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Stephen Hawksworth

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I bring the experience of three distinct careers with me. The first is Military (USAF 10 years) then Foreign Military Sales (RSAF/RSNF 7 years) ending when I relocated my household Thailand to America to pursue graduate education. Following Thunderbird I worked in the Corporate World (Motorola, Oracle and Ernst & Young 8 Years). I was lured into Start-Ups by becoming the COO of a deep analytics firm. That led to a trail of start-ups, turnarounds, salvage or 'go to market' lower Middle Market companies on behalf of Venture, Private Equity, Hedge, Family Office and HNWI investors. Market Segments include hospitality, technology, professional services, military, aerospace and defense, process manufacturing, discrete manufacturing and financial services.

The Architects of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies
April 11, 2025

The Architects of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies

Understanding the Formation and Investment Behind Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) This episode explores who builds and invests in Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs). The discussion reveals that sponsors, typically professional investors, industry executives, and occasionally private equity firms, fund the initial capital and acquire founders shares. The money raised from investors like hedge funds, institutional investors, family offices, and high net worth individuals g...
SPACs Explored: History and Evolution
April 3, 2025

SPACs Explored: History and Evolution

Understanding SPACs: History and Function This episode delves into the concept of SPACs (Special Purpose Acquisition Companies), also known as blank check companies. It traces the roots of SPACs back to the Dutch East India Company and explains their function of creating public entities to merge with private companies. The episode also highlights the formalization of SPACs in 2009 following the SEC's approval of the current regulatory framework. Disclaimer: Joshua Wilson is a registered investme...
The SPAC Journey: From Private to Public
March 31, 2025

The SPAC Journey: From Private to Public

Understanding SPACs: Pathway from Private to Public This episode explains how a private company can go public using a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC). The process involves sponsors creating a SPAC, contributing capital to reach the public offering stage, and placing funds into a trust fund. When the SPAC merges with a private company, the company becomes public, making its shares available to public investors. Disclaimer: Joshua Wilson is a registered investment banking representative...
A Day in the Life of Stephen Hawksworth
March 24, 2025

A Day in the Life of Stephen Hawksworth

A Day in the Life of an Executive Coach: Steve's Insights In this episode, Steve, an executive coach and strategist, shares insights into his daily routine. He discusses his professional engagements involving interesting topics and how reading and thinking fuel his work. Additionally, Steve highlights the joy he finds in spending time with his four-year-old granddaughter, reminding him of the important aspects of life beyond business. Disclaimer: Joshua Wilson is a registered investment banking ...
Angel Networks and SPAC Collaboration
March 21, 2025

Angel Networks and SPAC Collaboration

Bridging Angel Investors and SPACs: Creating a Transparent Ecosystem This episode explores the potential for collaboration between angel investors and SPACs in taking companies public. It discusses how angel groups could become a source of target companies for SPACs, enhancing credibility by investing their own money. The concept involves creating an intermediary network to ensure transparent communication and regulatory compliance, thereby fostering an ecosystem that properly grows and introduc...