Team member matthew

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
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  • American Window Cleaner
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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

Payroll Tax

Payroll Tax Penalties to Avoid

By Ezra Cabrera / August 17, 2020

Did you know that 33% of small businesses face penalties because of simple and avoidable payroll tax mistakes?

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Meal Prep Business

The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Meal Prep Business

By Ezra Cabrera / July 25, 2020

One of the good things that technology brought to people is the ease of access to almost everything…

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UCC Filing

UCC Filing: What is It All About? | SMB Compass

By Ezra Cabrera / July 23, 2020

Maintaining a satisfactory business credit report is one of the most crucial aspects of running a small business.

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Find the Right Retail

How to Find the Right Retail Location | SMB Compass

By Ezra Cabrera / July 14, 2020

Finding the right retail location can make all the difference to the success of your brick and mortar business.

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Banks Don’t Lend Small Business

Why Banks Don’t Lend to Small Businesses | SMB Compass

By Ezra Cabrera / May 24, 2020

If you’re looking to start a new business, there’s one thing you need to secure

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Debt Factoring

Debt Factoring: How It Helps Businesses | SMB Compass

By Ezra Cabrera / May 22, 2020

Many are wondering, how does debt factoring improve cash flow?

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Quick Small Business Loans

4 Digital Marketing Strategies to Focus on During the COVID-19 Outbreak

By Ezra Cabrera / April 22, 2020

Will quick small business loans help them get through the tough times?

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sba loans

5 Ways to Protect Your Business During the COVID-19 Outbreak

By Ezra Cabrera / April 14, 2020

A few months ago, it was business as usual – cities were bustling with life

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IT and technology business loans

Top 4 Best Loans for IT and Technology Businesses

By Ezra Cabrera / April 2, 2020

Insufficient capital is the number one reason why most tech companies fail within the first five years.

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Landscaping Business Loans

How to Attract Loyal Clients to Your Landscaping Business

By Ezra Cabrera / March 28, 2020

If you’re a landscape service industry, you are probably aware that ever greater numbers of people are starting their landscaping businesses.

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