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Glen Leibowitz’s Biography

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Glen Leibowitz is a New York-based Certified Public Accountant and seasoned finance executive with over 20 years of leadership experience. He has a proven track record of guiding organizations through major financial milestones, including complex private-to-public company transitions.

Glen began his career at PwC, leading global IPO teams, before joining Apollo Global Management, where he served as the accounting lead for their 2011 IPO. He later served as CFO for Acreage Holdings, preparing th…

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Exit Strategies for Startup Founders

Exit Strategies for Startup Founders

Explore IPOs, acquisitions, LBOs, SPACs, and more to find the right exit strategy for your startup and person…

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How Much Does an IPO Really Cost?

How Much Does an IPO Really Cost?

Wondering what an IPO costs? Learn the real breakdown of expenses founders face before, during, and after goi…

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How to Take Your Company Public

How to Take Your Company Public

A step-by-step guide for founders on taking your company public-what to expect and how to succeed from prep t…

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From Startup to IPO: 10 Steps to Going Public

From Startup to IPO: 10 Steps to Going Public

Learn the 10 essential steps for taking your startup public, from readiness and pricing to launch, compliance…

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What Is a SPAC? A Guide for Founders

What Is a SPAC? A Guide for Founders

Learn how SPACs work and what startup founders should consider before using one to go public.

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Is an IPO Right for You?

Is an IPO Right for You?

Evaluate your company's IPO readiness with 10 key questions every founder should ask before going public.

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Best Path to Startup Value

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By Glen Leibowitz
You decide between a strategic acquisition and an IPO by measuring speed, valuation, control, and market timing against your company’s scale, objectives, and investor expectations. This article walks you through a decision model grounded in actual outcomes—not hypotheticals. You’ll compare timelines, readiness factors, financial return strategies, and how each exit aligns with founder vision and operational maturity.
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Who You Need on Your IPO Team

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By Glen Leibowitz
You need a well-structured IPO team that includes executive leadership, legal and financial advisors, underwriters, and specialists in investor relations, tax, and compliance. This guide walks you through the exact personnel and advisors required to manage the IPO process with control and speed. You’ll see how to align these roles, what each function is accountable for, and how to create a team that supports long-term public-company success.
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Key Opportunities & Risks

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By Glen Leibowitz
A SPAC offers startups a faster, less burdensome route to going public—but it comes with financial, operational, and reputational trade-offs that demand rigorous evaluation. This article will help you assess whether aligning with a SPAC is a strategic move for your business. You’ll learn how SPACs work, what investors expect, and how timing, valuation, and compliance play into your decision-making.
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