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

Presentation

State of The SPAC Market

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