The Corporate Finance Scam

Corporate restructuring, capital raising, and risk management are crucial for businesses navigating today’s complex financial landscape. This discussion delves into strategies for accessing institutional investment, managing corporate debt, and preparing for restructuring to avoid liquidation. Additionally, it explores the evolving private credit market and capital stack strategies that can drive business growth and sustainability.


Charles Thoma, CEO and Founder of Cognitive Corporate Finance, brings his wealth of experience from corporate finance, including his work on the Lehman Brothers bankruptcy. Learn more about Cognitive Corporate Finance at https://www.cognitivecf.com/ and connect with Charles on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesthoma/.


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Timestamps:
1:01 Introduction
1:43 Guest Introduction: Charles Tom
2:10 Charles’ Background
3:35 Corporate Finance Insights
4:45 Raising Capital: Key Factors
7:55 Understanding Institutional Investors
9:45 Structuring Financial Instruments
11:17 Restructuring Process
14:40 Outcomes of Restructuring
16:56 Changes in VC Market
19:35 The Role of Financial Products
21:10 Importance of Profitability
23:07 Current Trends in Corporate Finance
27:00 Private Credit Market
31:25 Key Metrics for Raising Capital
32:50 Closing Remarks


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