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SUMMARY:Clean eating facts and fiction
DESCRIPTION:Join us as a registered dietitian provides information and tips on how you and your family can eat clean. Session will include Drop 5 to Start ‵21 weekly check-in for our virtual weight loss community.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is brought to you by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/clean-eating-facts-and-fiction/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210112T120000
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SUMMARY:3-Minute Snowy Tibetan Yak Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Sit back and relax while gazing on a herd of Tibetan yaks on Marissa’s farm during a gentle snowfall.\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is brought to you by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.\n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/3-minute-snowy-tibetan-yak-meditation/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210111T120000
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SUMMARY:Well-being culture and engagement in 2021
DESCRIPTION:Ideas to support a well-being culture and drive higher employee engagement for improved well-being.\n\nThis webinar is brought to you by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.\n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/well-being-culture-and-engagement-in-2021/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210108T120000
DTSTAMP:20210106T195720Z
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UID:10003296-1610103600-1610107200@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:The Consolidated Appropriations Act Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Consolidated Appropriations Act is expansive and at nearly 5\,600 pages\, many are left with more questions than answers. Join John Pridnia\, CPA\, CGMA\, Tom Shemanksi\, CPA and Anthony Licavoli\, CPA from Rehmann on Friday\, January 8 as they provide an overview of key Covid-19 relief provisions and tax impacts\, covering: \n\nPaycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan deductibility\, basis issues and legislative updates\n\n\nCashflow opportunities — Round two of PPP funding\, Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) and some industry-specific stimulus options\nEmployee Retention Credit opportunities\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-consolidated-appropriations-act-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210108
DTSTAMP:20201217T203401Z
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SUMMARY:BCBSM Drop 5 to Start ‵21
DESCRIPTION:To help you start the New Year healthy\, join Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s free virtual weight loss community for a 12-week journey to lose five pounds. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW \nJoin them on Jan. 7 for the kick-off and receive: \n\nAn overview of Drop 5 to Start ‵21\nAn introduction to the motivational team\nTips to start your journey\nA downloadable weight tracker\n\nEach week the motivational team will bring you a weight loss tip that will help you achieve your scale and non scale victories.\nDuring Drop 5 to Start ‵21\, they ask that you track your weight once a week from Jan. 7 to April 1. They will provide a downloadable weight tracker during the kick-off webinar. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW \nQuestions? Contact Blue Cross Virtual Well-Being at bluecrossvirtualwell-being@bcbsm.com.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/bcbsm-drop-5-to-start-%e2%80%b521/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201217T110000
DTSTAMP:20201209T140600Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing Planning for 2021
DESCRIPTION:Get a head start on growth for 2021\, by mapping out your marketing goals and creating a plan to make them happen! In this hour-long seminar with Marketing Expert Lynne Golodner\, you’ll learn why planning is the best way to ensure growth in brand awareness\, revenues and reach. Participants will receive a Marketing Map template and learn the key components to a clear and easy-to-implement Marketing Plan that aligns with business goals. The seminar will offer instruction\, opportunity for Q&A\, and some hands-on planning time. \nRegister here!\nPresented by Lynne Golodner\, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Your People LLC
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/marketing-planning-for-2021/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201208T120000
DTSTAMP:20201120T163903Z
CREATED:20201112T135800Z
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SUMMARY:Chapter 11 an Option? - The Nuts and Bolts of Reorganizing
