159. How Founders Can Plan for an IPO w/Neil Shah | London Stock Exchange Group

Episode 159: In LAB #41, Amardeep Parmar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amardeepsparmar) from The BAE HQ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-bae-hq) welcomes Neil Shah, Head of Tech, Primary Markets, London Stock Exchange

In this podcast episode, Neil Shah discuss the intricacies of IPOs, emphasising that they should be viewed as a funding round rather than an exit. They delve into the benefits of going public, the misconceptions surrounding IPOs, and the steps businesses can take to prepare for an IPO.

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Show Notes: 

00:00 -  Intro

01:10 Explanation of what an IPO is.

01:47 - Benefits of going public for business owners.

02:37 - Misconceptions about IPOs.

03:12 - Advantages of IPOs, including independence and capital access.

05:24 - Comparison between UK and US IPOs and their market dynamics.

07:01 - Misconceptions and realities about IPO readiness and market options.

08:11 - Examples of successful IPOs and their impacts.

09:54 - Discussion on startup funding and market perceptions.

10:49 - Succession planning and preparing for an IPO.

12:04 - Advice for founders considering IPOs and the role of professional management.

13:53 - Importance of maintaining companies in the UK and its market ecosystem.

14:54 - Insights into the IPO process for various types of companies.

16:13 - Case study of Raspberry Pi’s successful IPO.

18:07 - Current trends and future outlook of the IPO market.

20:21 - The cyclical nature of IPO markets and recent IPO statistics.

22:04 - IPO readiness for tech and non-tech companies.

24:50 - Excitement about the future of the UK tech scene and the importance of funding.

25:50 - Examples of UK companies poised for growth.

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