Most founders obsess over pitch decks and warm intros when fundraising. But at Henson Venture Partners, we’ve found that one of the most powerful — and overlooked — strategies is also the simplest: monthly investor updates. Consistent updates signal momentum, build trust before the raise, and position you as a founder who executes. In this post, we break down the exact structure we recommend to all our portfolio companies — including what to share, how often, and why it work

Raising money isn’t what you think—trust beats numbers, term sheets aren’t guarantees, and VC funding comes with strings. #Startups

Your pitch deck’s only job? Get a meeting. Keep it concise, clear, and compelling—6-12 slides max. Less is more! #Startups #PitchDeck