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Recognize Michigan’s Best: MCSB Nominations Are Now Open!
Michigan Celebrates Small Business is now accepting nominations for the 2027 awards program. From emerging entrepreneurs to established companies, this is your opportunity to recognize the small businesses that strengthen our communities and inspire growth across Michigan.
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.
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.
September 24, 2026
Is Your Workplace Ready for an Emergency?
Two weeks ago, a fire at a Southeast- Michigan 100 year old golf club provided a powerful reminder that emergencies are not abstract possibilities.
September 23, 2026
What Research Reveals About Gender and Performance Feedback
Performance reviews influence pay decisions, promotions, development opportunities, and succession planning.
September 23, 2026
Your Next Customer May Never Visit Your Website
Somewhere in Michigan this morning, a facilities manager needed a new HVAC contractor. She didn’t Google it. She opened ChatGPT.
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