Drew Bernstein

Co-chairman

Marcum Asia CPAs LLP

Drew Bernstein is the Co-Chairman of MarcumAsia, initially co-founder of Bernstein & Pinchuk, a PCAOB registered accounting firm which has been providing SEC audit and advisory services to Asian companies since 1983. The firm is a member of the Marcum Group and an affiliate of Marcum LLP, a leading U.S. accounting and advisory firm. The combined firm is one of the largest middle market accounting firms servicing Asia-based, US publicly traded companies.

Bernstein is a distinguished expert with deep knowledge of the Asia and U.S. financial ecosystem with experience extending across Asia, Europe and Africa. Industry experience encompasses technology, education, retail, manufacturing, hospitality, pharmaceutical and real estate. Bernstein directs a global team, featuring highly trained PCAOB and SEC accounting experts and financial consultants working in New York City as well several offices across China and Singapore.

Additionally, Bernstein is respected as a valuable industry thought leader and news commentator. He has published articles for Forbes.com, CFO.com and China Daily and is often a resource to prominent new media outlets such as Bloomberg TV, Reuters, The Financial Times, Barron’s, MarketWatch and more regarding Chinese IPOs, China’s economic growth, investment appetite, innovation trends, corporate governance, SEC regulations and more.

Bernstein graduated from the University of Maryland with a B.S. in Accounting. Currently, he resides in New York City with his wife and children.

    Topic

    2:20pm - 3:00pm

    June 18, 2025 June 18, 2025

    International SPAC Trends & Cross-Border Opportunities

    • International SPAC deals are gaining traction, particularly in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
    • Why foreign companies looking to access U.S. markets via SPACs face increased regulatory challenges but continue to explore deals
    • Understanding legal, tax, and accounting complexities, as well as geopolitical risks demand thorough due diligence
    • Dealing with currency and market risks – accounting for exchange rate fluctuations and differing economic conditions
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