Howie Diamond predicts Ride IQ will take his money in 18 months
Howie Diamond · 1. "This Startup Pitch for Equestrian Tech Just Changed the Game for Horse Training Technology!" · Oct 18, 2023 · at 16:35
Howie Diamond of Pure Ventures passed on investing in Ride iQ during the pitch debrief, predicting the founders will return for funding later.
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“They'll take our money in a year and a half from now.”
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