How do you list a startup on a stock exchange?
Hi all,
I have a great idea for a green business and need to raise funds. What is the process involved in setting the idea up as a startup?
Thanks in advance
Hi, Debbie. Unless you have your own money to fund the project, the first thing you should do is write a comprehensive business plan. The business plan should include your idea, how it will work, who you will market it to, how much it will cost you to get it up and running, and how much you think you can sell over 1, 3, and 5 years after startup. Then, what you can do is check with your local Chamber of Commerce to see if there are any "Angel Investors" in your area. Angel Investors are people with money willing to loan it out to entrepreneurs who have a promising product or service to sell. The investors usually require a piece of the profits or an interest percentage on the loan. Sorry this is so much information – drop me an email if you have questions or need further help. Good luck!
To get a start up listed on ANY stock exchange, you would have to turn back the clock to like 1998.
You need to raise funds from angel investors and private sources. To do that you need a big network and a well written business plan that shows how you will take the seed money and turn it into millions and millions of revenue in 3-5 years (or sooner).
After your business grosses $100 million, then you can think about listing on the stock exchange.
Let me know if I can help.
Good Luck