Small Business Economic Forecast
There are so many crosswinds out there. Trying to make sense of the economic statistics in this business environment is complicated. Are we going in the right direction or wrong […]
There are so many crosswinds out there. Trying to make sense of the economic statistics in this business environment is complicated. Are we going in the right direction or wrong […]
Small Business Association of Michigan President & CEO Brian Calley issued the following statement about legislation moving in the House of Representatives to repeal Michigan’s Right to Work law and […]
In January 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking that would ban the use of non-compete provisions and non-compete agreements between employers and workers. If […]
By Brian Calley, SBAM President & CEO The Michigan Legislature passed House Bill 4001, and it is expected to be signed into law. With the passage of this bill, three objectives for […]
Article courtesy MIRS News, for SBAM’s Lansing Watchdog e-newsletter The state housing authority expanded the parameters Thursday of a program designed to help create more working-class housing throughout Michigan. Under […]
Article courtesy MIRS News, for SBAM’s Lansing Watchdog e-newsletter Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s tax reform plan passed the Senate on a party line 20-17 vote, but the measure didn’t receive the two-thirds […]
Watch Now On today’s show hosts Brian Calley and Sarah Miller welcome Sue Tellier, owner of JetCo Federal, to talk about their innovation in offering floating holidays to be more […]
By Amber Storteboom, courtesy JetCo Solutions Paid holidays aren’t just about giving your employees some time off. It can also be about giving employees support and flexibility. Recently, we at JetCo started offering employees the chance to choose […]
Recently, the federal government announced that it would declare an end to the COVID-19 public health emergency on May 11, 2023. This change will affect coverage for COVID-19-related services and […]
Article courtesy MIRS News, for SBAM’s Lansing Watchdog e-newsletter The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) would like to see retirees and working seniors have access to up to $65,000 […]
Article courtesy MIRS News, for SBAM’s Lansing Watchdog e-newsletter Who would have guessed back in 2015 that the income tax reduction trigger crafted to give Republicans political cover during the […]
86% of small business owners believe all forms of retirement income should be treated equally LANSING – As small businesses continue to deal with inflation, a talent shortage and supply […]
By Lorri Rishar Jandron, for SBAM’s Focus Magazine Loose-fitted denim, trench coats and bold colors are in for 2023. Ditch your skinny jeans, camo and no-show socks as you embark […]
Courtesy Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity Investing in mental health and safety is critical to build strong workplaces, a strong workforce and strong communities. Employees and employers across […]
Watch Now! On today’s Small Business Briefing hosts Brian Calley and Sarah Miller cover: Thank you to our sponsor Consumers Credit Union.
The long-awaited appellate court decision on minimum wage and sick leave mandates was published and as we expected, the Court of Appeals upheld current law. This means that the compromise […]
Article courtesy MIRS News for SBAM’s Lansing Watchdog e-newsletter Michigan’s income tax rate may automatically drop from 4.25% to 4.05% this year if final year-end revenues come in as projected, […]
Article courtesy MIRS News, for SBAM’s Lansing Watchdog e-newsletter A new report stated Michigan roads could suffer a funding chasm if something isn’t done to replace the federal and state […]