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Re: stock777777 post# 135325

Tuesday, 06/01/2010 8:52:24 AM

Tuesday, June 01, 2010 8:52:24 AM

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And last info:How long does it take to go public in the US? There is no one answer since there are many variables involved. The first step is to assemble your core IPO team, including lead underwriter(s), legal counsel and accountants. Then your printer, transfer agent and other team members are selected and responsibilities assignedmany variables involved. The first step is to assemble your core IPO team, including lead underwriter(s), legal counsel and accountants. Then your printer, transfer agent and other team members are selected and responsibilities assigned.



Once the team is ready to go, a typical IPO timetable is as follows:



Time Period Steps
Weeks 1 through 8
Preparation of prospectus and registration statement.

Submit to SEC

Weeks 8 through 13
SEC review period

Weeks 10 through 13
Road show preparation

Weeks 12 through 14
Amendments to SEC filings

Weeks 14 through 17
Road Show/Marketing

Weeks 17 through 20
Complete prospectus. Approve offering terms and price with underwriters.

File prospectus – offering