BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SBAM | Small Business Association of Michigan - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SBAM | Small Business Association of Michigan X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.sbam.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SBAM | Small Business Association of Michigan REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230907T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230907T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002952-1694098800-1694100600@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-09-07/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230911T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230911T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002953-1694444400-1694446200@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-09-11/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230912T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230912T113000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230810T183411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T151047Z UID:10003274-1694516400-1694518200@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Secure 2.0: Four Key Changes for Retirement Plans DESCRIPTION:Join SBAM’s Approved Partners\, TransAmerica and Graystone Consulting – Farmington Hills\, a business of Morgan Stanley\, as well as special guest Sue Walton\, Senior Retirement Strategist at Capital Group\, as we discuss Secure 2.0: Four Key Changes for Retirement Plans. \nBroadly speaking\, this legislation should help more people save more money for the future. While much of the new law aims to encourage small businesses to launch retirement plans\, these recent provisions could help established plans improve participant outcomes by increasing the number of covered employees\, encouraging higher levels of savings\, and minimizing leakage of plan assets. \nLearn what we consider to be four particularly meaningful areas and potential next steps for plan sponsors. \nTuesday\, September 12th \n11 am – 11:30 am \nRegister here!\n  URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/secure-2-0-four-key-changes-for-retirement-plans/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Event-Page-Secure-2-0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230914T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230914T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230522T152817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T143600Z UID:10003383-1694680200-1694707200@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:2023 SBAM Golf Outing Benefiting the SBAM Foundation DESCRIPTION:Online registration has closed. Please contact Cher Esch if you are interested in attending. \nOnsite Program \nJoin SBAM for our annual golf outing to benefit the SBAM Foundation and its work in advancing an entrepreneurial economy in Michigan. This outing includes continental breakfast\, range balls\, golf + cart\, lunch at the turn with a drink ticket\, and appetizers during the awards ceremony. \nRegistration begins at 8:30am \nShotgun start is 9:30am \nSponsorship Opportunities:\nIf you’re interested in sponsoring this outing\, please reach out to Heather Hamilton or Lori Birman for details. \n \n  URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/2023-sbam-golf-outing/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Facebook-Option-1-e1690897286776.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230914T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230914T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002954-1694703600-1694705400@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-09-14/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230918T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230918T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002955-1695049200-1695051000@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-09-18/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230921T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230921T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002956-1695308400-1695310200@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-09-21/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230921T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230921T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230803T142740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T211358Z UID:10003270-1695312000-1695319200@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Greater Washtenaw Region Owner2Owner Event DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 21st for a regional Owner2Owner (O2O) event at UTEC IT\, LLC\, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. \nThese O2O Regional Events are for small business owners only. They allow small business owners to build a sense of community in their region and gather together with other small business owners. Each regional meeting will feature components of education\, small business advocacy awareness and networking. You do not have to be a member of SBAM to attend this meeting. \nClick here to Register!\n  \nRegional Sponsors\n \nUTEC IT\, LLC – Office Technology Solutions \n \nEffectv \n \nLake Trust Credit Union URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/washtenaw-region-owner2owner-event-2/ LOCATION:UTEC IT\, LLC\, 1995 Highland Drive\, Suite C\, Ann Arbor\, 48108 CATEGORIES:O2O Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/O2O-Logo-e1689609269314.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230925T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230925T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002957-1695654000-1695655800@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-09-25/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230829T125737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T204609Z UID:10003394-1695812400-1695816000@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Business Owner Community Conversation in Ironwood DESCRIPTION:There are unique challenges to doing business in border communities. The Small Business Association of Michigan wants to learn from business owners in your area to determine how we can best advocate for you and your team. \nJoin us at our upcoming business community conversation where SBAM President & CEO Brian Calley will lead a discussion. Representative Greg Markkanen will join if the legislature is not in session. \nSeptember 27\, 2023\n11am – Noon CST\nStormy Kromer\n1238 Wall St\, Ironwood \nWe’re convening local business owners for an open dialogue about opportunities\, challenges\, policies and more that have an impact on the overall success of your small business. \nQuestions? Please contact Jacob Manning\, Grassroots Coordinator and Policy Advisor\, at jacob.manning@sbam.org or 517-267-2201. \nYes! I’d like to attend.