LTBP Editorial Team

LTBP Editorial Team

Editorial Staff

Let's Talk Business Plans

The LTBP Editorial Team is a dedicated group of business planning specialists who research, write, and produce in-depth content for entrepreneurs and business owners. Every article goes through a rigorous editorial process — from initial research and competitive analysis to expert review by James Crothers, a corporate analyst with over 25 years of experience in business structuring and strategic planning. Our goal is to deliver actionable, accurate, and up-to-date guidance on writing, presenting, and funding business plans.

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Articles by LTBP Editorial Team

Operations Plan Template: The 7-Section Framework for Scalable Business Systems

Operations Plan Template: The 7-Section Framework for Scalable Business Systems

Apr 28, 2026

When to Write a Business Plan: 8 Critical Moments That Demand Strategic Planning

When to Write a Business Plan: 8 Critical Moments That Demand Strategic Planning

Apr 28, 2026

AI Business Plan Generators: Can ChatGPT Replace Traditional Planning?

AI Business Plan Generators: Can ChatGPT Replace Traditional Planning?

Apr 28, 2026

Do I Need a Business Plan? The Decision Tree for Every Business Situation

Do I Need a Business Plan? The Decision Tree for Every Business Situation

Apr 28, 2026

SWOT Analysis Integration: Connecting Strengths and Weaknesses to Business Plan Strategy

SWOT Analysis Integration: Connecting Strengths and Weaknesses to Business Plan Strategy

Apr 28, 2026

Family Office Investment Requirements: Business Plans for Ultra-Wealthy Investors

Family Office Investment Requirements: Business Plans for Ultra-Wealthy Investors

Apr 28, 2026

Blockchain Pitch Deck Template: Token Economics and DeFi Business Model Slides

Blockchain Pitch Deck Template: Token Economics and DeFi Business Model Slides

Apr 28, 2026

Digital Marketing Budget Allocation: The 70-20-10 Rule for Maximum ROI

Digital Marketing Budget Allocation: The 70-20-10 Rule for Maximum ROI

Apr 28, 2026

Service Design Blueprint: Planning Service Businesses the Design Way

Service Design Blueprint: Planning Service Businesses the Design Way

Apr 28, 2026

Business Planning Process Benefits: How the Journey Matters More Than the Destination

Business Planning Process Benefits: How the Journey Matters More Than the Destination

Apr 28, 2026

Customer Acquisition Cost Calculator: The LTV:CAC Ratio That VCs Demand

Customer Acquisition Cost Calculator: The LTV:CAC Ratio That VCs Demand

Apr 28, 2026

Empathy Maps for Business Strategy: Understanding Your Market Beyond Demographics

Empathy Maps for Business Strategy: Understanding Your Market Beyond Demographics

Apr 28, 2026

Why Write a Business Plan? The Data-Driven Case for Strategic Planning

Why Write a Business Plan? The Data-Driven Case for Strategic Planning

Apr 28, 2026

Go-to-Market Strategy: The 4-Phase Launch Plan That Guarantees Customer Acquisition

Go-to-Market Strategy: The 4-Phase Launch Plan That Guarantees Customer Acquisition

Apr 28, 2026

Angel Investor Business Plan Preferences: Survey of 200+ Individual Investors

Angel Investor Business Plan Preferences: Survey of 200+ Individual Investors

Apr 28, 2026

Differentiation Strategy Development: How to Position Your Business Plan for Competitive Advantage

Differentiation Strategy Development: How to Position Your Business Plan for Competitive Advantage

Apr 28, 2026

Customer Journey-Driven Business Planning: Strategy That Starts With Users

Customer Journey-Driven Business Planning: Strategy That Starts With Users

Apr 28, 2026

AI Startup Pitch Deck: The 5 Technical Slides That Prove Your Algorithm Works

AI Startup Pitch Deck: The 5 Technical Slides That Prove Your Algorithm Works

Apr 28, 2026

Cash Flow Projections: The 13-Week Rolling Forecast Method for Startups

Cash Flow Projections: The 13-Week Rolling Forecast Method for Startups

Apr 28, 2026

Design Thinking Business Plans: Human-Centered Approach to Strategy

Design Thinking Business Plans: Human-Centered Approach to Strategy

Apr 28, 2026