In this episode, Casey Clark shares the story behind founding Cultivate Advisors, a venture that helps business owners accelerate value and transition toward owner-led scaling. Gain practical advice on reducing dependency, preparing for sale, and leveraging enterprise value for long-term success.Key Topics Covered:The concept of owner-led scaling and its importance in building transferable enterprise valueHow business owners can identify and decrease dependency to boost company valueThe role of enterprise value as the primary health metric of a businessStrategies for preparing a company for sale, including value acceleration practices before engagement with investment bankersThe proprietary Propel software: features and advantages for tracking enterprise value and operationsBuilding a team of expert advisors with the right DNA to support diverse business needsThe importance of early value development, even if owners aren't immediately considering an exitAbout the Show: The M&A Mastermind Podcast is dedicated to providing actionable insights and effective strategies tailored for dealmakers in the lower middle market. Hosted by Nick Olsen, the show features conversations with leading industry experts who share valuable knowledge on topics such as industry intelligence, deal management, collaborative successes, and specialized expertise. Listeners who support small to medium-sized business owners will find practical tactics and advice they can immediately apply to advance their mastery in mergers and acquisitions.Tune in Every Week:Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@UCl0qSCwwZLyZxY7RnqNghiwApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-m-a-mastermind-podcast/id1726394585Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fpVjEXbJ0FXKMgEK0m7QQ Find all our episodes at https://cornerstoneia.com/podcast/Resources & Links:Propel Your Business Software — Proprietary enterprise value tracking toolCultivate Advisors — Casey Clark’s firm for value acceleration and owner-led scalingConnect with Casey Clark:LinkedInTwitterKeywords:Entrepreneurship, Business Scaling, Enterprise Value, Owner Led Growth, Business Exit, Cultivate Advisors, M&A, Business Coaching, Business Sale, Investment Banking, Mergers & Acquisitions