We launched our “Go IPO” consulting service in early 2022 to meet the growing demand from leading companies seeking to go public on the U.S. stock market.
Leveraging our strong network of experienced and reliable U.S.-based professionals—including attorneys, accountants, and investor relations experts—we provide tailored support based on each company’s unique situation. Our comprehensive services cover everything from early-stage planning and process management to IPO execution. This includes support for transitioning financials to US GAAP, assistance with audits and due diligence, and preparation of SEC filings.
HeartCore offers more than just advisory services—we bring real-world experience, having gone public on the Nasdaq ourselves in 2022. Drawing on this firsthand knowledge, we go beyond IPO preparation to offer practical guidance on post-listing operations and IR strategies, supporting companies enhance corporate value and achieving long-term growth.
IPO from Start To the Final Bell
Three Advantages
Complete Migration Of Accounting Data Negotiation With Audit Firms
Our team takes on the formidable task of converting Japanese accounting data to meet the stringent requirements of both IFRS and U.S. GAAP standards, eliminating the technical and procedural burden for our clients. Sparing our clients the complexities and challenges involved with the process. We shoulder the responsibility of engaging in negotiations with the client’s audit firm, alleviating them from this time-consuming and demanding aspect of the process. By entrusting us with these critical stages, clients benefit from a smooth, efficient transition to international accounting compliance—freeing them to focus on strategic initiatives that drive growth.
Comprehensive Stakeholder Engagement & Tailored Project Management
We facilitate the entire engagement process, coordinating seamlessly with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity at every stage. Recognizing that each client has unique circumstances, we customize our support to address specific needs, challenges, and objectives. By establishing clear, actionable milestones, we provide all parties with a transparent roadmap of progress, fostering mutual understanding and confidence. Our steady, disciplined project management approach ensures that every phase is executed with precision, minimizing risks and keeping the path to a successful public listing on track to empower clients to capitalize on their capital markets potential.
White-Glove Support for Going Public
We provide hands-on guidance to micro- and small-cap growth companies, delivering strategic support and facilitating a seamless listing process. We provide practical guidance to a wide range of companies, from those with market capitalizations of $10 million to over $100 million. Our support spans all practical aspects of going public—covers every practical aspect of going public, from selecting underwriters and auditing firms best suited to each client’s size and needs, to providing strategic counsel across each stage. Through our white-glove service model, tailored to each client’s size and needs, to offering strategic advice throughout the process. By adopting a white-glove service model, we ensure the highest level of attention and support for every client. Combined with our cost-effective consulting approach, we deliver substantial savings, greater efficiency, and a seamless path to a successful public listing.
Our Services
HeartCore will accompany you throughout the entire listing process, from the very first steps of preparation to the final moment your company successfully goes public, providing guidance, expertise, and unwavering support at every stage.
Our services are built on three core strengths: the ability to “bridge differences and close gaps,” our white-glove approach to “strategically manage the listing process with precision,” and the expertise to offer “practical, actionable, and tailored guidance.”
Bridging legal and accounting differences
Reliable process management
Practical guidance
Comprehensive Management from Scheme Planning to Listing
Drawing on our extensive experience in guiding clients through Nasdaq listings, HeartCore understands the common oversights, essential documentation, and critical issues that can arise at every stage of the process. While the path to a U.S. listing differs for each client’s unique circumstances and business, we deliver steady, tailored project management services to ensure your journey to going public is well-structured, efficient, and successful.
Support for Scheme Planning (S-1/F-1)
The path to a U.S. listing begins with selecting the appropriate listing scheme. We help you evaluate the advantages and challenges of each option and provide guidance in choosing the optimal scheme, considering multiple perspectives such as legal frameworks and accounting treatments in both Japan and the U.S.
Strategically Establishing the Right Team of Advisors
Drawing on the extensive network HeartCore has built over years as a publicly listed company and through our Go IPO business, we are uniquely positioned to connect you with the right experts at the right time. From securities firms and audit firms to specialized attorneys and other key professionals, we strategically recommend partners tailored to your company’s size, industry operations, and goals – ensuring the optimal team is placed to support your go public journey.
Support for US GAAP Conversion and Audit Compliance
The conversion from Japanese Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (J-GAAP) to U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) is a critical step for Japanese companies looking to list on a U.S. exchange. Financial statements prepared under U.S. GAAP are not only required for disclosure purposes, but also serve as a vital tool for building trust, enhancing transparency, and facilitating effective communication with U.S. investors.
We provide dedicated accounting professionals to guide and support your company through every stage of the transition to U.S. GAAP.
Due Diligence Support
As part of the U.S. listing process, the securities firm conducts a thorough due diligence investigation to gain a complete understanding of your business operations, financials, and management practices. HeartCore provides comprehensive support throughout this critical stage, assisting with document preparation, translation, and organization, as well as coordinating and facilitating clear, efficient communication with the securities firm. By handling these details, we help ensure the process proceeds smoothly and that your company presents accurate, well-structured information to all stakeholders.
SEC Filing Document Preparation Support
When pursuing a public listing, companies must submit and disclose a Registration Statement to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). We collaborate closely with specialized attorneys to help you prepare and present all required information – including your business strategy, management analysis, risk factors, and more – in a clear, compliant, and compelling manner.
Coordination and Engagement with Various Stakeholders
The path to a U.S. listing inevitably involves complex issues that require coordination among stakeholders. HeartCore acts on behalf of our clients to engage with relevant parties and facilitate necessary coordination in line with your intentions.
Roadshow Support
A roadshow is a series of presentations designed to introduce your company to institutional investors. When conducted in the U.S., HeartCore provides hands-on support throughout the entire process. Our experienced project manager will accompany you, assisting in communicating effectively with investors, reviewing and refining presentation materials, and addressing any questions or concerns that arise. By providing comprehensive guidance and coordination, we help ensure that your roadshow presents a compelling narrative to U.S. institutional investors.