Key Strategies for Overseas IPOs...Samil PwC to Hold Seminar

Discussion on Trends and Procedures for Overseas Stock Market IPOs

Samil PwC announced on October 16 that it will hold a seminar titled "Key Strategies for Overseas IPOs" at 2:00 p.m. on October 29 at the TS Hall on the 17th floor of its headquarters in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

This seminar, hosted by Samil PwC's Global IPO Team comprised of IPO experts, is designed to present key strategies for successful overseas IPOs, including trends in the U.S. and international stock markets, procedures, and considerations. In addition to Samil PwC partners, the event will feature speakers and panelists such as representatives from Nasdaq in the United States, lawyers from Kirkland & Ellis and Lewis Brisbois, and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Webtoon Entertainment, which was listed on Nasdaq last year.

The seminar will consist of a total of four sessions and a panel discussion. The first session will cover "Characteristics and Trends of the Global IPO Market," while the second session will focus on "U.S. IPO Procedures and Considerations." The third session will examine "Listing Procedures and Considerations in Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, and Canada," and the fourth session will address "Pre-IPO Restructuring," specifically discussing the flip (headquarters relocation overseas) procedures and considerations.

Following the presentations, a panel discussion will be moderated by Samil PwC partner Daniel Fertig, with participation from partner Kim Girok, partner Jeong Seungwon, Kim Hajung (Head of Nasdaq Korea Office), Michael Kim (Kirkland & Ellis attorney), Scott Bartel (Lewis Brisbois attorney), and David Lee (CFO of Webtoon Entertainment).

After the seminar, customized consulting will be offered through individual consultations for companies that have registered in advance.

Kim Girok, leader (partner) of Samil PwC's Global IPO Team, stated, "As the global IPO market is rapidly changing, we hope this seminar will help participants understand the latest trends and requirements for overseas listings and establish optimal IPO strategies for successful overseas IPOs."

Applications to participate in the seminar can be submitted on the Samil PwC website until October 24, and attendance information will be provided individually to those who pre-register.

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