Legal Setup & IPO Roadmap
Step-by-step checklist to legally prepare BladeVault for investors and public listing.
Check off steps as you complete them.
1. Gather Current LLC Documents
Collect your operating agreement, EIN letter, and articles of organization.
2. Incorporate as C-Corp in Delaware
File Certificate of Incorporation with Delaware Division of Corporations. Cost: ~$89.
3. Convert LLC → C-Corp
Statutory conversion or merge the LLC into the new C-Corp. A startup attorney handles this.
4. Get New EIN for C-Corp
Your LLC EIN does not transfer. Apply for a new EIN for the C-Corp.
5. Open Business Bank Account
Open a dedicated C-Corp bank account. Mercury or Brex are popular for startups.
6. Reg CF Crowdfunding (First Public Raise)
Raise up to $5M from the public legally under SEC Regulation CF. Use Republic or Wefunder.
7. File S-1 with SEC (Full IPO)
When ready for a full public offering, file Form S-1 registration statement on SEC EDGAR.
8. Apply for Exchange Listing
Apply to NASDAQ or NYSE once S-1 is effective and IPO is priced.
Express Investor Interest
Submit your interest and we'll be in touch as BladeVault moves toward its public offering.
⚠️ Not an offer to sell securities. Submitting this form does not create any legal obligation on either party. BladeVault has not registered any securities with the SEC. This is an expression of interest only.
This checklist is for guidance only. Always consult a licensed securities attorney and CPA before making legal or financial decisions.
