 3:05 PM
Presentation
Working with Special Purpose Acquisition Companies
3:10 PM - 3:55 PM
Panel
Current Wisdom on Prepping IPOs, Seeking Targets
- Stronger market conditions since 2016 have opened a path for new fundraisers in equity markets
- Manage resale restrictions that arise when dealing with illiquid, over the counter companies
- Avoid hefty bank fees and underwriting discounts required in a traditional IPO
- What investors are looking for
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Panel
Positioning the IPO: Listing on the NYSE, Nasdaq, and TSX
4:50 PM - 5:35 PM
Panel
In Conversation with SPAC Execs, Bankers & Investors
- Notable deals this year
- The most popular target sectors
- Listing challenges with different exchanges
- Notable failures (and what went wrong)
5:35 PM - 5:45 PM
Closing Remarks
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Cocktail Reception (sponsored by GigCapital)
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