In Groff v. DeJoy, 600 U.S. 447 (2023), the U.S. Supreme Court raised the bar on denying religious accommodations from showing an "undue hardship" in making the accommodation to incur "substantial increased costs" compared to the …
Learn about the SOAR Fund 2.0: a $6 billion economic development plan aimed at revitalizing communities and attracting investments.
Discover the impact of increased minimum wage on Michigan restaurants. Find out how it could affect prices and business operations.
LANSING, MI – The Small Business Association of Michigan has honored Gina Thorsen, CEO of Stormy Kromer outdoor-wear brand, as its 2024 Advocate of the Year.
At the helm of Elderly Instruments, Lillian Werbin, CEO and Co-Owner, steers her team toward daily success. These daily triumphs have made Elderly Instruments “a beacon of global fellowship, drawn together by the strings of …
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
Every business owner knows the drill: hiring is hard. This rings especially true in the trades, where finding skilled labor feels like searching for a needle in a haystack.
In every organization, top performers stand out not just for their skills but for their attitude and approach to work. These individuals possess certain traits that set them apart and drive the success of their …
For enthusiastic entrepreneurs across America, the allure of running your own small business remains magnetic. However, securing sufficient capital is one of the toughest early obstacles.
On this episode of the SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Nick Jacqmain, CEO and President of Springfield Commercial Roofing and Transport, with locations in Kingsley and Big Rapids.
Lansing, MI – Michigan small businesses negatively impacted by the pandemic are eligible to receive new support from the SBAM Foundation’s Small Business Support Hub (SBSH) Grant Program. The program […]
Whether you are considering implementing an employee wellness program or have one in place, these 10 best practices serve as foundational guidelines for establishing a robust and successful program, no matter the size of your …
As the president of Michigan’s third-largest university, I frequently talk to business owners across the entire state. Regardless of whether it’s an international company with thousands of employees or a family-owned business in a small …
American Society of Employers (ASE), Michigan’s largest employer association with locations in Troy, Grand Rapids, and Muskegon, has released the findings of the 2024 ASE Compensation Survey, the most comprehensive compensation survey in Michigan covering …
Michigan still facing childcare crisis affecting both families and businesses LANSING – Michigan childcare and business leaders Tuesday urged state legislators to reconsider budget changes that would cause childcare facilities […]
The Senate Labor Committee Tuesday took testimony on two bill packages, one that would address apprentice ratios for plumbers and electricians and one that would move administrative authority of the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health …
Democrats are considering linking next year's budget to an economic development reform proposal that could transform Detroit's Renaissance Center from General Motors' headquarters to new housing and a regional hub for mass transit.