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will be a panel discussion led by Jeffrey Hughes. We will focus on answering frequently asked questions\, which are designed to supplement what is typically preview for a financially-distressed business\, and what is discussed during the initial meeting with an attorney or other bankruptcy professional. \nRegister here! \nThis is a collaborative Webinar presented on behalf MICPA & SBAM. \nSpeakers: \n \nJeffrey R Hughes\nPartner\, Varnum LLP from 1980-2000\nU.S. Bankruptcy Court\, Western District – Michigan from 2000-2013\nHe is married with 3 children and 2 grand children. \n  \n \nTodd Almassian \nTodd Almassian focuses his practice in the areas of Bankruptcy and Business Law\, and Todd represents debtors and creditors buying and selling assets within Bankruptcy Proceedings. Todd has served as an expert witness for plaintiffs and defendants in various insolvency matters and bankruptcy cases and is a frequent lecturer regarding the Bankruptcy Code. Todd serves as a Qualified Mediator for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Michigan. \n \nSteve Bylenga \nSteve Bylenga primarily represents creditors and debtors in consumer and commercial bankruptcy proceedings\, including commercial workouts\, corporate restructuring\, and adversary proceedings.  He is the co-founder of Chase Bylenga Hulst\, PLLC\, a boutique bankruptcy and business litigation firm in Grand Rapids\, Michigan.  Steve has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers – Rising Stars in the areas of Bankruptcy and Bankruptcy Litigation.  He is currently the Chairperson of the Bankruptcy Steering Committee for the Federal Bar Association for the Western District of Michigan; a member of the Board of Directors for the Debtor’s Bar Association of West Michigan; a frequent speaker at bankruptcy seminars; and instructed law students in bankruptcy as an adjunct professor at Western Michigan University Law School.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/chapter-11-an-option-the-nuts-and-bolts-of-reorganizing/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201204
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SUMMARY:ASE presents HR Comply – a 2-day virtual event covering employment law in the COVID era\, AA\, EEO\, and Diversity
DESCRIPTION:ASE is excited to bring our Employment Law Conference and AA/EEO & Diversity Conference together into one great legal compliance event. This two-day conference will bring the best employment and labor law attorneys together with EEOC and OFCCP officials and AA/EEO/Diversity experts. \nRegister here!\nDay 1 features the employment law track. Attorney-led breakouts will review everyday laws and regulations\, including many of the new regulations around COVID-19 that impact the employer-employee relationship. The morning plenary will include both a federal and state legislative update led by Ann-Marie Vercrusysse Welch\, Member\, Clark Hill PLC and Michael Burns\, Executive Vice President\, ASE\, respectively.  Sessions will be led by leading law firms including Clark Hill PLC; Barnes & Thornburg; Fragomen\, Del Rey\, Bernsen & Lowey\, LLP; Nemeth Law PC; Kerr Russell; Butzel Long; Ogletree\, Deakins\, Nash\, Smoak & Stewart\, PLLC; Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC; and Fisher Phillips. \nDay 2 features the AA/EEO and Diversity track. Enforcement activity under the Trump Administration\, even in the pandemic\, has continued at a high pace. The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has close to $36 million in settlements in FY 2020 and is expanding focused reviews to include promotions\, accommodations\, and D&I. The EEOC has been very active the past few years and return to work is a growing concern with the agency. Wage and Hour is seeing more voluntary reporting of wage violations. H-1Bs are becoming more challenging\, and Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) is aggressively conducting I-9 audits. Attendees will walk away well prepared for 2021 compliance efforts. \n \nThe day-2 morning plenary will be an EEOC update presented by Martin Ebel\, Director of the Office of Field Programs Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The afternoon plenary\, OFCCP 2020 in Review\, will be presented by Tina Williams\, Director of Policy and Program Development\, U.S. Department of Labor – Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs.  Day 2 breakout sessions include sessions led by Clark Hill PLC; Office of Federal Contract Compliance; Jackson Lewis; OFCCP; Seyfarth Shaw; Berkshire & Associates; Fox\, Wang & Morgan; and Silberman Law PC. \nFor a complete agenda and registration information\, please visit https://www.aseonline.org/Events/Conferences/HR-Comply-2020. \nAbout ASE\nASE is Michigan’s trusted HR partner.  ASE is a non-profit\, membership organization – everything we do is based on the needs of our members and to help their organizations THRIVE. ASE strengthens organization’s HR departments by offering member benefits and discounted services that span the entire employee lifecycle including recruitment\, development\, and retention while minimizing compliance risk. We provide our members guidance through new legislation and workplace issues such as those currently occurring with the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about ASE at aseonline.org.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/ase-presents-hr-comply-a-2-day-virtual-event-covering-employment-law-in-the-covid-era-aa-eeo-and-diversity/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201124T140000
DTSTAMP:20201120T160426Z
CREATED:20201110T214501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T160426Z
