EP05 - Demystifying SPAC Investing with Securities Expert Julia Aryeh

08/25/23 • 21 min

EP05 - Demystifying SPAC Investing with Securities Expert Julia Areyh
Join us as we traverse the intricate world of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) with Julia Areyh, a skilled securities attorney. Julia breaks down the complex landscape of these shell companies, which have become a preferred and cost-effective route for companies desiring to enter the US markets. Get an insider's perspective on the SPAC merger process and understand how investing in these entities guarantees a minimum return.
Our conversation then shifts gears to focus on the SPAC process and the redemption intricacies, which have a considerable impact on the public company’s value. Julia underscores the significance of having current accounting information for companies planning their entrance into the US market via a SPAC. She also sheds light on the advantages of becoming a public company.
The episode concludes on an inspirational note as Julia shares her journey of returning to the legal field after a hiatus and her experience with the dynamic SPAC landscape. She underscores the necessity of being open to opportunities and refraining from self-imposed limitations. Drawing on her vast experience, Julia offers practical advice to first-time founders looking for funding - take measured steps, utilize resources smartly, and explore various funding options beyond SPAC acquisitions. Tune in for priceless insights from Julia's vast experience in the field.

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Investor Circle - EP05 - Demystifying SPAC Investing with Securities Expert Julia Aryeh

Transcript

Stewart Noakes00:00:46.286

All right , I have great pleasure in welcoming Julia here to the fifth in our series of Investors Circle . Wonderful to have you here , mate . Thank you so much for doing this today . I guess it might be good to start with who are you and then really interested to talk about everything that are SPACs today . So why don't you start , Julia ? Who are you ?

Julia Areyh<