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Why Trust Is the Currency of Every Great Business: A Conversation with R. Adam Smith

Strategic advisor, deal maker, and global expert in private company finance and family offices. Founder of RAS Capital and the Family Business Audiocast, Adam has advised and financed over 50 private equity-backed companies since the mid-1990s, participating in billions in transaction value. As an entrepreneur and investor, Adam has led over a dozen private company investments with $600M+ in sales and $250M+ in equity capital. He founded Circle Peak Capital, a pioneering private equity firm, and has served on multiple boards, including global advisory boards for Salomon Brothers and private equity firms. Adam’s expertise spans investment banking, alternative investing, governance, and capital raising. A Columbia MBA graduate, he’s a frequent speaker, podcast host, and philanthropist, leading initiatives like Caring Capitalism and Leukemia Fighters. Proud father of three, Adam is a patron of the arts, amateur pianist, and collector, actively shaping family enterprise, governance, and legacy strategies. Learn More: https://www.rascapitalpartners.com/r-... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0s3ZnNKcTgwak5aal9nNGYxUC1fQlRUakF3Z3xBQ3Jtc0tsUm5JTlBySkJjdWpQQTlkV3I2NU8wYklwRlR0VFpFX1U3LUY4YUNLT0VMYnA3UGFDTlBPODluSmJqMGhGX3VfZWppQWE5YUU4aDd2VGNNNmRSRmFHZ1RWSVJ0RXZ5ZkM1ZlY4VTllZmw1aWRJb21kVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rascapitalpartners.com%2Fr-adam-smith-1&v=FPGhUXMwxTo] Become a CEO Zones Member: https://ceozones.com/apply [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1JyZkZ3Qk13RmtCdDBDNHEzLTh0YXRTUzZkUXxBQ3Jtc0tuZU1fdnZIMFg4RlNFTUdIc1ZFRGxfeFQ3Mk93cGE2bnROcmlIMWZSUWM5UHhzaUtQek5rcllyYURmX1dLYVpiNHpzRkNmaWdKQVhocFRjVF9RcGZKV2JKdENlMklJSU5pTHVCalAzeHlnTDJPUmRvQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fceozones.com%2Fapply&v=FPGhUXMwxTo]

Meet The Member: American Cloud

At American Cloud, the mission is to empower businesses of all sizes to reach their full potential through the use of innovative cloud computing. The company is dedicated to promoting a free and open internet for everyone, as they firmly believe that such an internet is essential for fostering innovation, economic growth, and free societies. American Cloud is committed to providing its clients with the highest level of service, support, and security, enabling them to focus on their business without the fear of cancellation. The company strives to be the premier choice for businesses seeking to harness the power of the cloud, all while upholding the principles of a free and open internet. Their goal is to make it simple and affordable for clients to utilize the best tools and technologies to thrive in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Learn More: https://americancloud.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTRJbW5lWUUxc0k5dXZ6NXpaZ0tyc0hwYlJLd3xBQ3Jtc0ttdGwyYzI0ZTgzUF9zRE1FNmk5aHBKV2lWQzlNQkxxdXQ4NnFsN3BRTzM1S2lacHdRYl95MlpBM210TjN5QkJJX1BCZDlJZ3dDM3p4M2lfYXVoZ040N3QyRnVLaUFjd2FSVmptOWcxa2lEVWhQLXo0Yw&q=https%3A%2F%2Famericancloud.com%2F&v=EjyRC43RDq8] Become a CEO Zones Member: https://ceozones.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTV1MnllMXkweFRncVVKUUZYajhhQ1JzV01KQXxBQ3Jtc0tuSE1vcWgzN0l0NjZjbXV1d1RybnVRc3hLRTg5d3BYX2NOZHJkUzd2M09FckhGTFo4WFFWR3I5c0hHUWxLUVB4ZDRrdHZNLUVYS2tZUXBFdFNKcU9kRDdQMTB5Yk0zSkhoZ3BPeFJ5bUNWdGY4T0VTTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fceozones.com%2F&v=EjyRC43RDq8]

Meet The Speaker: Mike Ashabraner

Mike Ashabraner grew up in the Kentucky foothills, fueled by hard work, grit, and a gift for bringing people together. Today, he's known as the Redneck Financial Coach, helping entrepreneurs grow their net worth with down-to-earth advice and real-world strategies. As the founder of the Hounds of Business and creator of the Hound Pack Principles, Mike is recognized for building powerful communities — all while sporting his signature camo cap and sharing country wisdom that sticks. Become a CEO Zones Member: https://ceozones.com/apply [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmxldmlxT3Rubk1NNTFHb3VyTDJDdUZjd2UxZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttVlNUSEpQbkN2bU5VQm1SdkowS2FTdi1PN0dxcjRVWEVlX3B6ZEZ6cjRJcjRQb1duSE1Cd2EtRmdBemtwMG9jQkRnNjZuUFFkTjdjU1lQSTVqbXVNTFZKSG9YYlR0NlV4X0xmSXJ2QjNOS1FrMTlGUQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fceozones.com%2Fapply&v=Dx4kxl3eqRg]

Meet The Speaker: Preston Poore

Through his roles at Consumer Products giants The Coca-Cola Company and The Hershey Company, Preston has learned how to be a powerful leader while staying true to his values, purpose, and goals. Now he desires to share his knowledge with others to enrich their professional experiences and, ultimately, their personal lives. Preston uses his wealth of hard-earned experience in the corporate arena to help others achieve at their highest levels. He is a game-changer when it comes to building capability in emerging leaders. Preston leads and teaches by example. His lessons are not drawn from the classroom of academic theory but from the crucible of marketplace trenches. Preston is a Certified Maxwell Leadership Team Keynote Speaker, Facilitator, Trainer, and Executive Coach to help people become the best version of themselves. See more here: https://prestonpoore.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXZlTk5aamhidFhJOGpUdmJ0aFNNSTRKandSd3xBQ3Jtc0ttT3p4UWVzbk5jUkZHbVlvWm01VkFNX1BmeUM3ek8xQWNYM0RZQ0pSbW1DdzhxbnFXdnR1aGQ2emZUNEFXOHNPMHFDeWdrSkowLXZ5aE41dTVlTDhzaFN4MDJKalZ5ajJCWUpWOUxPUWtmT20xQlhFQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fprestonpoore.com%2F&v=lbgz4mb3SJw]

Meet The Speaker: Dr. Jay Raines

Jay has more than 30 years of experience in leadership, mentoring, and developing others. Before launching LeadersQ, he co-founded a leadership consulting company in India with clients such as Moog, Toyota, and UST Global. He has also consulted for startups, SMEs, and non-profit charities. He enjoys the creativity involved in helping teams and individuals move forward to success as well as fly fishing and roasting coffee. See more here: https://www.leadersq.com/about-us/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0FXWWx6U0lIOW1wZmhnbUN6YWhPeUtydENHZ3xBQ3Jtc0trbmRWZVVqeDFOVUQ2OFB6WmdpTC1IWFVQQ0o5dXFpLTRIa04zVXBBbE1GcmNnejhiaVBCbEc0VTB1WlZsbEYwOHQxaXczd2s2ck0yLWxpLThITzRkbU9lcXNHSTdwT2lyWUF2UTdZNWQ0Ujh2eUwyaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.leadersq.com%2Fabout-us%2F&v=urmi0xOH3OU]