Joe Tonnos

Managing Director

Roth Capital Partners

Joe Tonnos is a Managing Director at Roth Capital Partners with over 14 years of experience investing in, structuring, and advising public and private companies. Joe’s experience spans across the buyside and sell-side where he has also been a six-time SPAC sponsor and has led and/or invested in several PIPE transactions. His previous experience includes Mistral Equity Partners, Lazard, and Bank of America. Mr. Tonnos received his B.S. and M.B.A. from Niagara University.

    Topic

    9:30 AM - 10:10 AM

    Thursday November 14 2024

    State of the SPAC Market

    • In-depth discussion of key aspects of the new SEC rules
    • Understanding important changes to both the IPO and de-SPAC process, and what those changes mean for PIPE market participants
    • Discussion of recent SPAC transactions including successes and failures
    • Overview of key differences in deal structure and changes to who bears legal liability
    • What the SPAC market might look like in 2025 and beyond
    9:05 AM - 9:35 AM

    Thursday June 16, 2022

    Fostering Clear Communication with Retail SPAC Investors

    • Investor lawsuits against de-SPACed companies are on the rise
    • Marketing vigorously, making robust projections, avoiding hyperbole
    • Issuing regular updates and press releases
    • Rock the vote: Ensuring retail investors participate in shareholder meetings and merger votes
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