Question

Do I need a 10b5-1 plan before my company goes public?

Answer

A 10b5-1 plan is essential if you plan to sell shares after the lockup period. As a company insider, you’re subject to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) insider trading rules that restrict when you can trade. A 10b5-1 plan provides a legal framework by establishing a preset trading plan when you don’t have material nonpublic information. Establishing the plan at least a year before your liquidity event helps you avoid complications from cooling-off periods and coordinates with your broader diversification strategy.

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