SOP 0: Investor Relations Overview
Purpose
Provide a comprehensive overview of how Regenesis manages investor relationships, communication cadences, tools, and confidentiality requirements. This SOP serves as the entry point for anyone joining the Investor Relations function.
Frequency
Reviewed quarterly; updated as investor relationships change.
Owner
Justin (CEO)
Maintainer
Wina
Time Needed
- Initial read-through: 30 minutes
- Quarterly review/update: 1 hour
Key Investors & Contacts
| Investor | Key Contact(s) | Relationship Since | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| LightTree Ventures | Taylor Liu, Leo Liu | TBD | Lead investor |
| TBD | TBD | TBD | Confirm full investor list with Justin |
TBD: Justin to provide complete investor register with contact details, investment amounts, and board seat allocations.
Communication Channels
| Channel | Purpose | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Quarterly reports, ad-hoc updates | Quarterly + as needed | |
| Quarterly Reports | Formal investor update document | Every 3 months |
| Board Meetings | Strategic decisions, governance | Quarterly or as scheduled |
| Data Room (Google Drive) | Document repository | Always available |
| Video Calls | Deep-dive discussions | As needed |
Data Room
- Location: Google Drive 10-Investor Reporting
- Access: Managed by Justin; restricted to authorized personnel only
- Contents: Company registration docs, financials, cap table, product specs, team org chart, quarterly reports
Confidentiality Rules
CAN Share with Investors
- Quarterly financial summaries (approved by Justin)
- Product milestone updates
- Team changes (high-level)
- Market/industry analysis
- Approved pitch decks and presentations
CANNOT Share Without Justin's Explicit Approval
- Detailed financial models or projections not yet board-approved
- Customer-specific data or contracts
- Unannounced product features or pivot plans
- Internal HR matters or individual compensation
- Legal disputes or regulatory issues in progress
- Cap table changes before they are finalized
General Rules
- All investor communications must be reviewed by Justin before sending
- No verbal commitments about future performance or timelines
- Forward-looking statements must include appropriate disclaimers
- All investor materials are confidential and not for public distribution
Steps (First-Day Employee Guide)
- Read this SOP completely and confirm understanding with Justin
- Review the current investor register (request from Justin if not yet documented)
- Gain access to Google Drive 10-Investor Reporting (Justin grants permissions)
- Review the most recent quarterly investor report to understand format and tone
- Review the most recent board meeting minutes to understand governance cadence
- Familiarize yourself with confidentiality rules above - ask Justin if anything is unclear
- Note the next quarterly report deadline and board meeting date in your calendar
- Introduce yourself to key investor contacts only if directed by Justin
Done When
- [ ] New team member has read and confirmed understanding of this SOP
- [ ] Access to Drive 10-Investor Reporting has been granted
- [ ] Investor register is current and complete (all contacts verified)
- [ ] Next quarterly report and board meeting dates are calendared
- [ ] Confidentiality rules are understood and acknowledged
If Something Goes Wrong
| Issue | Action |
|---|---|
| Investor contacts Justin directly with a concern | Justin handles personally; do not respond on his behalf unless explicitly delegated |
| Unauthorized person requests investor data | Deny access; escalate to Justin immediately |
| Investor report deadline at risk | Alert Justin at least 5 business days before due date |
| Confidential information accidentally shared | Notify Justin immediately; assess scope of disclosure; document incident |
| Investor requests information outside normal cadence | Forward to Justin for decision on what to share |
TBD Items
- [ ] Complete investor register with all contacts, amounts, board seats
- [ ] Confirm communication cadence preferences with each investor
- [ ] Establish formal NDA/confidentiality agreement template for new investors