Adam Lyons is the CEO of The S.M.A.R.T. Blueprint, which has been instrumental in driving revenue growth for over 2,200 small businesses since 2020. Adam has advised more than 500 brands and experts across the US and Canada, recognized by major media outlets including CNN, MSNBC, and Forbes. He has worked with PepsiCo, Nike, Discovery Digital Networks, and other brands. In this episode... Are there bottlenecks in your company slowing down growth? Do you have the right systems and processes in place?  Building a transferable brand is crucial for entrepreneurs looking to sell their businesses. According to Adam Lyons, an M&A expert, you need to work with the right business partners, employees, and professionals to build a sustainable brand. Adam also advises entrepreneurs to increase their companies’ valuation by selling quality products, creating a conducive workplace, and filing for patent protection. Adam Lyons, the CEO of The S.M.A.R.T. Blueprint, joins Rich Goldstein in this episode of the Innovations and Breakthroughs Podcast to share tips and strategies for increasing a company's valuation. They also discuss how to grow sales, the benefits of IP protection, and how to build a happy workforce.