\n\n\n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name*Last Name*Title*Business Name*Email Address*Address\, City\, ZIP*\n* Indicates Required Fields URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/business-owner-community-conversation-in-ironwood/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/September-27.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230927T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230927T123000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230918T124112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T131056Z UID:10003396-1695814200-1695817800@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Value of Group Specialty Benefits for SBAM Members DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 27th from 11:30 AM until 12:30 PM to learn more about the features and services available with our exclusive Group life and disability insurance products from Dearborn Life Insurance Company\, which are offered as Group Specialty Benefits in cooperation with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. \nSBAM provides access to insurance for small businesses while saving you time\, money\, and simplifying your ability to offer employee benefit plans. Our affordable and flexible plans allow your company to offer a complete employment package that will attract and retain the talented employees that you need to build a successful team. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! \nWednesday\, September 27th \n11:30 am – 12:30 pm \nRegister here! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-value-of-group-specialty-benefits-for-sbam-members/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Specialty-Benefits-Webinar-Graphic-091823.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230927T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230927T183000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230825T153833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T181835Z UID:10003392-1695832200-1695839400@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Above the Bridge DESCRIPTION:Join SBAM and Marketing Department Inc. (MDI) in Houghton! \nSeptember 27\, 2023\n4:30pm – 6:30pm\nThe Observatory Lounge\, Hampton Inn & Suites\, 7th Floor\nHoughton\, MI \nSBAM President & CEO Brian Calley will be joined by MDI’s Karyn Olsson for a legislative update and discussion on issues impacting small businesses in manufacturing\, aerospace\, research and defense\, in the Keweenaw Peninsula. \n  \nRegister Here!\n\nThank you to our sponsors\n \n  \n  URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/above-the-bridge/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Above-the-Bridge-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T083000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230816T194341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T195216Z UID:10003286-1695884400-1695889800@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Wake Up Keweenaw Breakfast & Speaker Series DESCRIPTION:SBAM is proud to be part of the Wake Up Keweenaw Breakfast and Speaker Series on Thursday\, September 28th! If you’d like to join us in attendance\, please email info@keweenaw.org \nThis event will feature SBAM President & CEO Brian Calley\, who will give a legislative update regarding proposed legislation currently being considered in Lansing. \nBonfire Banquet Room\n408 Montezuma Avenue\nHoughton\, MI URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/wake-up-keweenaw-breakfast-speaker-series/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/SBAM-WAKE-UP-KEWEENAW-SEPT-e1692215529493.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230816T194831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T172556Z UID:10003288-1695900600-1695906000@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:SBAM & Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Meet & Greet Luncheon DESCRIPTION:This meet & greet will feature SBAM’s President & CEO Brian Calley and a brief legislative update regarding proposed legislation currently being considered in Lansing. Pizza will be provided so come hungry! \n11:30 am – 1:00 pm\nBaraga County Chamber Office Boardroom \nRegister Here URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/sbam-baraga-county-chamber-of-commerce-meet-greet-luncheon/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CoC-Meet-and-Greet.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002958-1695913200-1695915000@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-09-28/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230803T194828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T211641Z UID:10003272-1695916800-1695924000@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Upper Peninsula Region Owner2Owner Event DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 28th for a regional Owner2Owner (O2O) event at Barrel + Beam in Marquette\, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. \nThese O2O Regional Events are for small business owners only. They allow small business owners to build a sense of community in their region and gather together with other small business owners. Each regional meeting will feature components of education\, small business advocacy awareness and networking. You do not have to be a member of SBAM to attend this meeting. \nClick here to Register!\n  \nInterested in sponsoring this region?\nPlease contact SBAM’s Lori Birman at lori.birman@sbam.org. URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/marquette-region-owner2owner-event/ LOCATION:Barrel + Beam\, 260 Northwoods Rd\, Marquette\, MI\, 48955\, United States CATEGORIES:O2O Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/O2O-Logo-e1689609269314.