Euronext is delighted to announce that applications are now open for IPOready 2026, its flagship six-month training programme for business leaders preparing for a public listing.
Following its tenth anniversary in 2025, IPOready continues to evolve, offering new opportunities and dedicated support to Europe’s most innovative companies.
A decade of impact
Since its launch in 2015, IPOready has become a benchmark for ambitious executives, providing practical guidance, expert insights and a strong peer network. In fact,
- IPOready has helped more than 1,200 companies across Europe navigate the path to public markets.
- 100% of last year’s alumni said that they would recommend the programme to their peers.
- 98% of last year’s alumni feel more prepared for a potential IPO.
Mathieu Caron, Group Head of Primary Markets at Euronext, commented: “Since its inception in 2015, IPOready has become a cornerstone for supporting Europe’s most innovative companies. After ten years, the programme stands as a testament to Euronext’s ongoing commitment to helping growing leaders enter the capital markets.”
Executives who have completed IPOready consistently highlight its value:
Karim-Franck Khinouche, CEO, Novolyze: “I would recommend the IPOready programme to any company that wants to learn about the IPO framework and the possibilities of raising money in a different manner. One important step is to check with your board and business partners if they are supportive of it. In our case, they’ve been extremely supportive which led to many great discussions.”
Rudolf Maas Geesteranus, CFO, GET-E International BV: “I value the IPOready programme greatly; it provided me with several eye-openers. One of them is understanding when you are ready or able to do an IPO. I used to think that a company had to be much larger, but I realised that smaller companies can also do an IPO.”
Véronique Foutel, CEO, InBrain Pharma: “I would recommend joining the IPOready programme, organised by Euronext, because it is a great opportunity. Going public is not an overnight decision. Thus, you need to think ahead, think forward, and this is exactly what the six months were about.”
A comprehensive journey to listing
IPOready 2026 is open to European companies from all sectors, with sessions delivered in eight countries. The programme begins in January 2026, with applications closing on 14 November 2025.
Participants will benefit from:
- Expert-led workshops and personalised coaching
- Exclusive webinars, including sessions delivered by INSEAD, one of the world’s leading business schools
- A two-day pan-European campus experience for peer networking and direct access to market specialists
The curriculum covers governance, transparency, capital markets strategy and the cultural transformation required for a successful IPO. Participants consistently quote networking opportunities as the biggest benefit of the programme, providing access to peers considering an IPO, capital-markets experts and first-hand insights from listed company CEOs.
Jérôme Cerisier, CEO, Exosens: "The IPOready programme was instrumental to our IPO journey, connecting us with experienced experts who’ve taken companies public and equipping us to prepare thoroughly for the road ahead."
IPOready is supported by more than 80 expert partners and sponsors at a local and global level, giving participants access to unparalleled industry knowledge and resources, and by INSEAD, the renowned leader in business education, to foster stimulating group discussions among participants from all over Europe.
Frédéric Godart, Full Professor of Organisational Behaviour, INSEAD, said: “At INSEAD, we believe that IPO readiness goes beyond technical preparation. It’s about developing leadership that can succeed under pressure and uncertainty. Through our collaboration with Euronext on the IPOready programme, we’ve worked with seasoned leaders and learned from the trenches, using real-world case studies to spark reflection and discussion. This hands-on, experience-driven approach is what enables leadership teams to grow with vision, resilience and purpose on their path to the public markets.”
New for 2026: Aerospace and defence track
IPOready 2026 will also include a dedicated track for aerospace and defence companies. Developed with the support of the European Union and the European Investment Bank (EIB) through the InvestEU Advisory Hub, this track will provide tailored content on financing options, regulatory requirements and the IPO roadmap for companies in these strategic sectors.
Defence industry associations and public financial institutions will also contribute, ensuring that participants receive relevant, industry-specific guidance.
Ambroise Fayolle, Vice President at the EIB, said:
“Preparing for an IPO is not just a financial milestone; it is a strategic transformation for Europe’s innovators. Through our collaboration with Euronext and the IPOready programme, we support high-growth companies in navigating the path to public markets with confidence, contributing to a more integrated and dynamic European capital market.”
Apply now
Applications for IPOready 2026 are open until Friday, 14 November 2025 and places are limited.