This week, I host IPO market expert Peter Goldstein, who talks about the best time to IPO, how to position for strong IPO performance, what true IPO readiness looks like, and how companies are being valued in 2025.
If you're a founder eyeing the public markets, this is your roadmap. We dive into shifting investor sentiment, the surge in the secondary market, and strategic insights on when to go public, build public company credibility, and leverage equity in IPOs to your advantage.
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00:00 – The 2025 IPO market
02:15 – Investor sentiment in the current IPO climate
04:40 – Why IPO timing is critical: the best time to IPO
07:25 – IPO valuation expectations and market sensitivities
10:05 – IPO readiness checklist for founders
12:50 – What happens after IPO: risks and surprises
16:15 – IPO performance in 2024 vs 2025
19:30 – Market cap requirements for IPO explained
22:10 – How equity in IPO impacts control and growth
25:20 – Benefits of going public beyond capital
28:05 – Public company credibility and strategic advantages
31:15 – The rise of the secondary market and investor access
34:30 – Private stock trading trends and access to liquidity
37:20 – When should you go public?
40:10 – Employee stock incentive strategies in public companies
43:30 – Parting shot from Peter Goldstein
ABOUT PETER GOLDSTEIN
Peter Goldstein is a leading expert in the IPO market, founder of Exchange Listing LLC, and author of The Entrepreneur’s IPO. With decades of experience guiding small and micro-cap companies through public offerings, Peter is known for helping founders navigate the complexities of going public. His deep understanding of IPO readiness, valuation, and investor strategy makes him one of the most trusted voices in the space.
You can reach out to Peter through:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-goldstein-exchangelisting/
ABOUT JASON
Jason Kirby is the co-founder of Thunder VC. He is a serial entrepreneur with 4 multi-million exits and decades of experience in fundraising and business building. He has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in his career on fundraising, investing, capital strategy, and business development.
You can reach out to Jason through:
Email: jason@thunder.vc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/
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