UID:10002284-1606222800-1606226400@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:Properly Maintaining your Facility HVAC During Covid-19
DESCRIPTION:Health organizations worldwide widely believe Covid-19 poses a serious and increased threat to people indoors.  As schools and public buildings limit class and occupant sizes to address the risks of meeting indoors\, a basic understanding of Covid-19 particles\, their transmission\, and the role of HVAC systems in schools and public buildings is important for decision makers to understand.  Assuming it is agreed that Covid-19 can be contracted through aerosols via talking\, laughing\, coughing\, sneezing\, singing\, and close contact\, the role of HVAC systems and the importance of maintaining and upgrading those systems is critical. \nThis Webinar is targeted towards building owners and decision makers and will be presented at a high-level. It also offers technical information to explain why this topic is important to decision makers. \nRegister here!\nSpeaker: \n \nDiane E. Mills\, CEM\nPresident of Occupant Care\, Inc.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/properly-maintaining-your-facility-hvac-during-covid-19/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201110T104500
DTSTAMP:20201029T140132Z
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UID:10002278-1605002400-1605005100@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:SBAM Energy Solutions Webinar Series – Energy Tips for Cool Weather
DESCRIPTION:With cold weather just around the corner\, DTE Energy wants to help you manage your business’s energy bill. Join us to learn how your business can effectively manage energy costs while keeping you\, your employees and customers safe.\n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/sbam-energy-solutions-webinar-series-energy-tips-for-cool-weather/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201027T140000
DTSTAMP:20201021T140617Z
CREATED:20201016T135549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T140617Z
UID:10002277-1603803600-1603807200@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:PPP Forgiveness Application Update
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an update on newly revised PPP Loan Forgiveness Application with accounting and finance experts.  Forgiveness updates will be discussed and we will have time for questions and answers. \nRegister here!\nSpeakers: \nJames N. Lopiccolo\, CPA\, CGMA\,\nCapocore Professional Advisors\n \nBob Weins\nPresident | Insights3 \nLeon C. LaBrecque\, JD\, CPA\, CFP®\, CFA\nChief Growth Officer | Sequoia Financial \n 
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/ppp-forgiveness-application-update/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201026T170000
DTSTAMP:20201023T133918Z
CREATED:20201013T204949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T133918Z
UID:10003290-1603728000-1603731600@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Understanding COVID Safety
DESCRIPTION:From the Governor’s Eradicated EOs to MDHHS Emergency Orders\, this webinar will help you understanding where COVID safety and health is at in Michigan. \nPlease join ASE and SBAM for this informative webinar that will clarify employer COVID safety and health protocol directives and authority to ensure your organization is following the most up to date requirements. \nBrian Calley\, President of SBAM\, will provide attendees not only clear direction on the current state COVID safety and health requirements in Michigan but also explanation about the authority behind these new orders and what to expect as new rules and directives employers must follow come out from Lansing. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/webinar-understanding-covid-safety/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201020T104500
DTSTAMP:20200925T161822Z
CREATED:20200925T161822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T161822Z
UID:10003283-1603188000-1603190700@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:SBAM Energy Solutions Webinar Series – DTE's Energy Efficiency Programs and Incentives
DESCRIPTION:Is your business taking advantage of DTE’s available energy efficiency programs and incentives? Join us to learn more about these specific programs and how you can save on your business’ energy costs. Tips for planning and budgeting for 2021 energy efficiency projects will also be discussed. \nSpeakers: \n\nDTE SME: Jeremy Cappello\, Principal Marketing Analyst\nMichigan Saves: Todd O’Grady\, Business Development Manager\n2019 Business Pride Winner: Nicole Cjajka\, Owner of Thee Office Pub & Cookery\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/sbam-energy-solutions-webinar-series-dtes-energy-efficiency-programs-and-incentives/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201015T110000
DTSTAMP:20200930T175014Z
CREATED:20200910T174129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T175014Z
