GOING PUBLIC
WANT TO TAKE YOUR COMPANY PUBLIC?
ClearTrust can help you through the process of going public. You will have the distinct advantage of an experienced, independent transfer agency committed to your successful entry into the public arena. We are here to help in all the important topics that relate to going public:
- Introduction to independent market makers to file your 15c2-11
- Stress-free DTC eligibility
- Issuance of shares to your shareholders
- Personalized assistance to your shareholders, particularly those unfamiliar with investment in newly public companies
- Paperless archiving of all investor subscription agreements and supporting documents for easy retrieval later
- Free, unlimited shareholder lists and reports
- XBRL & EDGAR filing services
- Access to extensive network of securities professionals, including market makers, brokers, attorneys, and auditors
Note: Our pricing model is scaled to allow maximum flexibility and affordability to companies in the process of going public.
HOW CAN CLEARTRUST HELP YOU GO PUBLIC?
We have extensive experience representing issuers who have gone public through both 15c-211 and reverse merger processes. Not only do we have the expertise and professional network available to assist you, but we are also one of the only independent transfer agents in the country fully equipped to help you through to the finish line. We offer:
- General consulting and industry insight
- Proactive solutions to resolve common pain points for new public issuers
- Creation and delivery of stock to original shareholders
- Guidance for educating and equipping your shareholders through the process of going public
- Network of key professionals (financial statement preparation, legal counsel, SEC filings, market makers for 15C-211, participants for DTC eligibility sponsorship, brand imaging, XBRL filing, etc.)
15C-211 VS. REVERSE MERGER
There are several pros and cons to both avenues of taking your business public. Presented below is a summary of key issues, but by no means is an exhaustive analysis of the two options. Contact us for additional insight.
| KEY ISSUE | 15C-211 FILING | REVERSE MERGER |
|---|---|---|
| TIMING | 3-12 MONTHS | IMMEDIATE – 3 MONTHS |
| COST | REASONABLY LESS | REASONABLY MORE |
| RULE 144 | AVAILABLE ONCE YOU ARE PUBLIC | NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL 12 MONTHS OF CURRENT REPORTING AFTER CEASING TO BE A “SHELL” & FILING FORM-10 LIKE PAPERWORK |
| REGISTRATION (S-1, A+, ETC) | AVAILABLE & GENERALLY REQUIRED | AVAILABLE |
| DTC ELIGIBILITY | MUST BE GRANTED | MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE BEEN GRANTED ALREADY |
REGULATION A
Regulation A provides an exemption from registration for public offerings. Check out our video resources below.
REGULATION A+ PRIMER FROM COLLEAGUE KENDALL ALMERICO
Kendall Almerico - named one of the top 20 experts in the world on crowdfunding - unpacks the JOBS act in a way we can all understand.
REGULATION A+ START TO FINISH WITH OTC MARKETS
Questions that get answered: 1. Why would a company choose to uplist rather than trade over-the-counter? 2. What listing standards must be met? 3. Do Exchanges grant exceptions for listing standards? 4. When does it make sense for a company to uplist?
FINFAIR 2015 PANEL: HOW TO COMPLETE A REG A+ OFFERING
Gene Massey, MediaShares CEO, spoke on Regulation A+ at Dara Albright's Wall Street FinFair Conference in NYC, on July 29, 2015. This talk takes us step-by-step through the Reg A+ process, from an issuer's perspective, and explains how to raise capital on the Internet using this wonderful new SEC rule.
FINFAIR 2015 PANEL: NEW TRENDS IN LIQUIDITY & CLEARING
Expert panel discusses next generation securities clearing, the use of blockchain and roles of modern transfer agents and exchanges. See more at daraalbrightmedia.com
FINFAIR 2015 RED CARPET: KARA KENNEDY INTERVIEW
Kennedy discusses the support of transfer agents for Reg A+ issuers. See more at daraalbrightmedia.com