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February 22, 2021

Paycheck Protection Program Updates

Capitol National Bank, located in Lansing, has offered the following guidance: Wednesday, February 24, 2021, will begin an exclusive 14-day window in which only businesses with fewer than 20 employees […]

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February 19, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – February 18, 2021

On today’s show, hosts Rob Fowler and Brian Calley discussed: Latest MDHHS order effective through 3/29 PPP & EIDL Updates New groups eligible for the vaccine on 3/1 B117 variant […]

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February 17, 2021

ASE Releases New Employer COVID-19 Business Impact Survey Findings

Media Contact: Heather Nezich, Communications Manager, 248.223.8040, hnezich@aseonline.org Troy, MI — February 16, 2021 — ASE, Michigan’s largest employer association, has released the results of its most recent COVID-19 Business […]

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February 11, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – February 11, 2021

Today on The Small Business Briefing, hosts Rob Fowler and Brian Calley discuss: Vaccine progress New CDC quarantine guidelines COVID variants in Michigan SBAM’s Call to Action regarding minimum wage […]

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February 8, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – February 8, 2021

On today’s show, hosts Rob Fowler and Brian Calley cover: The latest data Vaccine progress Employee policies on COVID vaccinations #PPP update Thank you to our sponsor @HealthScreen and HealthyVisitor. […]

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February 4, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – February 4, 2021

Welcome to The Small Business Briefing, with hosts Rob Fowler and Brian Calley. Watch the replay. On today’s show: Ginny Sherrow, co-owner of Fenton Winery & Brewery State Representative Thomas […]

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February 2, 2021

SBAM Issues Retirement Plan RFP

The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), and its for-profit subsidiary, the Small Business Resource Center (SBRC) are seeking proposals from eligible plan recordkeepers, ERISA 3(16) fiduciaries, and third-party administrators […]

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February 1, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – February 1, 2021

Hosts Rob Fowler and Brian Calley bring you the latest small business news. Watch the show. On today’s show: It’s #DataMonday – we will take a look at infection rates […]

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January 28, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – January 28, 2021

Watch The Small Business Briefing from January 28, 2021. A conversation with State Rep Sara Cambensy Three Blondes Brewing owner Carrie Troyer talks about their experience becoming an Ambassador with […]

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January 27, 2021

SBAM applauds House Republican COVID recovery plan prioritizing help for small businesses

The Small Business Association of Michigan today applauded the COVID-19 recovery plan released by House Republicans focused on providing direct relief for Michigan’s small businesses struggling during the pandemic. “Small […]

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January 25, 2021

The Small Business Briefing – January 25, 2021

Here’s what hosts Rob Fowler and Brian Calley discussed on today’s briefing. Watch it here. Friday’s epidemic order that permits indoor dining 2/1 #DataMonday – a look at the latest […]

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January 22, 2021

Indoor dining reopens February 1

Today Governor Whitmer announced the following, in effect February 1 – March 29, 2021. The extension from February 21 – March 29 came in this MDHHS order. Indoor dining permitted […]

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January 19, 2021

Michigan COVID Recovery Plan

Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the Michigan COVID Recovery Plan to grow Michigan’s economy and help end the COVID-19 pandemic. The governor’s plan includes a strong focus on vaccine distribution, […]

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January 14, 2021

The Small Business Briefing: January 14, 2021

Did you miss today’s Small Business Briefing with hosts Rob Fowler and Brian Calley? Watch the replay here Here’s what today’s show covers: A conversation with Congressman Peter Meijer A […]

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January 14, 2021

Treasury: Certain Businesses Affected by COVID-19 Epidemic Orders Provided Tax Assistance

 Eligible Monthly, Quarterly Filers  Can Delay Payments Until February 2021  LANSING, Mich. – Businesses that require social gatherings for customers and have experienced disrupted operations due to COVID-19 epidemic orders now have even […]

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January 14, 2021

Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program to provide $55 million in grants for COVID-19 relief efforts

The Michigan Strategic Fund today approved two grant programs – the Michigan Small Business Survival Grants and the Michigan Stages Survival Grants – totaling $58.5 million in relief to help […]

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January 13, 2021

New MDHHS epidemic order allows indoor group exercise, non-contact sports

Today Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a new MDHHS epidemic order that allows for indoor group exercise, non-contact sports. The new order is effective Saturday, Jan. 16 and will last until Sunday, Jan. 31. Guidance […]

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January 11, 2021

The Small Business Briefing: January 11, 2021

Did you miss today’s Small Business Briefing with hosts Rob Fowler and Brian Calley? Watch the replay here Here’s what today’s show covers: The latest COVID-19 data trends (#DataMonday) A […]

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