The Small Business Support Hub (SBSH) Grant Program provides support for established 1st stage and 2nd stage businesses that have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Why Apply for […]
Hispanic Heritage Month runs September 15 to October 15, recognizing the diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. According to the Joint Economic Committee Hispanic Entrepreneurship and Business […]
The Small Business Association of Michigan is part of a large coalition that formed to urge members of the Michigan House and Senate to come together to pass practical and […]
The “Contracting 101” webinar presented on August 27, 2024 offers a comprehensive guide for businesses interested in procurement opportunities offered by the State of Michigan. Key highlights include an overview […]
11.25.24: The Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity issued updates to the initial FAQs here. On-Demand Webinar: SBAM’s Brian Calley and Kelli Saunders cover these FAQs and more The Michigan […]
Calley: Michigan is preparing to push small businesses off a cliff Lansing, MI – Small businesses in Michigan are increasing pay and benefits for employees, even as they are still reeling from […]
Beginning February 21, 2025 all small businesses operating in the State of Michigan will be subject to new minimum wage and paid sick leave requirements. These rules are the result […]
The annual Buy Nearby economic study by the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) and Public Sector Consultants (PSC) reveals that shifting 10% of consumer spending to local retailers could boost Michigan’s […]
The Michigan Supreme Court decided on July 31, 2024 that the 2018 Minimum Wage and Paid Sick Leave law changes were not constitutional. This ruling now means there are three […]
Discover how the SBAM Foundation’s SBSH Grant Program can be a game-changer for your business. Specifically crafted to support first- and second-stage businesses hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic, this […]
Calley: Lawmakers must move swiftly or risk irreversible harm to Michigan’s economy Brian Calley, President & CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan, issued the following statement after the […]
Launching a small business is like piloting a spaceship through an asteroid field of legal complexities. Let’s crunch some numbers: Small Business Administration data shows a 50% annual legal issue […]
House Speaker Joe Tate (D-Detroit) and House Minority Leader Matt Hall (R-Kalamazoo) are among the 35 House members facing primaries this summer of varying severity. In all, 18 Republicans and 17 Democrats face opposition […]
Vice President Kamala Harris said she raised $81 million within one day after President Joe Biden’s announcement he would not be running for a second term, which set off speculation that Gov. Gretchen […]
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
This past June, Deloitte released the results of a new survey that reveals workplace volunteer opportunities are important to employees and can help them feel more positive about their work […]
Gallup has released its annual update on Americans’ confidence in major U.S. institutions, with small businesses topping the list. The national survey of more than 1,000 voters shows 68 percent […]
In today’s competitive job market, creating an exceptional employee experience is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. A recent webinar hosted by Sue Justice, SHRM-SCP, of Emery HR, outlined […]
