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The Complete Going Public Handbook
  by Frederick D. Lipman
 
  • Everything you need to turn a Private Enterprise into a Publicly Traded Company

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"An easy-to-read, step-by-step guide on surviving the process."
-USA TODAY

"Well-researched and thorough. A useful guide for an entrepreneur wishing to understand the benefits, risks and timing considerations of an initial public offering."

-W.GAR RICHLIN
Former head of Investment Banking, Deutsche Banc Alex. Brown LLC

"Contains valuable suggestions for advanced planning and underwriter selection and belongs in the library of every entrepreneur and business executive."

-William C. Tyson
Associate Professor, Legal Studies
The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania

Frederick D. Lipman a commentator on CNN and CNBC, is a partner in the prestigious Philadelphia-based law firm of Blank Rome LLP with offices located in Philadelphia,Allentown and Media, Pennsylvania; Cherry Hill and Trenton, New Jersey; New York, New York; Wilmington, Delaware; Cincinnati, Ohio; Baltimore, Maryland; Washington, D.C.; and Boca Raton, Florida.

A graduate of Harvard Law School with over 38 years of IPO legal experience, he teaches at the Wharton School of Business. Mr. Lipman is the author of Financing Your Business with Venture Capital, Audit Committees, and How Much is Your Business Worth?

Going Public is one of the most important steps in the life of a business. Done correctly it can lead to an infusion of capital to fuel long term growth. Done incorrectly it can can rob a company of its unique vision.

The Complete Going Public Handbook shows you how to successfully launch an IPO that meets the needs of your business and, at the same time, avoids the all-too common mistakes that can squander a company's future.

Frederick D. Lipman thoroughly explains the process in an easy-to-understand format. He also offers a unique index that lists underwriters for different types and sizes of offerings. In addition you'll learn how to:

  • Determine whether going public is right for your business
  • Develop a five year plan to ensure a successful IPO
  • Select the underwriter most suited to your firms needs
  • Understand current SEC regulations
  • Attract investment bankers
  • Qualify your stock for trading on NYSE, NASDAQ and other major stock exchanges

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