IPO Readiness Workshop 2025: what it takes to go public

26.06.2025 10:20, Rita Longobardi

Preparing for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) requires more than financial readiness. At the recent IPO Readiness Workshop, handpicked Swiss scaleups gained expert advice on crafting a strong equity story, managing regulatory requirements, and steering clear of common pitfalls.

Going public is a defining moment for any company. By offering shares to the public for the first time, businesses gain access to new capital, boost their market profile, and take a major step toward long-term growth. On June 24, Venturelab hosted the fourth edition of its IPO Readiness Workshop at the startup space, bringing together industry specialists and promising scaleups for a day focused on the realities of going public.

Experts from EY, SIX, and Walder Wyss covered the full range of IPO essentials—from financial systems and legal frameworks to governance and investor communications. The recent listing of BioVersys, a Venturelab and Venture Kick alumnus, on SIX Swiss Exchange illustrated the journey in action.

Sarah Suter of SIX Swiss Exchange and Alex Nikitine of Walder Wyss opened the session with insights into why companies pursue public listings, the steps involved, and how Sparks, SIX's SME-focused segment, supports scaleups on this path.



Tobias Meyer and Marc Ledermann of EY rounded off the workshop with an overview of financial preparedness, corporate governance, and the internal controls needed to meet public market standards.

With practical tips and real-world examples, the workshop offered scaleup founders a clearer understanding of the IPO process and how to prepare effectively.

More sessions are coming soon—stay tuned.