News & Resources

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.

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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.

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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 […]

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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, […]

Lillian Werbin, featured on the Small Business Weekly podcast

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 13, 2024

Zach Bishop, 4 Flutes Machining: Leveraging Local Resources Leads to Success

Zach Bishop from 4 Flutes Machining shares valuable insights on how local and regional resources have played a crucial role in their success. As a manufacturer of high complexity, high […]

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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. […]

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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 […]

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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.

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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 […]

November 11, 2024

Call to Action: Tell Legislators to Fix the Earned Sick Time Act

Time is Running Out. Now that the election has passed, the Michigan Legislature has returned to Lansing for the last session days of the year. The number one issue on […]