The initial public offering window is open—but is your private equity-backed company ready to seize the opportunity? After a two-year drought, 2026 is shaping up as a historic window for PE exits via IPO. Portfolio companies that were built for sale to strategic buyers or other PE firms are now pivoting to public markets. But here's the challenge: The strategies that made them attractive to PE create significant obstacles on the path to going public.
Many PE-backed companies have been assembled through aggressive roll-up strategies—acquiring multiple add-ons to build scale, consolidate markets and drive valuation multiples. While this creates value in private markets, it introduces profound complexity when preparing for an IPO.
This live session will address the unique challenges and considerations faced by PE-backed companies who are preparing—or being asked to prepare—for an IPO. Whether your PE sponsor has signaled an IPO exit or you're proactively preparing for the possibility, this session will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the transition successfully.
What you’ll learn by attending:
- The unique IPO challenges PE-backed companies face
- Insights into key financial and operational readiness requirements
- Guidance on assessing your current IPO readiness
- How to develop a realistic IPO preparation timeline
