What is activity-based working?
By Eric Brown, courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEActivity based working (ABW) are work environments that do away with the confines of individual offices and desks. They replace them with the freedom to roam about …
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July 25, 2014
July 25, 2014
Addressing the shortage of hi-tech workers. Insights today on Business Next
Journalist Rod Kackley talks about on the need for tech talent in Grand Rapids and across Michigan, and what the small business and education communities are doing about it. Listen Friday at 10-11 a.m. …
July 23, 2014
Entrepreneurial success lessons from a small business owner in the rapidly-changing photographic industry. Today on Business Next.
Michael Rogers profiles Ben Tyndell, part owner of Tyndell Photographic. He is an alumnus of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Detroit program. Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 …
July 22, 2014
U.S. Court of Appeals Rules in Favor of Halbig
The case, Halbig v Burwell, challenged the Obama administration’s interpretation that subsidies are available in states with a federally facilitated exchange/marketplace. With a 2-1 ruling the Court agreed with Halbig that the wording of the …
July 21, 2014
Michigan works hard to improve the state’s supply chain and boost your odds of business success. Details today on Business Next.
Michael Rogers talks with Steven Trecha, owner of Integrated Strategies, Inc., about Michigan’s Logistics and Supply Chain Strategic Plan and its value to small businesses across the state. Listen Monday at 10-11 a.m. ET …
July 16, 2014
SBAM Small BIZ PAC endorses Lt. Gov. Brian Calley for reelection
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Small BIZ PAC has endorsed Brian Calley for reelection as Lt. Governor. This is the first time in history that the SBAM Small Biz PAC has made an …
July 10, 2014
2014 Michigan Green Chemistry and Engineering Conference coming up Nov. 12 in East Lansing
Small business owners, especially manufacturers, will find value in the sixth Michigan “GreenUp” Conference, designed to be a valuable experience for sharing information, networking, and learning. The Conference is organized by the Michigan Department of Environmental …
July 8, 2014
SBAM Is Here To Help
The Affordable Care Act has forced all of us to adapt. And we understand what you're up against in the coming months as the majority of your customers renew their group coverage. You'll be facing long …
July 8, 2014
Is Halbig v. Sibelius on Your Radar?
By Scott Lyon, Senior Vice PresidentHalbig v. Sebelius aims to stop the Affordable Care Act’s insurance subsidies in federally run insurance exchanges – like the one we have here in Michigan. A bit of background …
July 8, 2014
SBAM Small BIZ PAC endorses Gov. Rick Snyder for reelection
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Small BIZ PAC has endorsed Rick Snyder for reelection as governor. "The Governor’s relentless, positive action to eliminate the Michigan Business Tax, creating the Healthy Michigan system, promote …
July 4, 2014
Tips and ideas on how to be an exceptional business person. Today on Business Next
Charlie Kirk, principal at 1 Small Project, and the business author of workplace engagement and employee development books, including The Exceptional Performer. Listen Friday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 …
July 2, 2014
Is your small business intelligent? Find out today on Business Next
Michael Rogers talks with Bruce Kasanoff, author of SMART CUSTOMERS, STUPID COMPANIES: Why Only Intelligent Firms Will Thrive, and How to Be One of Them. Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 …
June 27, 2014
SBAM Small BIZ PAC announces endorsements for Aug. 5 Primary
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Small BIZ PAC has endorsed candidates for the Aug. 5 primary election. In addition, in some races the Small BIZ PAC has designated multiple candidates as receiving the …
June 27, 2014
Online contest to find the oldest piece of equipment on which a small business is still paying Personal Property Tax
Michigan small businesses don’t just pay sales tax when they purchase a piece of equipment. You pay tax again and again on that piece of equipment every year you own it. The tax never goes …
June 27, 2014
How the University of Michigan helps budding entrepreneurs handle their legal challenges. Details today on Business Next.
Michael Rogers talks with Dana Thompson, director of the Entrepreneurship Clinic at the University of Michigan Law School. Listen Friday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 a.m.) at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com. …
June 25, 2014
Gov. Snyder and more, from SBAM’s 45th annual meeting. Hear it today on Business Next!
Excerpts and highlights of the Small Business Association of Michigan’s 45th annual meeting in Lansing, including presentations by Gov. Snyder and U.S. Senate candidate Terri Lynn Land. Also today, Invest Michigan announced that entrepreneurs can …
June 23, 2014
MiQuest’s GLEQ business plan competition presents $75,000 in awards to Michigan’s technology entrepreneurs
For Immediate Release Contact: Diane Durance DDurance@MiQuest.org 734-255-3183 Ypsilanti, Mich., June 17, 2014 – MiQuest hosted the 14th annual GLEQ Business Plan Competition Awards event on Tuesday, June 17, at the Eagle Crest Conference …
June 20, 2014
SBAM annual meeting features Legislator of the Year, candidate forum, new officers and board members
Over 350 small business owners and supporters attended the Small Business Association of Michigan’s (SBAM) 45th annual meeting on June 19 in Lansing.SBAM recognized Sen. Mike Kowall as its Legislator of the Year. “Sen. Kowall …
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