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230929T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230929T133000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230816T195805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T202744Z UID:10003390-1695988800-1695994200@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:SBAM Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) and Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce (GINCC)\, the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) will be holding membership-based Lunch and Learn. \nThis is an LSCP and GINCC member exclusive event.  \n12:00 – 1:00 p.m. – Join us for lunch and listen to an update from SBAM President & CEO Brian Calley.\n1:00 – 1:30 p.m. – Enjoy networking and debriefing the Lunch and Learn discussion. \nNorthern Michigan University Classroom\, located in Collaborative Economic Development Space on 2nd floor of 101 W Washington St in Marquette. \nDetails & Registration URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/sbam-lunch-learn/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/LSCP-GINCC-Graphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231002T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231002T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002959-1696258800-1696260600@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-10-02/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231005T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231005T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002960-1696518000-1696519800@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-10-05/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231009T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231009T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002961-1696863600-1696865400@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-10-09/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231012T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231012T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002962-1697122800-1697124600@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-10-12/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231016T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231016T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002963-1697468400-1697470200@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-10-16/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231018T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231018T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230914T184145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T184227Z UID:10003395-1697623200-1697626800@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Smart Marketing on a Budget DESCRIPTION:Essential marketing tips for small business owners\, presented by Ayesha Qureshi\, the Founder of Q Line Media LLC. \nJoin SBAM and expert presenter Ayesha Qureshi for a dynamic webinar featuring tips and tricks to help you become smarter at marketing … on a budget. Topics will include: \n\nThe Importance of Strategy & Goals\nContent Marketing\nSocial Media Hacks\nEmail Marketing\nPublic Relations & Networking\nLeveraging Online Reviews & Testimonials\nDIY Free Tools & Resources\n\nRegister Now URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/webinar-smart-marketing-on-a-budget/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Smart-Marketing-on-a-Budget-e1694716939307.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T133000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230928T141233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T211334Z UID:10003398-1697720400-1697722200@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity Roundtable for Leaders of Small and Medium-sized Businesses \n\nNo one is better equipped to address the unique cybersecurity challenges that business leaders face than business leaders themselves. That’s why for this year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month\, SensCy is showcasing the perspectives of prominent industry leaders and SBAM members who have dramatically transformed their companies’ cybersecurity over the last year: Milan Gandhi\, CEO of Med-share Inc.\, and Breanne Stuart\, CEO of Homewatch Caregivers of Southeast Michigan. \n\n\n\nDuring a 30-minute webinar\, SensCy CEO Rick Sndyer will lead a roundtable discussion with Milan and Breanne to explore how and why they chose to put themselves in the driver’s seat of managing their companies’ cyber risks. \n\n\n\nRegister Now URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/cybersecurity-roundtable/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/SensCy-Roundtable-3-e1696540404770.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002964-1697727600-1697729400@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-10-19/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231023T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231023T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230822T172440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T174248Z UID:10003391-1698058800-1698062400@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Business Owner Community Conversation in Lenawee DESCRIPTION:There are unique challenges to doing business in border communities. The Small Business Association of Michigan wants to learn from business owners in your area to determine how we can best advocate for you and your team. \nJoin us at our upcoming business community conversation where SBAM President & CEO Brian Calley will lead a discussion featuring Senator Joe Bellino\, Jr. \nMonday\, October 23rd\n11am-Noon\nLenawee Now (Lenawee Economic Development Corporation)\n5285 US-223\nAdrian\, MI 49221 \nWe’re convening local business owners for an open dialogue about opportunities\, challenges\, policies and more that have an impact on the overall success of your small business. \nQuestions? Please contact Jacob Manning\, Grassroots Coordinator and Policy Advisor\, at jacob.manning@sbam.org or 517-267-2201. \nYes! I’d like to attend.