As consumers, we don’t think enough about water. It's a resource we often take for granted, especially in North America where access to fresh water is incorporated into all facets of our daily lives. So when businesses or cities start facing water shortages or a lack of infrastructure - what are you supposed to do? Riggs Eckelberry, CEO of OriginClear joins us for this week’s episode to discuss the many lucrative opportunities within the water industry, and how OriginClear is taking the plunge.
“Why the heck do we need innovative water ventures? It’s because frankly, water is broken.” — @riggseck [0:03:49]
Riggs shares his journey to leadership and what he has learned along the way, including the importance of strategic delegation. Gain exclusive insights into global water markets, investment prospects, and OriginClear’s pivotal role in supporting the industry.
“People instinctively back and invest in companies that they perceive to have a good team.” — @riggseck [0:41:27]
Join us for a deep dive into culture, the value of celebrating success, leadership strategies and the financial currents shaping the future. And finally, we explore the impact of content creation and marketing, and why it's important to personalize the customer experience.
“A lot of companies go, ‘I don’t need this, let me just get the job done,’ but this is the tree that falls in the forest and no-one hears it. You’ve got to let people know what you are doing.” — @riggseck [0:39:41]
As a final closing, Riggs shares a word of wisdom with listeners, reminding us that opportunity often arises from chaos. Thank you for tuning in!
KEY POINTS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Introducing OriginClear CEO Riggs Eckelberry.
His history in entrepreneurship, marketing, and leadership leading up to his current role.
How he adopts the strategy of mistake-based marketing.
The importance of delegation in leadership.
Riggs’ journey into the world of water.
The status of water around the world and OriginClear’s place in it.
Leveraging social media and partnerships for network building.
Why it is so important to celebrate milestones and wins.
The importance of personalizing the customer experience.
How corporate culture filters from the top down.
The importance of investing in good equipment.
Why it is essential to let people know what you are doing.
Building a team of equals willing to contend with you.
What Riggs reads and listens to.
The origin of his family name.
A word of wisdom from Riggs: opportunities are everywhere.
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Please note that the information contained in this interview is not financial advice but for entertainment purposes. I am not a financial advisor and make no warranties or representations concerning the accuracy or suitability of the information contained in this interview. I recommend that any and all investment decisions be made with the advice of accredited investment advisors.