Get a second opinion on your proposed deal structure in Abu Dhabi
Walk through your IPO, direct listing, or private round terms with an independent advisor focused on micro‑cap listings and founder outcomes.
You’re close to signing term sheets, but small details can have long-term impact, so a neutral review helps compare paths and align your cap table with future US public market expectations.
FAQ
Can you review a term sheet my bank already proposed?
Yes. I can walk through key terms, explain trade-offs, and flag points that are unusual for similar IPO or direct listing deals.
What parts of the deal structure do you usually focus on?
I focus on valuation logic, share classes, voting rights, lock-ups, dilution, fees, and how the structure may affect trading after listing.
Can you compare IPO vs direct listing vs staying private for us?
Yes. I can map pros and cons for each path, using your size, growth, region, and capital needs as inputs, and show simple scenario examples.
We are a MENA fintech. Does that change the advice?
Yes. I consider your home regulator, cross-border structure, investor perception of MENA risk, and how to position your story for US markets.
Can you help challenge the underwriter’s assumptions?
I can review their valuation ranges, demand assumptions, over-allotment terms, and investor targeting, and suggest questions you may ask them.
Do you take board seats or equity in the company?
No. The advisory is founder aligned. I do not request board seats, equity stakes, or governance rights in your company.
Can you work with our existing lawyers and bankers?
Yes. I fit around your current team, help you prepare, and translate technical points so you can negotiate with more confidence.
What should I prepare before asking for a second opinion?
Have your latest term sheet, cap table, financial model, draft investor deck, and any emails that explain the proposed structure and timeline.