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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-2-2/2024-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240808T083000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Implications of New Minimum Wage & Paid Sick Leave Requirements
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThese rules are the result of a decision by the Michigan Supreme Court on July 31\, 2024. \nJoin SBAM President & CEO Brian Calley and Warner Norcross + Judd Partner Allyson Terpsma to learn more about the impact of this ruling and what employers should do to prepare for the changes.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/webinar-implications-of-new-minimum-wage-paid-sick-leave-requirements/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240808T150000
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SUMMARY:Walsh Leadership Academy (WLA): Authority to Lead
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\nThis series will be held in-person at Walsh College (3838 Livernois Rd\, Troy\, MI 48083) every month from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. The course minimum is 5 people\, and the capacity is limited to 30 people. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExclusively for Small Business Support Hub Grant Participants.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/walsh-leadership-academy-wla-authority-to-lead/
LOCATION:Walsh College\, 3838 Livernois Rd\, Troy\, MI\, 48083\, United States
CATEGORIES:SBAM Foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240808T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240808T180000
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SUMMARY:Capital Region Owner2Owner Event
DESCRIPTION: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! \nAttendees will have the opportunity to experience hands-on woodworking during the event! Tiny Bit of Wood is a first-generation woodworking school. \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. \n\n\n\nRegional Sponsors\n \nBlue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan \n  \n \nMEDC \n  \n \nConsumers Credit Union \n 
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/capital-region-owner2owner-event-3-2/
LOCATION:Tiny Bit of Wood\, 507 E Shiawassee St\, Lansing\, MI\, 48912\, United States
CATEGORIES:O2O Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240812T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240812T153000
DTSTAMP:20240827T175907Z
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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-2-2-2/2024-08-12/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240814T100000
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SUMMARY:Leadership Roundtable Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:THE LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE SERIES AVAILABLE SPOTS HAVE BEEN FILLED. PLEASE REGISTER TO JOIN THE WAITLIST. \nThe 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 talents and methods of coaching to fostering a culture that nurtures continuous growth\, this roundtable creates a supportive environment where participants collectively contribute to shaping the future of leadership within their organizations and beyond. \nAdaptive Leadership\nAn adaptive leadership style is crucial to navigate diverse situations and be more effective. Peers will discuss ways leaders show up in diverse and dynamic environments and can comment on flexibility and different leadership styles and approaches including how to utilize multiple styles to become a more resilient leader. \nEffective Communication Skills\nPeers will discuss ways to foster open\, clear\, and empathetic communication within their teams and organizations. Share best practices on active listening\, constructive feedback\, different communication styles\, and how they affect employees’ preferences and cultural backgrounds. \nTeam Building\nWhat makes an effective\, high-performing team? Peers will discuss and share strategies on what makes a great team. Discussion will include items on accountability\, fostering trust\, handling conflict\, psychological safety\, and aligning with organizational goals. \nFacilitated by our partner\, American Society of Employers\, six meetings are scheduled every eight weeks and will be held from 9 am until 10 am. \nLeadership & Development Roundtable Meeting Schedule: \nTuesday\, June 18th\nWednesday\, August 14th\nTuesday\, October 8th\nWednesday\, December 4th\nTuesday\, January 28th\nWednesday\, March 26th
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/leadership-roundtable-discussion-series/2024-08-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240815T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240815T160000
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SUMMARY:2024 SBAM Annual Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Online registration has closed. Please contact Cher Esch to register. \nOuting Program \n  \nNo 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. \n2024 SBAM Annual Golf Outing program (5)
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/2024-sbam-annual-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Medalist Golf Club\, 15701 N-Drive N\, Marshall\, Michigan\, 49068
CATEGORIES:SBAM Foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240819T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240819T153000
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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-2-2-2/2024-08-19/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240826T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240826T121500
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SUMMARY:SBAM Agent Webinar: Small Group – A Look Ahead to 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in having strategies on delivering your renewals for the 2025 season?\n\nWe 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 small business customers.\n\nPresenters:\n\n\nMichelle Beebe\, SBAM Chief Revenue Officer\n\n\nCarrie Ottenweller\, BCBSM Director of Small Group Sales and External Distribution\n\n\nAmanda Bobrovetski\, BCBSM Director\, Small Group Sales & Service Michigan Business\n\nThis webinar will be recorded and made available to all registrants and posted for on-demand viewing.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/sbam-agent-webinar-small-group-a-look-ahead-to-2025/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240826T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240826T153000
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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-2-2-2/2024-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Briefing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240827T160000
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SUMMARY:Process Improvement Essentials
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\nThis course will be held virtually on August 27\, 2024\, from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Capacity is limited to 22 people.  \n\n\n\nExclusively for Small Business Support Hub Grant Participants.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/process-improvement-essentials/
CATEGORIES:SBAM Foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240827T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240827T120000
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SUMMARY:State of Michigan Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/state-of-michigan-contracting-101/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240828T170000
DTSTAMP:20240807T130758Z
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SUMMARY:Experience the Power of Connection
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\nThis course will be held at the Cambria Hotel in Detroit (600 W. Lafayette Blvd.\, Detroit\, MI 48226) on August 28\, from 8:00am to 5:00pm. The course minimum is 10 people\, and the capacity is limited to 50 people.\n\n\n\n\nExclusively for Small Business Support Hub Grant Participants.
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/experience-the-power-of-connection-2/
CATEGORIES:SBAM Foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240828T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240828T180000
DTSTAMP:20240806T131919Z
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SUMMARY:Kent Region Owner2Owner Event
DESCRIPTION:Please join us August 28\, 2024 at 1 Bold Step in Grand Rapids from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. for an SBAM Owner2Owner (O2O) event! \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. \n\n\n\nRegional Sponsors\n \nBlue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan \n  \n \nMEDC \n  \n \nConsumers Credit Union \n  \n \nAmerican Society of Employers \n 
URL:https://www.sbam.org/event/kent-region-owner2owner-event-4/
LOCATION:1 Bold Step\, 1255 Front Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:O2O Events
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