Small and mid-sized businesses face steep competition for talent, often without the resources of larger firms. With turnover rates nearing 30% and high costs associated with replacing employees, the need for intentional talent strategies is …
Center for Social Enterprise Development is sponsored by Small Business Association of Michigan and Incompass MichiganLansing, MI – Michigan-based, mission-locked small businesses can now apply for resources to aid in […]
On June 17 the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit issued Kean v. Brinker International, Inc., an opinion that reverses...
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, House Speaker Matt Hall (R-Richland Township) and Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) talked with each other Wednesday in pairs as the leaders started laying the groundwork for a compromise on the K-12 portion of the …
The Attorney General’s office executed search warrants Wednesday on the downtown Lansing headquarters of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation in what is presumably related to state grants managed by the quasi-governmental entity.
LANSING, Mich. – While Michigan residents are paying increasingly more for healthcare services, major hospital systems are...
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
On today’s program, Michael talks with Lisa Cooper, the founder and chief people officer for Cooper People Group, a company recently honored as a member of the Michigan 50 Companies to Watch for 2025.
We all handle stressful situations differently. Some of us like to get moving to clear our head, like going for a walk or run. Others might opt for more of a hands-on activity—like baking, knitting, …
From the service dog to the emotional support peacock and ferret, employers are receiving more requests from employees who want to bring these animals to work.
C2025 has marked a year of change for Michigan’s political landscape, as split government has slowed the pace of legislation, and has made it difficult to find consensus. Amidst these challenges for legislative leaders, one …
Changes in Michigan’s unemployment law went into effect in early April and will result in higher payments by reimbursing employers to the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA).
Among many other things, summer brings a wave of high school, college, and graduate students connecting with employers to gain valuable, hands-on experience through internship programs.
Every June, the U.S. observes National Safety Month, a campaign led by the National Safety Council to focus on reducing leading causes of injury and death in the workplace, on the roads, and in our …
The Small Business Association of Michigan has recognized small business veteran Cynthia Kay for her dedication to small businesses in Michigan by honoring her with their 2025 Founders Award.
The Small Business Association of Michigan has named veteran reporter David Eggert as its 2025 Communicator of the Year. SBAM’s Communicator of the Year honor awards a reporter whose work has a significant impact on …
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) has recognized Mark Ware, CEO of Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island, as its 2025 Advocate of the Year.
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) has honored Rep. Carol Glanville of West Michigan as a 2025 Legislator of the Year.