IPO Playbook 2024: Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges

FLO Chennai, under the leadership of FLO Chennai Chairperson, Dr. Divya Abhishek, actively participated in the CII Chennai Finnovation Summit 2024, which hosted a panel discussion on “IPO Playbook 2024: Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges.” Held at Hotel Taj Wellington Mews, attended by 150 people. The session featured FLO Chennai’s Legal Policy and Advocacy Vertical Head, Ms. Subathra Mylsamy, who contributed her expertise on the legal aspects of the IPO process.

The panel also included senior executives, such as CFOs, Chief Strategy Officers, and Heads of Corporate Finance from listed companies with recent IPO experience. Additionally, venture capitalists and private equity experts shared insights into scaling businesses toward IPO readiness, with a particular focus on industries like tech startups, consumer goods, healthcare, and logistics.

The discussion explored critical topics such as IPO due diligence, the regulatory challenges companies face, and the strategies required for a successful IPO journey. Ms. Subathra Mylsamy highlighted the legal complexities businesses must navigate, offering practical guidance on how companies and their legal teams can prepare effectively for the IPO process. She emphasized the importance of having a strong legal framework in place to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

This session, guided by the leadership of Dr. Divya Abhishek, underscored FLO Chennai’s commitment to providing valuable platforms for knowledge sharing and supporting businesses on their IPO journey.