Sifted Summit Agenda

Spotlighting secondaries: selling shares and staying in control

08 Oct 2025
Roundtable 3
Roundtables
Secondaries are becoming a common feature of European growth rounds. They are offering founders and early stakeholders a way to unlock liquidity before exit. But selling shares isn’t just about cashing in, it’s about timing and making sure every stakeholder is aligned. So how do you prepare your board and cap table? What do investors want to see and what raises red flags? And how do you make sure secondaries support your long-term goals?
Speakers
David Bettis
David Bettis, Partner, Venture Capital and Emerging Companies - Marriott Harrison