Contributor Program · BFCM 2026

The BFCM Operators Playbook.

A founder and operator playbook for executing the upcoming Black Friday / Cyber Monday season. Real quotes and data from brand operators who've actually done it, in-depth analysis of previous seasons, and the tech, tips, and tactics powering today's modern DTC ecosystem.

17K+
Newsletter Subscribers
50K+
Monthly Website Visits
18K+
Tools Tracked
DTC/CPG
Audience Vertical

01 / Inside the Playbook

The Playbook

13 Chapters. Built By Operators, For Operators.

Real quotes and data from founders and operators who've actually done it. Deep analysis of previous BFCM seasons. The tech stacks, tactics, and tools winning teams are running today. Chapter titles and structure will evolve as contributor input shapes the final draft.

Reader Profile

Built for DTC and CPG founders and operators from $1M to $100M+. Whether you're running your third BFCM or your thirtieth, the playbook is designed to level up the entire operator community.

02 / How You Get Featured

Two ways to participate. Pick the one that fits your comfort level. Every contributor gets a tailored survey; no one-size-fits-all questions.

Option 02

Anonymous Contributor

"Just the data."

Share numbers and insights without attribution. Industry vertical and rough revenue band disclosed for context. No company name, no personal identifiers. Full confidentiality on your side.

  • Data included, identity protected
  • Industry & revenue band only
  • Contributes to aggregated benchmarks
  • Access to the shared reader lead list

Best for: brands sharing sensitive numbers or under NDA.

03 / The Exchange

Clear on both sides. Here's exactly what we're asking for, and exactly what you get in return.

What We Need

From You

  • A tailored 4–6 question survey, returned within 7–10 days of receipt. Questions are customized to your brand's strengths once you confirm interest.
  • Data and insights you're comfortable sharing, used in the chapters most relevant to your experience.
  • Headshot, short bio, and company logo (Attributed option only).
  • A short description of the challenges and outcomes you've navigated in previous BFCM seasons.
  • Clear preference on Attributed vs Anonymous participation before we begin.
  • Strongly encouraged & appreciated: a LinkedIn post and newsletter inclusion (where applicable) at launch to help distribute the playbook.

What You Get

From Us

  • Named credit + backlink to your brand in the published playbook (Attributed option).
  • Social tag across 1800DTC channels whenever your quote or data is featured at launch and beyond.
  • Shared lead list of engaged operators who download the playbook. A direct pipeline of self-identified DTC decision-makers.
  • Positioning as a leader in the DTC operator community, standing alongside a curated group of founders and operators.
  • Distribution across the 1800DTC ecosystem, including 17K+ newsletter subscribers, 50K+ monthly visitors, and partner networks.
  • A permanent seat in the definitive BFCM resource for founders and operators.

04 / Timeline

Tight window. We're publishing before BFCM prep season heats up.

01
Confirm Interest

You lock in.

Reply, pick your option, and we send tailored questions built around your brand.

02
Survey Return

7–10 day window.

Complete the survey and send back with any supporting data or context.

03
Assets & Sign-Off

Final details.

Attributed option submits headshot, bio, and logo. Quick review of how you're being featured.

04
Publication

Mid-August 2026.

Playbook launches across 1800DTC and partner networks, well ahead of BFCM prep.

Ready to be part
of the playbook?

Reach out and we'll get you locked in with tailored questions within 24 hours.

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