The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) supports Gov. Snyder’s Jan. 20 state-of-the-state address emphasis on prioritizing enhanced technical skills training in the state. “The governor’s recommendation represents the first step in a much-needed cultural …
ANN ARBOR, MI January 15, 2015 – Ten promising entrepreneurs have been chosen as ACE Challenge finalists from a broad range of applicants and each will give three-minute presentations to showcase their ventures during the …
The Small Business Association of Michigan is proud to announce that several members have earned over $29,700 in dividends through the Accident Fund Insurance Company of America workers' compensation group program. Congratulations to our members …
Over a third (38 percent) of small business owners in a recent Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) “Barometer” survey said they plan to boost wages in the next six months. Wage hike intentions are …
Exhibitors and ACE Challenge winners receive awards, recognition and high-profile exposure to Michigan’s entrepreneurial communityANN ARBOR, MI December 9, 2014 – The Annual Collaboration for Entrepreneurs (ACE) event is Michigan’s premier business showcase for launching entrepreneurs …
The Michigan Economic Outlook Health Check is a free annual survey-style feedback program designed to support and promote business-friendly communities in Michigan and across the U.S. and Canada. It takes about five minutes to …
A jobs creation program pairing community colleges with nearby businesses would be clear to exist past 2018 under legislation that moved through the Senate Education Committee Wednesday. SB 1074, sponsored by Mark JANSEN(R-Gaines Twp.), builds on …
SBAM is partnering to present B2B Exchange @ The MARC, Mon. Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 4675 Okemos Rd. in Okemos. The event will feature educational sessions on topics like how …
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2015 Small Business Innovation Award – a part of Michigan Celebrates Small Business, a prestigious annual competition that recognizes successful growing businesses and their supporters. The winners will …
Eric Frederick of Connect Michigan previews the Oct. 29 Michigan Broadband Conference in Lansing. Listen Monday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 a.m.) at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com. Downloadable podcast version available …
The SBAM Small BIZ PAC has endorsed Attorney General Bill Schuette in the Nov. 4 general election. “Bill Schuette has always been a champion of small business and we’re proud to offer him our endorsement,” says …
Profile of Susan Kurta, owner of BossMouseCheese and a member of SBAM’s Leadership Council. And, an interview with Lynn Benson, owner of Splash Count. Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., …
Nominations will be open Mon., Sept. 29, for the 2015 Michigan Celebrates Small Business awards program, a prestigious annual competition that recognizes successful growing businesses and their supporters. The winners will be honored at the …
Department of Human Services (DHS) Director Maura CORRIGAN told the Detroit Free Press she would step down from her post at the end of this year, which apparently had been the plan all along.Sara WURFEL, …
While a bill to overturn tougher rules on charitable gaming sits in their committee, a majority of the members of House Regulatory Reform Committee told MIRS they either aren't satisfied with the administration's rules or …
Senate Majority Leader Randy RICHARDVILLE (R-Monroe) on Tuesday dropped a bill that proposes reform for the Certificate of Need Commission (CON) while dredging up a long-standing conflict between the commission's supporters and McLaren Health Care.The …
By Scott Lyon, SBAM Senior Vice President As we approach fall and the next round of open enrollment in the health insurance exchange/marketplace, we have had several questions from members regarding the definition of “affordability.” …
Michael Rogers talks with participants at the recent Michigan Inventors Coalition meeting in East Lansing. Interviews with Marty Sovis of Sovilok, Michael Tomasovich of Affairs Associates and Julie Wasco of Slip Clip. Listen Friday at …