UID:10003279-1602756000-1602759600@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:Reach Your 2021 Business Goals with Digital Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Chip LaFleur wants to help your business become more profitable\, visible\, and scalable. Join Chip\, president of LaFleur Marketing\, for a webinar on how to implement digital marketing strategies and tactics to help your business reach its goals\, bring in more qualified leads\, and increase revenue. \nIn this webinar you will learn how to plan and implement essential digital marketing strategies such as content marketing\, email automation\, pay-per-click advertising\, SEO\, and social media. Chip will explain the fundamental principles that inform all successful marketing campaigns and describe the most important tools and tactics you need for success. \nRegister in advance for this webinar!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/reach-your-2021-business-goals-with-digital-marketing/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200929T104500
DTSTAMP:20200928T142239Z
CREATED:20200925T161459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T142239Z
UID:10003281-1601373600-1601376300@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:SBAM Energy Solutions Webinar Series – Energy Efficiency Upgrades
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn the importance of making energy efficiency upgrades to your business. Subject matter experts will also outline the benefits that customers can see by taking advantage of DTE’s energy efficiency programs and incentives; and answer any questions you may have! \nSpeaker: Jeremy Cappello\, Principal Marketing Analyst \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/sbam-energy-solutions-webinar-series-energy-efficiency-upgrades/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200923T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200923T150000
DTSTAMP:20200904T154014Z
CREATED:20200820T134420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T154014Z
UID:10003267-1600869600-1600873200@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Positioning for Business Owners: Year-End Planning
DESCRIPTION:Business owners need to think strategically and holistically about their business and personal planning in order to anticipate\, adapt and use change to their advantage. While there are obvious  threats and challenges\, the COVID-19 pandemic along with potential changes in tax law now present planning opportunities that could help protect your legacy and strengthen the long-term financial position of your company.  Join PNC Bank professionals Mark Rheaume\, Daniel Hoops and Julie Williams get back to the basics and discuss opportunities that may exist for your business in today’s new climate. \nRegister here!\n  \nPanelists: \n\nMark W. Rheaume\, JD\, CEPA\, CFP ® | Senior Vice President\, Senior Wealth Strategist for PNC bank\n\n\nDaniel S. Hoops\, JD\, CEPA | Vice President\, Senior Wealth Strategist for PNC bank\n\n\nJulie Williams | Executive Vice President\, National Lead ESOP Solutions & Business Succession for PNC bank
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/strategic-positioning-for-business-owners-year-end-planning/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200916T150000
DTSTAMP:20200825T142449Z
CREATED:20200825T142449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T142449Z
UID:10003273-1600264800-1600268400@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:Keep Your Business top of Mind like a Shark
DESCRIPTION:  \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/keep-your-business-top-of-mind-like-a-shark/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200915T110000
DTSTAMP:20200909T182903Z
CREATED:20200908T230421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T182903Z
UID:10003277-1600164000-1600167600@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:Sylvan Learning for SBAM Members
DESCRIPTION:This year more than ever\, educators all over the country face a daunting task: overcoming the longest and most profound disruption to student education we have witnessed in modern history. \nSylvan Learning Center is offering discounts to SBAM members and their employees for school work support\, tutoring and ACT/SAT test preparedness so their K-12 kids can make the most of the school year. \nLearn more about Sylvan Learning and the programs they offer by attending our informative introductory meeting. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/sylvan-learning-for-sbam-members/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie Neirynck":MAILTO:kellie.neirynck@sbam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200902T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200902T103000
DTSTAMP:20200827T171118Z
CREATED:20200825T131116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200827T171118Z
UID:10003271-1599040800-1599042600@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:Michigan Business COVID Liability Protection Legislation Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Many of the impacts of COVID-19 to our long-term economic recovery are still unknown. But there are important policy responses we urgently need to take to give Michigan the best chance at emerging from this pandemic in a position to grow. Fair\, limited and well defined liability protections are high on that list. The legislature is considering legislation that provides liability protections to businesses and other entities that play by the rules and follow the safety protocols spelled out in state\, federal and local guidelines and Executive Orders. The proposed legislation does not protect bad actors. \nPresented by SBAM President Brian Calley \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/michigan-business-covid-liability-protection-legislation-briefing/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200820T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200820T120000
