This Week in Startups How to nail Monthly Investor Updates (FounderU) + Ginkgo Bioworks CEO Jason Kelly | E1239
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Jul 1, 2021 
Jason Kelly, CEO and co-founder of Ginkgo Bioworks, shares insights on delivering effective investor updates, highlighting transparency as key to building strong investor relationships. He delves into the revolutionary potential of synthetic biology, discussing how Ginkgo is helping customers optimize product creation. The conversation also tackles the ethical implications of DNA editing, and the importance of navigating biosecurity in biotech, balancing innovation with responsibility.
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Importance of Monthly Investor Updates
- Send monthly investor updates to build credibility and maintain strong investor relationships.
- These updates facilitate communication, build trust, and enable investors to support founders effectively.
Building Credibility Through Updates
- Write consistent updates to build a high-performing organization.
- Regular communication with investors helps founders establish credibility and secure future support.
Team Involvement in Updates
- Use investor updates to set goals and rally your team.
- Involve the team in the update process, delegating tasks and fostering collaboration.
