Capital Readiness
Issuer Preparation Guide
A practical checklist for companies preparing for fundraising conversations and structured review.
General information only
This article is for education and general information only. It does not constitute investment, financial, legal, tax or regulatory advice.
Fundraising preparation starts before a company speaks to investors. The stronger the underlying business information, the easier it is to explain the opportunity clearly and responsibly.
Company profile
Prepare a concise description of the business, customers, revenue model, management team and growth plan.
Financial records
Organise recent management accounts, audited financial statements where available, budgets, cash flow information and assumptions behind forecasts.
Governance documents
Maintain updated statutory records, board approvals, shareholder information, material contracts and key policies.
Use of funds
Explain how capital would be used, why those uses matter and how progress will be reported after funding.
Risk factors
Identify material risks honestly. Clear risk disclosure helps build trust and avoids over-promising.