DTSTAMP:20200810T133933Z
CREATED:20200728T174052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200810T133933Z
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SUMMARY:Changing Cultures through Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Shepherd Advisors will provide insights on the importance of culture and how to manage a seemingly amorphous differentiator. In our uncertain and volatile conditions\, culture can be a force multiplier for driving higher rates of performance. A productive and innovative culture will increasingly require leaders who provide a sense of belonging\, listen better\, and are open to new ways of doing things. \nAs we enter this next phase of the Covid-19 pandemic\, employees have anxiety and concerns\, based on individual experiences. Leaders will benefit from learning how employees are feeling\, so they can help them re-orient productively. We will help participants focus on new ways of listening\, acknowledging\, and learning about employees. Conducting better conversations will alleviate employee concerns and create the cohesion required to drive strategy pivots. \nLearning Objectives \nYou will come away from this session with a better understanding of: \n\n     Culture drivers and how to intentionally manage them\n     The importance of belonging\, listening and being open\n     How to understand employee expectations and support them\n     How leaders can build their capability to become culture drivers\n\nRegister here!\n\nSpeakers\nEd Holinski \nEd’s passion is helping leaders and organizations transform through conversations and culture change\, in response to market shifts and disruptions. He was a key contributor to major transformations at Marsh and Mercer\, where he led a global learning and development function. He then led the talent function at the American Society of Employers\, developing leaders in member companies. Ed’s executive education at UM focused on strategy and positive culture.  He now leads a Vistage CEO Advisory Board and consults with leaders. \nSheila Martinez \nSheila’s a thought leader with extensive experience in leadership\, organizational development\, talent management\, change and culture building. Sheila consults with leaders across industries to implement strategy and create transformations. She has a passion for inspiring teams to envision and operationalize new strategies while fostering a happy\, healthy\, and human working environment. Sheila has a bachelors in sociology and masters in adult education\, along with her human resource management certification. \nLoch McCabe \nFounding Shepherd Advisors in 2000\, Loch focuses on methodical research\, sound growth strategy development\, and building robust foundations for successful and sustainable growth. Loch has a knack for understanding stories\, recognizing opportunities\, and developing pathways that allow clients to move forward with clarity and confidence. He augments his instincts and enthusiasm with proven methodologies\, analysis\, due diligence\, and process facilitation that fosters clearer thinking and action.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/changing-cultures-through-conversations/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200806T140000
DTSTAMP:20200729T200921Z
CREATED:20200723T181737Z
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SUMMARY:Uncertainty can be unsettling. Unsure of next steps? Let’s manage the unknown and PIVOT to success.
DESCRIPTION:Targets: \nOwners and CEOs of companies that want to grow – and are worried \nProblem: \nFor many CEOs\, ongoing COVID-19 caused uncertainties are a most difficult challenge right now.  Six months into this pandemic\, COVID-19 continues to disrupt markets\, scramble suppliers and labor\, spook customers\, and increase overall risks. It’s really a challenge when we can’t predict even the next 12 months with neither clarity or confidence! \nRemedy: \n Unfortunately\, COVID-19 uncertainties will be around for a while longer. Fortunately\, scenario planning is a proven remedy for this situation.  And today\, every company will pivot into its future(s) more successfully as it improves its scenario game planning. \nTake aways: \nIn this webinar\, Shepherd Advisors will share four powerful and proven scenario planning tools that will help your company: \n\nPivot proactively as markets shift\nRebound faster than others as the new normal emerges\nMeaningfully engage your team to more effectively surface new opportunities and deploy resources\nBuild your team’s moral and confidence as they expand the options and enhance their odds of success\n\nWebinar participants will also receive a free interactive PIVOT2020 ebook every business can use today to confront and conquer tomorrow’s market uncertainties. \nRegister here! 
