IPO as alternative to VC funding

Successful Raising Probability: High
Time to Get Money: 3 months to 1 year
Equity for Sale: Up to 35%
Average Raising Amount: $10-30 million
Require Board Control or Board Seat: No
Key Benefits:
- Boost Capitalization: Pre-IPO and IPO investors significantly boost your company’s market capitalization, benefiting all shareholders.
- Liquidity: Provi

Successful Raising Probability: High
Time to Get Money: 3 months to 1 year
Equity for Sale: Up to 35%
Average Raising Amount: $10-30 million
Require Board Control or Board Seat: No
Key Benefits:
- Boost Capitalization: Pre-IPO and IPO investors significantly boost your company’s market capitalization, benefiting all shareholders.
- Liquidity: Provides liquidity for shareholders and creates a public market for the company’s shares.
- Visibility and Credibility: Enhances company visibility and credibility in the market.
- Attractive to Top Talent: Public companies can offer stock options to attract and retain top talent.

Successful Raising Probability: Moderate
Time to Get Money: Unpredictable
Equity for Sale: 20-25%
Average Raising Amount: $3-10 million
Require Board Control or Board Seat: Yes
Key Considerations:
- Dilution and Control: VCs often require significant control and influence over company decisions, including board seats.
- Lower Valuation: VCs typica

Successful Raising Probability: Moderate
Time to Get Money: Unpredictable
Equity for Sale: 20-25%
Average Raising Amount: $3-10 million
Require Board Control or Board Seat: Yes
Key Considerations:
- Dilution and Control: VCs often require significant control and influence over company decisions, including board seats.
- Lower Valuation: VCs typically invest at a lower valuation compared to IPO investors, potentially decreasing your company’s capitalization.
- Strategic Support: While VCs provide strategic support and industry connections, they may also push for rapid growth and exit strategies that align with their interests.