Michael Rogers, vice president of communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks with Katie Brines, founder of Limited Edition in Petoskey, MI. Limited Edition is a pop-up space for young artists that is …
MICHIGAN, March 11, 2015 – Nearly 60 companies from across the state will be honored at the eleventh annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business event on May 7, 2015, at the Lansing Center in downtown Lansing. …
MiQUEST, the year-old merger of GLEQ and SBAM’s Small Business Foundation, continues to provide top-notch learning opportunities for entrepreneurs. Coming up this week: Attracting and Retaining Talent for the Savvy CEO. Do you …
SBAM today announced a partnership with WorkFountain to implement the SBAM Talent Exchange, a cutting-edge job matching technology that is transforming the recruitment process and streamlining how employers and candidates connect with each other during …
Gov. Snyder’s Fiscal Year 2016 budget recommendation includes new investments of nearly $36 million dollars for enhanced educational opportunities, college and career planning, and skilled trades training. Combined with existing programs, next year’s budget proposes …
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) board of directors today voted unanimously to support a YES vote on Proposal 1 on May 5. “We strongly believe that increased transportation funding is a crucial investment …
International Bancard, a nationally recognized leader in the payment acceptance industry, today announced an exclusive partnership with the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM). This partnership provides immediate benefits for SBAM and its members by …
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) supports Gov. Snyder’s Jan. 20 state-of-the-state address emphasis on prioritizing enhanced technical skills training in the state. “The governor’s recommendation represents the first step in a much-needed cultural …
ANN ARBOR, MI January 15, 2015 – Ten promising entrepreneurs have been chosen as ACE Challenge finalists from a broad range of applicants and each will give three-minute presentations to showcase their ventures during the …
The Small Business Association of Michigan is proud to announce that several members have earned over $29,700 in dividends through the Accident Fund Insurance Company of America workers' compensation group program. Congratulations to our members …
Over a third (38 percent) of small business owners in a recent Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) “Barometer” survey said they plan to boost wages in the next six months. Wage hike intentions are …
Exhibitors and ACE Challenge winners receive awards, recognition and high-profile exposure to Michigan’s entrepreneurial communityANN ARBOR, MI December 9, 2014 – The Annual Collaboration for Entrepreneurs (ACE) event is Michigan’s premier business showcase for launching entrepreneurs …
The Michigan Economic Outlook Health Check is a free annual survey-style feedback program designed to support and promote business-friendly communities in Michigan and across the U.S. and Canada. It takes about five minutes to …
A jobs creation program pairing community colleges with nearby businesses would be clear to exist past 2018 under legislation that moved through the Senate Education Committee Wednesday. SB 1074, sponsored by Mark JANSEN(R-Gaines Twp.), builds on …
SBAM is partnering to present B2B Exchange @ The MARC, Mon. Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 4675 Okemos Rd. in Okemos. The event will feature educational sessions on topics like how …
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2015 Small Business Innovation Award – a part of Michigan Celebrates Small Business, a prestigious annual competition that recognizes successful growing businesses and their supporters. The winners will …
Eric Frederick of Connect Michigan previews the Oct. 29 Michigan Broadband Conference in Lansing. Listen Monday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 a.m.) at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com. Downloadable podcast version available …
The SBAM Small BIZ PAC has endorsed Attorney General Bill Schuette in the Nov. 4 general election. “Bill Schuette has always been a champion of small business and we’re proud to offer him our endorsement,” says …