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Business Owner Networking

Create meaningful connections through SBAM’s O2O network!

Our O2O (Owner2Owner) program is a network designed exclusively for small business owners across the state of Michigan.

We host 2-3 events annually in each of our ten regional engagement zones – Greater Macomb, Capital, Great Lakes Bay, West Michigan, Greater Wayne, Marquette/Upper Peninsula, Greater Oakland, Greater Washtenaw, Greater Southwest, and Northern Michigan.

Here’s what attendees can expect:

Peer-to-peer interaction
Unique venues and experiences
Timely updates from local legislators or SBAM’s experienced advocacy team
Meaningful educational content

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Special Guests

Senator Mallory McMorrow joined SBAM President & CEO Brian Calley at a recent event in Royal Oak.

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Connection Opportunities

O2O events provide ample opportunities for you to connect with your peers! We only allow small business owners to attend.

Upcoming O2O Events

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November 21 @ 4:00 pm

Macomb Region Owner2Owner Event

Please join us November 21, 2024 at Brown Iron Brewhouse, Washington Township, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. for an SBAM Owner2Owner (O2O) event! SBAM’s advocacy team Brian Calley and Jacob […]

December 11 @ 4:00 pm

Great Lakes Bay Region Owner2Owner Event

Please join us December 11, 2024 at the Bavarian Inn, Frankenmuth, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. for an SBAM Owner2Owner (O2O) event! We will have a brief legislative update with […]

December 19 @ 4:00 pm

Washtenaw Region Owner2Owner Event

Please join us December 19, 2024 at Wolverine Pickleball in Ann Arbor from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. for an SBAM Owner2Owner (O2O) event! We will have a brief legislative update […]

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Sponsorship Information

While these meetings are for business owners only, Sponsors are invited to be a part of the meetings as thought leaders and stakeholders in the community. We are seeking sponsors who wish to be engaged with the small business community. If you have interest in sponsoring a region, please reach out to SBAM’s Winston Larson.