Industry Expert Input

We invite local business leaders and industry professionals to share their insights on this topic. Selected responses may be quoted in the upcoming issue of The Duluthian, with all participating businesses recognized in our contributor section. This is an opportunity to lend your perspective, highlight your expertise, and help support thoughtful, practical content for the Duluth business community.

Now Accepting September / October Expert Submissions

Do you have real world business insight worth sharing? We are inviting local professionals to contribute ideas and expertise for upcoming issues of The Duluthian. Submit your perspective to see if it is a fit for our upcoming features.

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Submissions are due August 10th, 2026

What Our Contributors Receive:

Recognition as an industry contributor in a trusted local publication

Opportunity to be quoted alongside other respected local experts

Increased visibility with Duluth area business owners and decision makers

Current Duluthian Submission Opportunities

Category 1 - Entrepreneurship

Advice From An Entrepreneur

Every entrepreneur has a story worth sharing. We’re inviting business owners, founders, and innovators to offer practical advice, lessons learned, and real-world experiences that can help others grow. Selected insights may be featured in an upcoming issue of The Duluthian, with all contributors recognized for their expertise.

Category 2 - Leadership & Professional Growth

Many family-owned businesses are approaching a generational transition. What separates a successful succession plan from one that struggles?

Do you have experience leading teams or supporting managers in growing their leadership skills? We are inviting business leaders and professionals to share practical habits that help managers build trust, communicate clearly, and lead more effectively. Selected insights may be featured in an upcoming issue of The Duluthian, with all contributors recognized for their expertise.

Category 3 - Money & Finance

Many businesses are feeling the pressure of rising labor and material costs. When margins get tighter, where should business owners look first for opportunities to improve their financial health?

Do you have experience helping businesses navigate slow seasons and peak periods? We are inviting finance professionals and business leaders to share practical strategies for managing cash flow, planning ahead, and staying stable through seasonal ups and downs. Selected insights may be featured in an upcoming issue of The Duluthian, with all contributors recognized for their expertise.

Category 4 - Lifestyle

One of Duluth's biggest advantages is easy access to the outdoors. What are your favorite "micro-adventures" someone can squeeze into an hour after work?

Do you have experience helping professionals stay healthy, focused, and effective under pressure? We are inviting business leaders, coaches, and wellness professionals to share practical strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, and avoiding burnout. Selected insights may be featured in an upcoming issue of The Duluthian, with all contributors recognized for their expertise.

Category 5 - Marketing

In a world of national brands and online retailers, how can a local business create a brand that people remember, and choose?

Do you have experience helping businesses make their marketing dollars go further? We are inviting marketing professionals and business leaders to share practical, low cost strategies that drive real results. Selected insights may be featured in an upcoming issue of The Duluthian, with all contributors recognized for their expertise.

Category 6 - Workforce Development

As workforce needs evolve, what skills are becoming most critical, and how can local employers start building them today?

Do you have experience helping businesses make their marketing dollars go further? We are inviting marketing professionals and business leaders to share practical, low cost strategies that drive real results. Selected insights may be featured in an upcoming issue of The Duluthian, with all contributors recognized for their expertise.

Have A New Category Idea?

We are always looking for fresh, fun ways to highlight the people, ideas, and businesses shaping our community. If you have an idea for a new category or recurring feature you would like to see in The Duluthian, we would love to hear from you. Reach out and help us continue building a publication that reflects the creativity and energy of Duluth’s business community.