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November 20, 2024
November 19, 2024
Old Consumer Protection Law Resurrected For Lame Duck
A sweeping ‘consumer protection’ law crafted during the Attorney General Frank Kelley era (specifically the 1970s) will apparently be taken up in December despite the objections of nearly 20 business groups.
November 19, 2024
Hall Vows Not To Go Gridlock If…
The year 2024 will not go down as one of the most productive years for the Legislature.
November 19, 2024
Diabetes Awareness and Prevention
Did you know that more than 37 million U.S. adults have diabetes, and one in five don’t even know they have it? In addition, more than 96 million U.S. adults […]
November 18, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – November 18, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
November 18, 2024
Salary Level Exemption Test Returns to $684/week
Late Friday, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) regulations that had increased the salary level test for exemption status.
November 16, 2024
AI in Employment Decisions: Compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
If you are using AI information in making employment decisions your activity could fall under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and therefore require compliance with the FCRA.
November 15, 2024
Webinar Recap: How to Communicate with Different Generations in the Workplace
Recently, we hosted an insightful webinar with Lisa Fisher on communication across different generations in the workplace. Meet the Expert Lisa Fisher, a trainer, coach, speaker, and consultant, led the […]
November 15, 2024
SBAM Foundation adds Lorri Rishar and Derek Dickow to foundation board
LANSING- The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Foundation today announced the appointment of two new board members, Lorri Rishar and Derek Dickow, to its growing board of directors. “The […]
November 15, 2024
3 Tips to Ease Post-Election Tensions in the Workplace
While employees have signaled in various surveys this year that they generally prefer not to discuss politics at work, the intensity of the current election and its results may inevitably lead to workplace conversations.
November 14, 2024
Prepare for the Year Ahead with SBAM Membership
As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to prepare for the year ahead. We have outlined nine key resources SBAM provides that are designed to support, […]
November 14, 2024
The Sweet Music of Business Growth and Success
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Lillian Werbin, CEO of Elderly Instruments in Lansing.
November 12, 2024
Hall To Be Speaker, Puri Minority Leader; More Leadership Posts Announced
Rep. Matt Hall (R-Richland Township), this term’s minority leader, will take the Speaker’s gavel come January, bringing an end to the first speakership Democrats had since Republicans took control in 2010. […]
November 12, 2024
26 Weeks Of UIA Benefits Floating Around In Senate Labor
Michigan’s unemployment claimants could once again receive up to 26 weeks of benefits under legislation debated in committee that would undo the Snyder administration’s 20-week cap on payments. The bill […]
November 12, 2024
Celebrating the Holidays with Sensitivity
Discover how to celebrate the holidays at work while respecting diversity. Create an inclusive and inviting environment for all team members.
November 11, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – November 11, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
November 11, 2024
Webinar Recap: Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) with Occams Advisory
Recently, we hosted a webinar on the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) in collaboration with our partners at Occams Advisory. Meet the Experts Occams Advisory, our trusted partner, offers a wide […]
November 11, 2024
Happy Veterans Day From SBAM
In November, we celebrate Veterans Day and National Military Families Month. These occasions remind us of the sacrifices made by those who served in the military. They also give us […]
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