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/uncertainty-can-be-unsettling-unsure-of-next-steps-lets-manage-the-unknown-and-pivot-to-success/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200806T110000
DTSTAMP:20200804T175906Z
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SUMMARY:Part 2: Accommodating Employees with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:The State of Michigan and the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) will hold a two-part virtual seminar for Michigan business owners and employers to answer their questions on accommodating employees with disabilities\, personal protective equipment and returning to work during COVID-19. \nOn Wednesday\, August 5 and Thursday\, August 6\, thee sessions will take place virtually via ZOOM from 10:00 am to 11:30 am each day. \nBrian Calley\, former Lt. Governor of Michigan and President of SBAM\, will moderate each session. Each session will include a live Q&A with a panel of state government leaders in employment\, disability rights and services. \nPanel participants include the following people: \n\nSean Egan\, Director of COVID Workplace Safety\, Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity\nLolita Davis\, Outreach and Training Coordinator\, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission\nKim Woolridge\, Director\, State ADA Compliance Division\, Department of Civil Rights\nJenny Piatt\, Bureau Division Director\, Michigan Rehabilitation Services\, Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity\nBill Robinson\, Director\, Bureau of Services for Blind Persons\, Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity\nAnnie Urasky\, Director\, Division of Deaf\, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing\, Department of Civil Rights\n\nIt will include ASL interpreters and closed captioning. If you are in need of an accommodation\, contact Alayna Zerlentes at 313-437-7035. \nRegister here!\nThe two sessions will also stream live on Facebook and YouTube.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/part-2-accommodating-employees-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200805T110000
DTSTAMP:20200804T174954Z
CREATED:20200804T173855Z
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SUMMARY:Part 1: Accommodating Employees with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:The State of Michigan and the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) will hold a two-part virtual seminar for Michigan business owners and employers to answer their questions on accommodating employees with disabilities\, personal protective equipment and returning to work during COVID-19. \nOn Wednesday\, August 5 and Thursday\, August 6\, thee sessions will take place virtually via ZOOM from 10:00 am to 11:30 am each day. \nBrian Calley\, former Lt. Governor of Michigan and President of SBAM\, will moderate each session. Each session will include a live Q&A with a panel of state government leaders in employment\, disability rights and services. \nPanel participants include the following people: \n\nSean Egan\, Director of COVID Workplace Safety\, Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity\nLolita Davis\, Outreach and Training Coordinator\, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission\nKim Woolridge\, Director\, State ADA Compliance Division\, Department of Civil Rights\nJenny Piatt\, Bureau Division Director\, Michigan Rehabilitation Services\, Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity\nBill Robinson\, Director\, Bureau of Services for Blind Persons\, Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity\nAnnie Urasky\, Director\, Division of Deaf\, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing\, Department of Civil Rights\n\nIt will include ASL interpreters and closed captioning. If you are in need of an accommodation\, contact Alayna Zerlentes at 313-437-7035. \nRegister here!\nThe two sessions will also stream live on Facebook and YouTube.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/part-1-accommodating-employees-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200729T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200729T143000
DTSTAMP:20200716T202603Z
CREATED:20200713T142155Z
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SUMMARY:Reinvention: Don’t Let The Chicken Drive The Bus
DESCRIPTION:Take control of your business fate. We will discuss how to solve your most paralyzing problems by unlocking a superpower we’re all born with: an innovative mindset. \n“But I’m not creative.” Many of us have said it ourselves. But it’s not true. 98% of 4- and 5- year-olds test at the genius level for creativity\, but only 12% of those same kids are still at a genius level by age 12. You were once that toddler and your innovative mindset is still with you\, it’s just mostly dormant. Join creative genius Karl Gude\, talent strategist Sarah Preisser\, and creative director Camron Gnass as he moderates a FREE\, virtual event to help you ignite your creativity and get your business moving in the right direction. In this two-part series\, they’ll teach methods you can use on your own and with your teams to get over the paralysis hurdle and solve your toughest challenges. \n\nDo you feel like you’re not creative?