The SPAC Conference 2022

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.

June 15, 2022

7:45 AM - 8:45 AM

Breakfast (Sponsored By Morrow Sodali)

8:45 AM - 9:00 AM

Opening Remarks

9:05 AM - 9:25 AM

Presentation

State of The Market

Overview of recent deal activity including a recap of 2021 year-end performance
Notable changes to SPAC deal structure and possible changes in light of SEC rulemaking
Market forecast through 2022
How the SEC's proposed rulemaking might impact future SPAC deals

9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Presentation

What’s Next for Blank-check Firms?

A ticking clock for existing SPACs to get deals done
More new SPACs entering the pipeline only means more competition
Anticipating what the SEC may do in 2022
U.S. SPAC expertise eyeing international targets

9:55 AM - 10:15 AM

Presentation

SPAC Litigation: Pain is Inevitable, Suffering is Optional

The most alarming types of cases
Notable trends
Case studies: Avoid mistakes others have already made
Insurance as a defense litigation tool?
Our SPAC crystal ball

10:20 AM - 10:50 AM

Networking Break

10:50 AM - 11:20 AM

Presentation

Accounting & Audit Considerations during the Lifecycle of a SPAC

Pre- and post-IPO accounting requirements and report frequency
Audited financial statements and shareholder proxies
Accounting for the acquisition transaction
Post-merger (de-SPAC) accounting requirements

11:25 AM - 11:55 AM

Presentation

What it Takes to be a SPAC Sponsor

Demonstrating expertise in at least one business sector
Maintaining deep connections to finance professionals, private equity
Proven hands-on M&A experience, preferably on both the buy and sell sides
Track record of C-Suite level management success

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Presentation

Counseling Private Companies Considering a SPAC in These Turbulent Times

Hear what advisors are telling private companies considering SPACs in this environment
Navigating some of the tough issues of the day and what to look out for
How market and other forces are influencing how companies should behave

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Panel

Merger Special Meeting: The Final Hurdle to Approving a Business Combination

Arbitrage investors and empty voting
Advisory firm recommendations and timing
Redemption levels and exchange listing requirements
Compressed solicitation window to achieve required vote

2:20 PM - 2:40 PM

Presentation

SPACs by the Numbers

SPAC IPO activity
Yields and market dynamics
De-SPAC performance
Deal and financing trends

2:45 PM - 3:05 PM

Fireside

Venture Capital-backed Targets: From Moonshots to Predictable Cash Flows

Best advice for VC-backed companies considering SPAC route
Minority control: Fickle boards and strong founders
SEC proposed rulemaking and its impact on VC-backed companies
Generalist vs. specialist SPACs, tradeoffs the venture CEO should consider

3:10 PM - 3:35 PM

Networking Break

3:35 PM - 4:20 PM

Panel

Your Path to Going Public: De-SPAC or IPO

SPACs: The speedier path to market
Different costs associated with both routes
Why SPACs offer less volatile target valuation
Understanding shareholder dilution (and associated complaints)

4:25 PM - 5:05 PM

Panel

Spotting Red Flags on a Deal

Inadequate/rushed due diligence
SPAC management expertise (or lack thereof) in selected sectors
Disclosures that raise more questions than answers
Valuations unsupported by the numbers
SPAC management’s track record
How the SEC’s SPAC rulemaking proposal might affect transaction diligence and deal execution

5:10 PM - 5:30 PM

Closing Remarks

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Cocktail Reception (Sponsored By Marcum)

June 16, 2022

7:45 AM - 8:45 AM

Breakfast (Sponsored By Morrow Sodali)

8:45 AM - 9:00 AM

Opening Remarks

9:05 AM - 9:35 AM

Round Table

Fostering Clear Communication with Retail SPAC Investors

Investor lawsuits against de-SPACed companies are on the rise
Marketing vigorously, making robust projections, avoiding hyperbole
Issuing regular updates and press releases
Rock the vote: Ensuring retail investors participate in shareholder meetings and merger votes

9:40 AM - 10:00 AM

Fireside

Public Company Readiness for Business Combination Companies

SEC filing requirements
Audits and internal controls
Understanding investor relations

10:05 AM - 10:25 AM

Fireside

SPACs and Environmental, Social and Governance Investing: Latest Industry Trends

ESG global market added $40B in assets this year and demand is growing
ESG remains a major focus for target companies
Determining target sustainability based on ESG factors
Leading ESG sectors and a look at trends on target company management and boards
Gender diversity and SPACs

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Round Table

International Intrigue: Understanding the Overseas SPAC Market

Hot spots: Amsterdam, London (France, Sweden and Germany tied for distant 3rd place)
Asia emerges as growing SPAC market with Singapore and Hong Kong leading
Desire to list on American Exchanges gives US SPACs an edge in many sectors
Deal structures, taxes and other cross-border SPAC issues
US anti-inversion rules and international M&A

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Networking Break

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Panel

M&A Advice Wanted

Differing perspectives: Buy side vs. sell side
Keys to effective negotiation
Understanding the deal structure
Assessing the target’s true financial condition and prospects

12:20 PM - 12:40 PM

Presentation

Navigating a Challenging PIPE Market and Alternative De-SPAC Financing Structures

Trends in De-SPAC PIPEs, including increased use of convertible debt and convertible preferred equity
Forward purchases
Backstop agreements
Sponsor participation in PIPEs and backstop

12:45 PM - 1:15 PM

Presentation