SPACs and Post-Merger Pitfalls

How can SPACs evolve to better serve investors and ensure long-term success after the merger?In this episode of The SPAC Podcast, co-hosts Michael Blankenship and Joshua Wilson are joined by Dr. Daniele D’Alvia, Lecturer in Banking and Finance Law at Queen Mary University of London and Deputy Director of the Institute of Banking and Finance Law. Dr. D’Alvia shares his view on how the SPAC model could be improved — focusing especially on the need for stronger post-merger lock-up periods for sponsors tied to performance metrics.Dr. D’Alvia critiques the misalignment of interests between sponsors and shareholders, particularly in cases where share value collapses after a merger while sponsors still profit. He proposes structural innovations to better align incentives and stabilize post-deal outcomes. Whether you're a SPAC sponsor, legal advisor, or investor, this conversation offers timely insights on reforming the model.🎙 Guest Info: Dr. Daniele D’Alvia is a corporate finance lawyer and academic focused on SPACs and capital markets innovation. He serves as Lecturer in Banking and Finance Law at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL CCLS), Deputy Director of the Institute of Banking and Finance Law, and Associate Researcher at the European Banking Institute in Frankfurt. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-avv-daniele-d-alvia-182b1324/ QMUL Profile: https://www.qmul.ac.uk/law/people/academic-staff/items/dalvia.html📩 Connect with the Hosts: Michael Blankenship – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblankenship/ Joshua Wilson – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/Explore more episodes at: https://www.thespacpodcast.com/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thespacpodcast Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thespacpodcast/#SPACs #PostMergerChallenges #CapitalMarkets #SPACPodcast #GovernanceMatters #SponsorIncentives #FinancialInnovationDisclaimer: Michael J. Blankenship is a licensed attorney and partner at Winston Taylor. Joshua Wilson is a licensed Florida real estate broker and holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure. The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, or compliance advice. All views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of any regulatory agency, law firm, organization, or employer. Listeners should consult their own legal counsel, compliance teams, or financial advisors to ensure adherence to applicable regulations, including SEC, FINRA, and other industry-specific requirements. This podcast does not constitute a solicitation or recommendation for any financial products or services.Let's Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblankenship/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/ To Contact Us, Please Visit: https://www.TheSPACPodcast.com/contact/