• Webinar: Implications of New Minimum Wage & Paid Sick Leave Requirements

    Beginning February 21, 2025 all small businesses operating in the State of Michigan will be subject to new minimum wage and paid sick leave requirements. These rules are the result of a decision by the Michigan Supreme Court on July 31, 2024. Join SBAM President & CEO Brian Calley and Warner Norcross + Judd Partner […]

    Walsh Leadership Academy (WLA): Authority to Lead

    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 about the principles of leadership and influencing teams for action.

    Capital Region Owner2Owner Event

    Tiny Bit of Wood 507 E Shiawassee St, Lansing, MI, United States

    Please join us August 8, 2024 at Tiny Bit of Wood in Lansing from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. for an SBAM Owner2Owner (O2O) event! Attendees will have the opportunity to experience hands-on woodworking during the event! Tiny Bit of Wood is a first-generation woodworking school. These O2O Regional Events are for small business owners only. […]

    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!

    Leadership Roundtable Discussion Series

    Leadership Roundtable Discussion Series

    THE LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE SERIES AVAILABLE SPOTS HAVE BEEN FILLED. PLEASE REGISTER TO JOIN THE WAITLIST. The Leadership Development Roundtable is a dynamic and collaborative group dedicated to exploring innovative approaches and best practices in cultivating effective leaders. This forum serves as a nexus for sharing insights and strategies on nurturing leadership qualities. From identifying emerging […]

    2024 SBAM Annual Golf Outing

    Medalist Golf Club 15701 N-Drive N, Marshall, Michigan

    Online registration has closed. Please contact Cher Esch to register. Outing Program   No refunds after August 1, 2024. Replacements are always welcome. The SBAM Foundation is a 501c3 organization. Please check with your tax advisor on expense deductibility. 2024 SBAM Annual Golf Outing program (5)

    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!

    SBAM Agent Webinar: Small Group – A Look Ahead to 2025

    Are you interested in having strategies on delivering your renewals for the 2025 season? We know that business owners and our agent partners are feeling the pressure to be innovative in their benefit offerings. During this webinar, we will discuss tangible details that will help you not only deliver renewals but deliver solutions to your […]

    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!

    Process Improvement Essentials

    Cost | Free

    Participants will learn and be prepared to practice process improvement methods including: process mapping, 5S workplace organization, identification and elimination of waste, error-proofing, standardization of work, and process verification. This course will be held virtually on August 27, 2024, from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Capacity is limited to 22 people.  Exclusively for Small Business Support Hub […]

    State of Michigan Contracting 101

    Representatives from the State of Michigan Procurement will review how to bid on State of Michigan contracts. Speakers will review the basics of how to do business with the state and will include information on a new initiative geared towards increasing opportunities for Geographically Disadvantaged Business Enterprises.

    Experience the Power of Connection

    Networking isn't just about business cards; it's about building meaningful connections. Derek Dickow’s "Experience the Power of Connection" Bootcamp introduces the Five Pillars of Purpose-Driven Networking. Through engaging stories, personal anecdotes, and actionable advice, Derek shares his proven formula for cultivating lasting connections. This course will be held at the Cambria Hotel in Detroit (600 […]