\nAre you watching those around you adapt to the crazy times\, wonder how they’re doing it and still feel stuck?\nDoes your team keep coming to you with the same old\, still not going to work\, ideas?\nAre you unsure of where even to start in terms of tackling the changes that you might need to make in response to the changing world?\n\nJoin us for part one on July 29th at 1:30 pm to address these and more! \nRegister here!\n\nMeet the panel:\nSarah Preisser of Mindset Talent is a talent strategist and human-centered design practitioner who spent 21 years in the corporate world before founding Mindset Talent to bring Fortune 500 leading edge talent practices to small and mid-sized business\, public sector\, and non-profit sector clients. \nKarl Gude of Gude Thinking is a creative-thinking adviser who was an award-winning instructor at Michigan State University teaching practical courses in how to jump-start creative thinking and innovation. For years\, Karl was the Director of Infographics for Newsweek magazine and The Associated Press and is also an accomplished fine artist. \nCamron Gnass of Traction is a former board member of SBAM. He’s spent 25 years leading his studio to create compelling brand strategy\, design and communications for small businesses across the state. They repeatedly win industry awards and recognition in national design publications.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/reinvention-dont-let-the-chicken-drive-the-bus/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200715T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200715T150000
DTSTAMP:20200702T181900Z
CREATED:20200604T143737Z
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SUMMARY:The Civility Project
DESCRIPTION:This judgment-free workshop is a safe place to talk\, express yourself and be OK with the outcome. \nThe Civility Project goal: Build healthy disagreement and dialogue. \nIn this hour-long workshop you’ll learn how to: \n\nAgree to disagree\nEngage in civil conversation\nBuild respect for each other’s humanity\nLearn to listen to other sides\nUse what you hear to challenge or affirm your own viewpoints\nStay curious\n\nCelebrated journalists Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson have been longtime friends\, despite their different perspectives on pretty much everything. The one thing they agree on is the importance of their friendship—which includes a healthy dose of disagreement and mutual respect. \nRegister here\nDelta Dental of Michigan is a proud sponsor of The Civility Project.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-civility-project/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200630T110000
DTSTAMP:20200615T133311Z
CREATED:20200615T133311Z
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SUMMARY:The Shape of Recovery
DESCRIPTION:As we continue to navigate these uncertain times\, we invite you to our next live discussion to learn more about what recovery might look like for our economy in the midst of the current COVID-19 pandemic. We will be taking a look back at how this differs from past disasters and what the short-term and long-term effects could be. \nPresented by: \nLeon LaBrecque\, JD\, CPA\, CFP®\, CFA\, Chief Growth Officer\, Sequoia Financial Group \nRegister here
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-shape-of-recovery/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200611T110000
DTSTAMP:20200603T205053Z
CREATED:20200603T205053Z
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UID:10002618-1591869600-1591873200@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:PPP Status\, Updates and a Detailed Walkthrough of Forgiveness
DESCRIPTION:Join Sarah Jennings and Dennis Theis of Maner Costerisan for a webinar on your PPP Loan status and a step-by-step walkthrough of your loan forgiveness. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/ppp-status-updates-and-a-detailed-walkthrough-of-forgiveness/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200608T120000
DTSTAMP:20200603T203916Z
CREATED:20200603T203909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200603T203916Z
UID:10002617-1591614000-1591617600@www.sbam.org
SUMMARY:Hidden Stimulus:  NOLs\, ELLs\, and Refunds. What to do Before the Year Closes.
DESCRIPTION:Everyone has heard about PPP\, but there’s more in the CARES ACT.  Find out how to get a tax refund under some special provisions for the CARES Act.  Our panel will discuss the aspect of using the Net Operating Loss (NOL) carry-back provisions of CARES\, allowing businesses to use operating losses in 2018\, 2019 and 2020 to offset prior year’s income.  Watch carefully for the 2018 year\, in which the opportunity expires on June 30! \nPresenters:\nLeon LaBrecque\, JD\, CPA\, CFP\, CFA\,  Chief Growth Officer\, Sequoia Financial Group Michael Lorenz\, CPA\, JD\, Tax Partner\, Cohen & Co\, CPA James N. Lopiccolo\, CPA\, CGMA\, Owner\, Capocore Professional Advisors Terry T. Judge\, CEO\, CORE Solutions Group\, LLC \nRegister here \n 
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/hidden-stimulus-nols-ells-and-refunds-what-to-do-before-the-year-closes/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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