IPO 101: The Process Explained & What It Really Takes to Go Public
An IPO is often framed as the ultimate validation moment for a company. Headlines focus on valuation, first-day trading pops, and bell-ringing ceremonies.
An IPO is often framed as the ultimate validation moment for a company. Headlines focus on valuation, first-day trading pops, and bell-ringing ceremonies.
Imagine building product-market fit, signing early customers, and landing an enthusiastic Series A. You breathe easier, until the checkbooks tighten and doors close. You’re not failing. You’re stuck.
Fundraising is supposed to be a victory lap, a proof that your idea is worth betting on. But for most U.S. founders, it feels more like a marathon you didn’t train for.