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Suzanne Robertson

Suzanne Robertson

About


Suzanne Robertson is a writer and editor based in Southern California. As a child, her father founded a law firm, allowing her to experience first hand the roller coaster ride of entrepreneurship while developing a deep respect for small business owners. Suzanne writes content specifically tailored to hard-working business owners and enjoys interviewing SmartBiz customers to learn about their journey. Suzanne always looks forward to spending time with her husband, two teenage daughters, and their rescue pup, Elvis Pawsley.


Background


Suzanne has worked as a writer and community manager for large brands, including WebMD, Disney Publishing Worldwide, iHeartMedia, and the Gannett/USA Today Network. She joined the marketing team of SmartBiz Loans in 2015 as the Senior Social Media and Marketing Content Writer. Her areas of expertise include small business financing options, small business operations, employee management, small business marketing, and more topics to help entrepreneurs improve their enterprise.


Education


Suzanne earned a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Oklahoma State University. She completed internships for the U.S. Senate in Washington, DC, ABC affiliate KOCO-TV in Oklahoma City, and for NBC’s Late Night with David Letterman in New York before moving to Los Angeles. Qualified writers with a fintech background are welcomed to submit guest blog posts for consideration.

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Posts By Suzanne Robertson

September 23, 2024

Celebrating National Women's Small Business Month

October is National Women's Small Business Month, which is a time to recognize and celebrate the creative female entrepreneurs who have started a small business... Read More
March 26, 2024

SmartBiz Loans Makes SBA Loans Easy

Finance and technology expert Tom Groenfeldt recently wrote an article about SmartBiz Loans published by Forbes: SmartBiz Loans Uses Tech And People To Expedite SBA Loan... Read More
May 04, 2023

The Benefits of Long-Term Debt

Long-term debt may be a great tool for small businesses to use in order to grow and sustain their operations. Through long-term debt, businesses may be able to finance... Read More
April 24, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to AI Tools for Small Business Marketing

You’ve probably heard a lot about ChatGPT® and how it’s changing the working landscape with just a few clicks on a keyboard. Read More
April 12, 2023

Does Timing Matter When Applying for an SBA Loan?

As the backbone of the American economy, small businesses create jobs, provide essential services, and contribute to local communities. However, many small businesses struggle Read More
April 11, 2023

How to Network Your Business Like a Pro

Marketing is generally key to business success, but it’s not the only way to forge business connections. Networking may also link your business with potential clients or... Read More
April 05, 2023

Law Firm Financing with a Line of Credit

Law firms often operate with a unique business model based on client fees and case settlements that isn’t shared by many other businesses. Because of this, working capital... Read More
March 14, 2023

Are SBA Loans Taxable Income? What You Should Know

Small business finance experts often recommend Small Business Administration (SBA) loans above all other types of funding. That’s because the SBA loan program’s... Read More
March 08, 2023

Small Business Planning: Preparing for Q1 2023

It’s critical to approach Q1 with tangible, measurable goals that can help your business move forward. Each year brings unique challenges for entrepreneurs so your plans from... Read More

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