Can Better Governance Save SPAC Deals?
In this episode of The SPAC Podcast, hosts Michael Blankenship and Joshua Wilson sit down with Dr. Daniele D’Alvia, a renowned lecturer in Banking and Finance Law at Queen Mary University of London, to unpack the critical role of governance in the success—or failure—of SPAC deals.
Dr. D’Alvia explains how law and corporate governance provide the structural integrity needed for SPACs to succeed in today’s heightened regulatory environment. He highlights the importance of independent directors, robust disclosure practices, and clear safeguards against opportunistic sponsor behavior. With SPAC reforms bringing these transactions closer to traditional IPO standards, strong governance is no longer optional—it’s foundational.
🎓 Guest Info:
Dr. Daniele D’Alvia is a Lecturer in Banking and Finance Law at Queen Mary University of London (Centre for Commercial Law Studies) and Deputy Director of the Institute of Banking and Finance Law. He is also an Associate Researcher at the European Banking Institute in Frankfurt and a corporate finance lawyer focused on SPACs and capital markets innovation.
🔗 Website: www.qmul.ac.uk/law/people/academic-staff/items/dalvia.html
🔗 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-avv-daniele-d-alvia-182b1324/
🎙️ Hosted by:
Michael Blankenship – Partner at Winston & Strawn LLP
Joshua Wilson – Investor, Advisor, and Co-Host of The SPAC Podcast
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Disclaimer:
Michael J. Blankenship is a licensed attorney and is a partner at Winston & Strawn LLP. Joshua Wilson is a licensed Florida real estate broker and holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure. The content of this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal, financial, or compliance advice. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of any regulatory agency, law firm, employer, or organization.
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Daniele D'Alvia
Lecturer in Banking and Finance Law at QMUL CCLS and Deputy Director of the Institute of Banking and Finance Law
Dr Daniele D’Alvia is a Lecturer in Banking and Finance Law at Queen Mary University of London (Centre for Commercial Law Studies) and Deputy Director of its Institute of Banking and Finance Law. He is an Associate Researcher of the European Banking Institute in Frankfurt. He is also a corporate finance lawyer specialised on SPACs and capital markets' innovations.