TiE New York is excited to host Eklavya Saraf,  Nasdaq’s Global Head of SPAC listings and a Managing Director of new listings, for our March CM event.

Eklavya Saraf is Nasdaq’s Global Head of SPAC listings and a Managing Director of new listings. In his role, he advises companies on the process and benefits of listing on Nasdaq. Eklavya coaches early stage companies to leverage Nasdaq’s resources, and optimize financing opportunities and brand visibility. Eklavya helps develop Nasdaq’s relationships with investors, law firms, and other capital markets constituents. Some of Eklavya’s recent transactions include Krispi Kreme, Vita Coco, Royalty Pharma, Warner Music Group, PPD, amongst others.

Join us for a great discussion on special purpose acquisition companies (SPAC) and their surge in popularity for investments. We will discuss:

1. What is a SPAC and what is the purpose of them?
2. Despite SPACs being around for decades, why has there been such a surge in popularity for these investment vehicles?
3. Are there some factors that make one SPAC stand out more than others? Industry, management team, banker involved, sponsor?