The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), the only statewide and state-based association that focuses solely on serving the needs of Michigan’s small business community announced today that 17 new members joined in the past …
From the West Michigan Policy Forum in Grand Rapids, Michael Rogers talks with Jeff Connolly, president of West Michigan Operations and Managed Care for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan; Rick Baker, president of the …
Guest article courtesy of Michigan First Credit Union President & CEO Michael PoulosIn a difficult lending environment, many small business owners might not realize the great partnership opportunities and resources right under their nose. Local …
Michael has excerpts from a recent webinar on how international students can fill the IT and engineering talent shortage at small businesses. The webinar is sponsored by the Global Talent Retention Initiative of Southeast Michigan. …
SBAM plans to be a strong contributor to the upcoming legislative debate over Gov. Snyder’s proposal to make Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) a nonprofit mutual regulated under the Michigan insurance code. “While …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner AdvanceHRThere are many reasons why lawyers encourage employers to establish policies governing employee use of company computers, e-mail systems, the Internet, social media and related technologies. But the fact …
Earlier this morning Governor Snyder and Blue Cross Blue Shield Michigan announced an agreement that would transition BCBSM to a non-profit mutual insurance company. The governor and BCBSM expect the transition to be completed prior …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner Clark Hill PLC By Stephanie Hicks Many key provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("PPACA") become effective beginning in 2014. These include, among others, provisions for shared responsibility …
Article courtesy of Steven Strauss, theselfemployed.comCan an idea ever be protected legally?Have you ever dreamed up an idea for a product that you believe will revolutionize the industry within which you work? Ever wondered how …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Joe DeSantis Getting things done by collaborating with coworkers is what defines the successful workplace today, it seems. In fact, workplaces revere teamwork so much that the ability …
Mike Marzano has been named Grassroots Coordinator and Policy Advisor in the Government Relations Department. “This new position reflects SBAM’s commitment to focusing the power of local small businesses across the state in order to …
And, hear interviews from the Innovate Michigan! Summit 2012 conference. Listen Monday at 10 a.m. (replayed at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.) on the Michigan Business Network.Today on Business Next, Dr. Barb Fails Rafshol talks …
On Business Next, excerpts from a recent SBAM and Crain's Detroit Business webinar on the small business impact of the Affordable Care Act. The presenters are SBAM's health care expert Scott Lyon, small business benefits …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Anthony Kaylin In May 2007, David Feldman was working as a tractor operator on the day shift at a manufacturing facility then owned by Olin Corporation (Olin). Because …
SBAM is a key member of the coalition of business and taxpayer groups (Citizens Protecting Michigan's Constitution) that opposes the union bosses/collective bargaining proposal. SBAM President and CEO Rob Fowler calls the proposal "unprecedented" and says …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner AdvanceHRWith the presidential and Congressional elections looming, political discussions around the workplace can get heated. It's not uncommon for individuals to claim that their free speech rights entitle them …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy George BrownWhat does Labor Day mark? Most people will tell you, "The end of summer and the start of a new school year." Most employers will tell you, …
September 5th on Business Next, Kurt Graham, senior attorney for Clark Hill PLC, talks about drafting and enforcing effective dress code policies in your small business. Part OnePart TwoAlso, a preview of an upcoming webinar …