LANSING, MI – The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) has recognized Battle Creek small business owner Lindsey Potter, of Bright Light Early Care & Education, as its 2026 Advocate of the Year.
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
Downsizing can be overwhelming, but with the right support, it doesn’t have to be.
The WNBA's recent salary negotiations have captured national attention, highlighting conversations about compensation, revenue sharing, and employee expectations.
On May 27, 2026, the EEOC sent a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget's Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs that would rescind the 1979 interpretative rule...
The skills employees need to succeed are changing faster than ever.
American Society of Employers (ASE), Michigan’s largest employer association supporting its members with Everything HR, has released the findings of the 2026 ASE Compensation Survey.
House Speaker Matt Hall (R-Richland Township) said during his press conference that if he can't get a budget deal with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer...
Committee testimony kicked off Wednesday on a proposal to allow multiple small business owners...
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
Strong core values and a team-first mindset are key to building a workplace where employees thrive.
After years of headlines about a cooling labor market, many employers expected recruiting to become easier.
The Small Business Association of Michigan’s Small Biz PAC today announced its initial candidate endorsements for the Michigan Senate and House of Representatives in the 2026 election.
You might have the most competitive pay structure in your industry, but if your employees don't understand it – or worse, don't trust it – it might as well not exist.
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Foundation has announced that applications are officially open for child care providers...
June is Men’s Health Month – a timely reminder for Michigan’s small business owners and employees to prioritize their health and well-being.
Leadership and stress have always gone hand in hand.
The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) will be able to award $100 million in nonrefundable tax credits a year to developers constructing affordable housing...