• Economics for Business Leaders: Practical Economic Tools to Grow Your Business

    Detroit Federal Reserve 1600 E. Warren Ave., Detroit, MI, United States

    Cost | Free

    This course opens with an evening reception at the Detroit Federal Reserve. It will educate executives on aspects of economics so they can understand how to navigate business market forces. It will provide post-election economic trend analysis from the Federal Reserve’s beige book to guide businesses as they navigate the macroeconomic landscape.

    Sales at a Crossroads: Navigating your Path to Margin & Customer Growth

    NBS Commercial Interiors 2595 Bellingham Rd, Troy, MI, United States

    Cost | Free

    Navigate the challenging sales terrain. This program identifies the threats to your margin and maps new routes to revenue. Understand market forces wreaking havoc on your margin and how to win now and in the future. In-person workshop bonuses/exercises: The Growth Flywheel, TOPO Map, and ICP Development. This course will be held at NBS Commercial […]

    How to Communicate with Different Generations in the Workplace

    Picture this: a brainstorming session where wisdom meets innovation, and experience blends seamlessly with fresh ideas. Now imagine all of that potential hindered by communication barriers between generations. In a workplace where Traditionalists, Boomers, Gen Xers, Millennials, and Gen Z collaborate daily, effective communication becomes the key to unlocking that collective power. How can we […]

    Capital Region Owner2Owner Event

    Small Business Association of Michigan 101 S Washington Sq. Ste. 900, Lansing, United States

    Please join us November 13, 2024 at the Small Business Association of Michigan office, downtown Lansing, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. for an SBAM Owner2Owner (O2O). This event will feature a Post Election Recap and and update on the minimum wage, tip credit phase out, and paid sick leave mandates with SBAM's Brian Calley, Kelli […]

    Let Her Speak

    Let Her Speak – Course Full

    Traverse Connect 202 East Grandview Parkway, Traverse City, MI, United States

    Cost | Free

    Let Her Speak will help female-identifying business leaders wanting to learn how to speak in their authentic voice and have fun doing it! This nine-session series will be held in-person at Traverse Connect (202 East Grandview Parkway, Traverse City, MI 49684), from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. The course minimum is 8 people, and the capacity is […]

    Walsh Leadership Academy (WLA): Power Problem Solving

    Walsh College 3838 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI, United States

    Cost | Free

    Unleash the leader within you! Walsh Leadership Academy is offered monthly for businesses looking to build skills on their team in leadership, so they can build an empowered team as they grow. In this session you will learn key problem-solving strategies for your business.

    Minicourse: Is it Time for a Communication Makeover?

    This course will focus on the five things companies need to do now to pivot their internal and external communications, and what companies should stop doing. We will look at what is trending in communication vehicles, some simple ways to conduct research, the pros and cons of doing it yourself or hiring pros and how […]

    The Small Business Briefing

    The Small Business Briefing

    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! Watch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom. Check out past episodes!

    HR Roundtable Discussion Series

    SBAM HR Roundtable Discussion Series

    The HR Roundtable is a collaborative forum where HR professionals gather virtually to share insights, best practices, and challenges related to managing an organization’s workforce. In this interactive setting, participants engage in open dialogue, exchanging ideas on talent acquisition, compliance, performance management, and other HR-related topics. The roundtable format encourages networking and the exchange of […]

    Anatomy of a Brand (Cohort 3)

    Anatomy of a Brand (Cohort 3)

    Cost | Free

    A dynamic 3-part workshop designed to elevate your business's brand presence. Dive into branding, learn how it differs from marketing & advertising, and uncover what makes you not just distinguishable, but remarkable! Engage in interactive sessions to refine your strategy and have confidence in communicating who you are and what you sell. This course will […]

    Designing and Updating Employee Handbooks

    Cost | Free

    Participants will receive instruction on standard and optional policies to include in an employee handbook. The course will discuss layout tips that will help keep update work to a minimum. This course will be held virtually on November 19, 2024, from 1:00pm to 4:30pm. Capacity is limited to 18 people.  Exclusively for Small Business Support […]

    Artificial Intelligence and LLMs for Business – Challenges and Opportunities for Growth

    Walsh College 3838 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI, United States

    Cost | Free

    AI is promising to transform how business is done, making processes more efficient, leveraging existing workers, and even enhancing customer-relationship-management and marketing effectiveness. This course will explore pros and cons of AI and help businesses navigate this inevitable change.