Who should consider a direct listing?

Direct listings are best suited for companies that want the benefits of being public, transparency, liquidity, acquisition currency, and can raise and desired capital from their personal and professional networks, or through advertising. They’re particularly attractive for entrepreneurs who value control, want to avoid banker fees, or already have investor support.

A misconception is that only large, high-profile companies qualify for direct listings. In reality, startups, small companies, and those with strong growth stories, can also take advantage of this route if they meet the exchange requirements. The barrier is often understanding the process, not the business itself.

Meraki Partners helps founders evaluate whether a direct listing fits their goals. We assess your readiness, explain exchange requirements, and show how this path compares with other options like IPOs or reverse mergers. Because we’ve guided multiple clients down this road, we know what works and what doesn’t.

The result is clarity for the founder. With Meraki Partners, you don’t waste time chasing a structure that doesn’t fit. Instead, you get a customized roadmap that shows whether a direct listing is right for you, and if so, how to execute it successfully.