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23 Oct 2026 2 min read
In Episode 5 of IPO Access, Karan Marwah, Partner and Capital Markets Advisory Leader, speaks with Priyanka Gulati, Partner, Grant Thornton Bharat, about the leadership, people and governance considerations that shape a company's transition to public markets.
The conversation explores three essentials of stakeholder trust: leadership credibility that extends beyond the promoter, reliable processes that can withstand public scrutiny, and relationships built on a stronger, more distributed leadership team.
From succession planning driven by data and talent management to how ESOPs can be leveraged to foster an ownership mindset, the discussion examines how companies can build for the long term. It also looks at the evolving role of nomination and remuneration committees, the value of diverse perspectives in the boardroom, and the importance of creating an environment where independent directors can question decisions and challenge assumptions.
As companies prepare to go public, the focus needs to extend beyond the listing itself to the leadership and governance structures that will sustain the business afterwards.
In this special episode of IPO Access, Karan Marwah, Partner and Capital Markets Advisory Leader, is joined by Richard Rekhy, Vice Chairman, Grant Thornton Bharat, for a conversation on building boards that go well beyond meeting governance requirements.
In the latest episode of IPO Access, Karan Marwah, Partner and Capital Markets Advisory Leader, Grant Thornton Bharat, is joined by Gaganpreet Singh Puri, Partner and Crisis & Resilience Leader, Grant Thornton Bharat, for a candid conversation on preparing for the unexpected.
Grant Thornton Bharat’s 'IPO Access' podcast series features conversations with leaders and experts on the decisions, governance and leadership practices that shape successful IPO journeys and build long-term market confidence.