\n\n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name*Last Name*Title*Business Name*Email Address*Address\, City\, ZIP*\n* Indicates Required Fields URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/business-owner-community-conversation-in-lenawee/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/MicrosoftTeams-image-9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231023T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231023T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20200622T173204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T223743Z UID:10002965-1698073200-1698075000@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:The Small Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Briefing airs Mondays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller\, along with special guests!\n\n\nWatch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. \nCheck out past episodes! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/the-small-business-briefing-2/2023-10-23/ CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Sponsored-By.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231023T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231023T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230815T211658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T150921Z UID:10003282-1698076800-1698084000@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Greater Oakland Region Owner2Owner Event DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 23rd for a regional Owner2Owner (O2O) event at Brown Iron Brewhouse Royal Oak from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. \nThese O2O Regional Events are for small business owners only. They allow small business owners to build a sense of community in their region and gather together with other small business owners. \n\nThis complimentary event is designed to foster purpose-driven networking and connect you with your small business peers in and around the greater Oakland area including Livingston\, Genesee\, Lapeer and Macomb. Not only will you have the opportunity to network with fellow entrepreneurs\, but you will also get the chance to meet SBAM’s President & CEO\, Brian Calley and Senator Mallory McMorrow\, District 8. \n\n\n\n\n\nSenator McMorrow and Brian will host a brief conversation discussing recent legislative changes and budget items of interest for small business in the Oakland County area.\n\n\nEach regional meeting will feature components of education\, small business advocacy awareness and networking. You do not have to be a member of SBAM to attend this meeting.\nClick here to Register!\n  \nInterested in regional sponsorship?\nContact SBAM’s Lori Birman for more information at lori.birman@sbam.org. URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/oakland-region-owner2owner-event/ LOCATION:Brown Iron Brewhouse Royal Oak\, 30955 Woodward Ave Suite 510\, Royal Oak\, MI\, 48073 CATEGORIES:O2O Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/O2O-Logo-e1689609269314.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231024T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231024T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230825T190724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T154809Z UID:10003393-1698147000-1698152400@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:VIP/Elite Member Luncheon: Civility in the Supreme Court DESCRIPTION:SBAM VIP or Elite member are invited to join us at our upcoming VIP/Elite Luncheon featuring our esteemed guests Supreme Court Chief Justice Beth Clement and Supreme Court Justice Megan Cavanagh in a discussion moderated by SBAM’s Brian Calley.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 24\, 2023\n\n\n11:30am – 1:00pm\n\n\nEast Lansing\n\n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\nVIP and Elite members receive one complimentary ticket. If you’d like to bring one guest\, tickets are available for $65.00. Just follow the prompts while registering.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in becoming a VIP or Elite member to gain access to this exclusive event\, please reach out to SBAM at membership@sbam.org. URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/vip-elite-member-luncheon-civility-in-the-supreme-court/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Copy-of-Blue-and-Orange-Modern-Professional-Business-Meeting-Invitation-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027 DTSTAMP:20260407T123357 CREATED:20230811T184017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T184017Z UID:10003276-1698192000-1698364799@www.sbam.org SUMMARY:Women's Health in the Workplace: A National Symposium DESCRIPTION:The Economic Alliance for Michigan has invited SBAM members to attend the Women’s Health in the Workplace National Symposium\, October 25-26 as their guests\, at the Sheraton Detroit Metro Airport Conference Center in Romulus\, Michigan. \nUse promocode WHWFREE23 for your complimentary registration. CLICK HERE to register now! \nNearly two million women left the workforce since the onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Burnout was one of the leading causes. Women are dealing with stress at the office and at home. In a recent study\, 88 percent of women say they work full-time\, and half of the women surveyed said they are the primary caregiver on the home front. \nThe Symposium will focus on ways to improve women’s health and wellbeing in the workplace and beyond and address the issue of burnout – perfect for employers\, human resource professionals\, and purchasers of healthcare. \nOther topics include: \n\nBreaking the Stigma of Talking About Women’s Health\nWork/Life Balance\nFamily Planning\nSupport for the Healthcare Decisionmaker\nLegislative Policy Actions\nWomenopause\nThe “Fourth” Trimester\n\nRegister for this one-of-kind event today. Use promocode WHWFREE23 for your complimentary registration. CLICK HERE to register now! URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/womens-health-in-the-workplace-a-national-symposium/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sbam.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/women-health-at-work.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR