About Sarah Layton

Dr. Sarah Layton, CEO of the Corporate Strategy Institute, is a thought leader in corporate strategic planning and execution. Her visionary outlook helps corporations discover new revenue streams, identify trends and future growth paths, and find new markets. Dr. Layton’s approach to corporate strategic planning has played a key role for clients across multiple industries. Her straightforward approach pairs planning with measured execution, and defined goals for growth, increased revenue, and value innovation.

A Step-by-Step Guide for Developing Your Midmarket Firm’s Succession Plan

By on July 16, 2014 in First Person

A well thought out succession plan is a primary risk reduction tactic for any company. Just as we buy auto and homeowners’ insurance to cover our personal risks, a succession plan reduces the risk from many unforeseen events that can threaten the long-term health of a company. Long-term corporate health was a primary goal when […]

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Putting the Value Back in Value Innovation

By on April 15, 2014 in Finance, First Person

Finance officers achieve their key decision-making status for a reason: it’s their expertise that’s critical to far more than a successful firm’s bottom line. But there’s always room for improvement, and it’s time for CFOs to fine-tune their collective image when it comes to working with entrepreneurs. The entrepreneurial spark is driving the business culture […]

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