Reader Submissions

Nominate an operator

The best interviews come from people who know the business personally. If you know an owner-operator who runs something interesting and might be willing to open their books — tell us about them. We follow up with every nomination.

What we're looking for

Independent, owner-operated businesses — not chains, franchises, or VC-backed companies

Operators willing to share real numbers (revenue ranges, margins, staff costs) — even approximately

A business with a system worth understanding — something structurally interesting, not just successful

Any industry, any size — trades, retail, food, manufacturing, professional services, CPG

New England preferred for the first season, but we'll follow a strong story anywhere

About the operator

Business name *

Owner's name *

City, State *

Industry

Website or social link

Helps us research before reaching out.

Why should they be in the Ledger? *

Be specific. "They're great at customer service" is less useful than "they've built a trade account base that covers 40% of fixed costs year-round."

Do they share numbers openly?

About you

Your name *

Your email *

Your relationship to the business

Can you make an introduction?

A warm introduction significantly increases the chance of an interview. No pressure either way.