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Matthew Gilman

FOUNDER AND CEO OF SMB COMPASS

Education

Indiana University Bloomington

Expertise

GovCon Financing Expert, Asset Based Lending, Invoice Factoring, SMB Advocate

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  • American Express
  • Business News Daily
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  • American Window Cleaner
  • SBDC

Experience

Ezra Cabrera is an expert in small business growth. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, majoring in Entrepreneurial Marketing. Since 2018, she has dedicated herself to empowering small business owners by delivering actionable insights through her articles. With expertise spanning small business financing, marketing, and management, Ezra has become a trusted resource for entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses. Her work reflects a deep commitment to helping business owners make informed decisions, ultimately driving success in a competitive market.

Articles by Ezra Cabrera

cybersecurity

SBA Announces $3 million grant to bolster small business cybersecurity

By Ezra Cabrera / January 30, 2022

To curb the looming threats of a cyber-attack, the Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced…

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Invoice Factoring 101: Everything You Need to Know About Small Business Factoring

By Ezra Cabrera / January 25, 2022

Until now, cash flow issues remain a huge concern among small business owners…

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quickbooks-pro-vs-premier

QuickBooks Pro vs Premier: Which One is Right for Your Small Business?

By Ezra Cabrera / January 24, 2022

Many companies automate their internal processes to 1.) achieve maximum outcomes, while…

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human-resource-management

The Ultimate Human Resource Management Guide for Small Businesses

By Ezra Cabrera / January 22, 2022

Some small business owners may believe the job of a human resource (HR) specialist is just to hire and fire employees…

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sba-loan-rates

SBA Loans: Eligibility, Rates, Fees, and Terms

By Ezra Cabrera / January 21, 2022

Businesses often find themselves in need of additional funds to cover growth initiatives…

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Gig-Economy

What is the Gig Economy?

By Ezra Cabrera / January 21, 2022

The gig economy has been generating a lot of buzz in almost any industry today.

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Food-Truck-Financing

Food Truck Financing: What Are the Options Available?

By Ezra Cabrera / January 18, 2022

From the startup costs to your ongoing expenses, you need a significant amount of working capital…

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factoring-for-trucking

How Freight Factoring Works

By Ezra Cabrera / January 16, 2022

Did you know that freight trucking is expected to comprise 78% of all freight deliveries by 2040?

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Accounting-Principles

Basic Accounting Principles that Every Small Business Should Know

By Ezra Cabrera / January 16, 2022

Every small business needs to keep an accurate record of accounting information to see how it’s performing…

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challenges-hotel-owners

Top 8 Challenges Hotel Owners Face

By Ezra Cabrera / January 14, 2022

The hotel sector is among the fastest-growing industries in the world. But despite their success…

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