IPO Market in a Traffic Jam August 25th, 2010Tech IPO Comment: IPOs are experiencing problems and delays from pricing and unstable markets. Full article. Note: The Wall Street Journal requires a subscription for viewing this article. Read More
Software Equity Group’s 2Q 2010 Software Industry Equity Report August 17th, 2010Tech IPO, Venture Capital Software Equity Group has released its 2Q 2010 Software Industry Equity Report–available for download here. The report shows an increase in software M&A activity and IPO growth, continued struggle for top line growth among major software companies, and stagnation in certain product categories. Read More
VC-Backed IPO Pipeline: Lots of Inflow and Outflow August 11th, 2010Private Equity, Tech IPO IPO peHub has posted the updated VC-backed IPO pipeline, featuring six new IPOs. note: member log-in required Read More
From the Archives: “Attention IT Departments: Sarbanes-Oxley Has a New Rule for You” August 9th, 2010Tech IPO Questions and answers about the Sarbanes-Oxley Act by John C. Yates. Use the toolbar above the document to zoom in or open article in a separate window. Archives [gview file=”http://www.www.mmmtechlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Sarbanes-Oxley.pdf”] Read More
“Preparing Your Company for an Initial Public Offering” August 3rd, 2010Tech IPO IPO, MMM Articles, Practical Pointers by John C. Yates, Esquire Are Incorporation Documents and Corporate Records in proper form? Articles of Incorporation must comply with state law (O.C.G.A. §14-2-202 for Georgia corporations) and should indemnify Directors to the maximum extent. Bylaws must accurately reflect an effective plan for managing the Company and regulating its affairs and should protect the Company’s Officers and Directors from liability to the maximum extent provided by law. Foreign Qualification Certificates must be available from every state in which the Company conducts the required level of business. Stock Read More