Small Business. Big Impact.
Join our force of 33,000+ strong and become a part of the premier organization for small business owners in Michigan.
Join SBAM
SBAM’s Board Issues Open Letter on Health Care Affordability
Health care affordability is a present‑day business challenge, and small businesses cannot keep absorbing year‑over‑year increases.
That’s why the SBAM Board of Directors issued an open letter, now published in The Detroit News as well as Crain’s Detroit Business, to say clearly what our members are experiencing every day: we can’t take this anymore.
Introducing SBAM Academy
Practical training for Michigan small business owners and your teams is now at your fingertips!
Build leadership, HR, and operational skills that move your business forward—learning from trusted experts who understand Michigan small businesses, all in one flexible, centralized SBAM learning hub.
Small Business Support Hub Program
The SBSH Hub Program provides free programming, courses, events, and support designed to help your business recover from the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and help you achieve the success you seek for your business.
Qualifying as a Participant in the SBSH Grant Program is relatively easy. Simply tell us a little about your business and we will handle the rest.
June 27, 2026
Can You Terminate an Employee on FMLA Leave?
In most cases, terminating an employee while they are on FMLA leave is risky and should only occur under limited circumstances.
June 26, 2026
Delivering Bad News the Right Way
How leaders communicate difficult news can have a lasting impact on employee trust, engagement, and organizational culture.
June 25, 2026
Senate Passes Another Piece of Hertel’s Agenda to Lower Healthcare Costs
Today, the Michigan Senate passed another critical component of Sen. Kevin Hertel’s (D-St. Clair Shores) Healthcare You Can Afford Agenda…
Connect. Learn. Grow.
Join SBAM Events Across Michigan
From regional meetups to statewide summits, our events help small business owners expand networks, sharpen skills, and stay ahead of changes shaping Michigan commerce.
© 2026 Small Business Association of Michigan, All rights reserved