In this powerful two-part episode, Patrick Healy, CEO of The Issuer Network, joins Karl Block to unpack what most companies get wrong about going public — and how smart operators unlock hidden value when negotiating with exchanges like Nasdaq and NYSE.

💼 In Part 1:
- What drives trading volume
- The true cost of exchange listings
- How Patrick earned the nickname “Exchange Whisperer”
- The hidden incentives at play in IPO negotiations

🎯 In Part 2:
- How SEC Chair Paul Atkins is shaking up quarterly reporting
- Why Patrick launched Ernie — a LinkedIn-style platform for sports fans
- The dark side of prop betting and its impact on sports integrity

If you're a founder, CFO, or board member making strategic decisions around scaling, spinoffs, or IPOs — or just someone who loves sports and finance — this episode is a must-listen.

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