373: Net Worth Of $14.5M - From Non-Profits to Startup CEO to Hitting 8 Figures in My 70's
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Riggs has a net worth of $14.5 million. He is in his early 70's. He is currently the CEO of OriginClear, a water treatment company. He shares his journey from working in the nonprofit sector to becoming a startup CEO and eventually leading a company to the NASDAQ. Riggs talks about the challenges and successes he has faced in the industrial water space and the innovative solutions his company is providing. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance and the desire to make a positive impact in the world. Riggs discusses the company's focus on retail fundraising from accredited investors and their plans to help launch future companies. He emphasizes the importance of having a hot idea with differentiation, strong organizational development, and a path to financial success. Eckelberry also highlights the need to provide investment opportunities for both accredited and unaccredited investors. In the rapid-fire questions segment, he shares anecdotes about his first job, expensive purchases, and changing beliefs about Russia.
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