158. The Road to IPO: A Bitcoin Depot Story with Scott Buchanan

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In this new episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast join Hannah Munro as she interviews Scott Buchanan, the COO of Bitcoin Depot, about their journey to becoming a publicly listed company. This episode delves into the intricacies and challenges of taking a company through the IPO process, especially in the dynamic field of cryptocurrency.

Key points covered include:

• Understanding the company's role as an operator of Bitcoin ATMs and its foundational history.
• The insights into why Bitcoin Depot chose the IPO route and the specific path they took.
• Discussing the changes in financial reporting and internal controls necessary for the transition from private to public.
• Scott’s experiences with the SEC's regulations, particularly for a cryptocurrency company
• The challenges and strategies in transitioning the team for public company requirements
• Key insights and tips for businesses contemplating a similar path

Links mentioned:

• Scott’s Linkedin
• Learn more about Bitcoin Depot

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Chapters

1. The Journey to IPO (00:00:00)

2. Managing and Choosing a SPAC (00:11:53)

3. Startup to Public Company Reporting (00:23:39)

4. Preparing for IPO (00:36:48)

5. Benefits and Challenges of Implementing ITAS (00:40:19)