Ok - riddle me this business minded people....
 

Say you have an AWESOME idea and a clear way to execute it locally.

But, the idea will require maximum exposure and will lead to others copying the idea in other locales.

How do you protect your idea from being copied while you foster the business locally before taking it nationally?

No way, you will be copied instantly.

Just the second you launch, expose the fuck out of it and make sure everyone knows you were first.