Businesses that require social gatherings for customers and have experienced disrupted operations due to COVID-19 epidemic orders now have additional time to make their December sales, use and withholding tax monthly payment, […]
Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey (R-ClarkLake) “demanded” Gov. Gretchen Whitmer create metrics that restaurants could use when her administration’s recent shutdown order on eating establishments, bars and entertainment. The administration should target those establishments […]
Outside of the $100 million Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants in emergency relief for businesses and individuals hit hardest by the coronavirus, the state Budget Office told lawmakers in a letter it needs […]
Today, Governor Whitmer and MDHHS Director Robert Gordon issued an extension of the ‘three-week pause’ for 12 more days. Here’s an infographic that outlines what IS and IS NOT allowed. […]
LANSING MI, December 2020 – The Michigan Bankers Association (MBA), Michigan Chamber of Commerce, and Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) have been notified that some third- party businesses are […]
By Anna Gernant | Communications Coordinator at the Small Business Association of Michigan As the 2020 holiday season approaches, we’re encouraging you to shop small and support local businesses in your community this year! Although we encourage you to support small businesses […]
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has launched its #SupportLocalMI campaign to help raise awareness of the impact we can make when we choose to support the Michigan small business community. […]
This winter, move indoors and stay safe in your own home or office. Company holiday parties, corporate sales pitches with a twist, family celebrations – pick a theme and Chateau […]
Tonight Governor Whitmer and MDHHS Director Robert Gordon issued new restrictions, effective Wednesday, November 18, 2020. These rules are expected to remain in effect for three weeks. Infographic: What’s Open […]
New grant program will help businesses expand and winterize outdoor capacity To help small businesses successfully navigate the winter ahead and prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Small Business Association […]
Today the the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) launched a State Emphasis Program (SEP) focused on office settings that addresses the need for increased vigilance, education and enforcement […]
For Immediate ReleaseNov. 10, 2020Contact: Sarah Miller, 800-362-5461, ext. 212 LANSING, MI – Jared Rodriguez has joined MainStreet Legislative Consulting Services as a partner, MainStreet founding partner and president, Goeff […]
Working through the COVID-19 pandemic has created new concerns for business owners and their employees. To help you gauge how your employees feel about the current work environment, the Small […]
Manistique small business honored at SBAM Leadership Council Event For Immediate ReleaseOct. 30, 2020Contact: Sarah Miller, 800-362-5461, ext. 212 LANSING, MI – The Small Business Association of Michigan recently honored […]
The Michigan Department of Health & Human Services issued the following on October 29, 2020. This is a renewal of previous orders and includes the following new requirements: At food […]
Award presented at SBAM’s recent Leadership Council event The Small Business Association of Michigan recently honored Sue Tellier, president of JetCo Federal with its 2020 Energy Waste Reduction Champion award. […]
Award presented at SBAM’s recent Leadership Council event The Small Business Association of Michigan recently honored Breanne Stuart, president and CEO of Homewatch CareGivers of Ann Arbor with its 2020 […]
The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity has updated its Frequently Asked Questions page to help clarify the following questions related to workplace safety rules. Executive Rule 11(1) requires employers […]