Podcast overview
In this episode of the Privately Speaking podcast series, host and Private Enterprise partner, Erika Whitmore, and Jack Cassel, Senior Vice President and Head of Listings for the Western US at Nasdaq, discuss the anticipated rebound of the IPO market in 2025. Listen to the full episode for the latest insights on these topics:
- Market rebound timeline: Find out when the IPO market will significantly accelerate.
- Top companies leading IPOs: Discover which companies are expected to lead the initial IPO wave.
- IPO preparation steps: Learn when to start, who to engage with, and necessary transparency.
- Importance of retail investors: Understand why they should be part of your strategy.
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