Join us as we help private companies better understand the process behind an initial public offering as well as the differences and similarities with other "go-public" transactions, such as direct listing and deSPACs. Wilson Sonsini partner in the capital markets group, Megan Baier, will discuss what go-public transactions and processes look like and what to expect throughout the process, including how to prepare and pitfalls to avoid.

Topics to be discussed:

• What really happens in an IPO
• Differences and similarities of an IPO to a direct listing or deSPAC
• IPO timeline
• Preparing for an IPO 12-36 months in advance
• Executing your IPO