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SBAM Leadership Council

What is the Leadership Council?

What began as in invitation-only group over 10 years ago has now morphed into a volunteer-led council of small business owners. SBAM’s Leadership Council is comprised of all members who hold volunteer leadership positions at SBAM, from our Board of Directors to our many member-led councils and committees.

In addition to regularly held council meetings, SBAM brings the Leadership Council together three times a year for in-person events that include education and peer-to-peer connection.

  • February 18, 2027 Winter Advocacy Day at Heritage Hall
  • June 16, 2027 Leadership Council Reception in Lansing
  • October 20-23, 2027 Fall Summit on Mackinac Island
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What We Heard at the 2026 Fall Summit 

The conversations at Crystal Mountain gave us plenty to take forward. Across the Regional Council Tables and Speed Roundtables, common themes emerged around trusted relationships, navigating change, regional needs and connecting business owners with the right people and resources.

We’ve gathered the key takeaways from those conversations so you can revisit the ideas and perspectives shared throughout the Summit. The SBAM team is also reviewing what we heard to identify where we have the best opportunities to turn these ideas into action and move them forward.

View the Fall Summit Takeaways

Upcoming LC Events

Policy & Engagement Day 2027

  • February 18, 2027 at Heritage Hall in Lansing

Reception & SBAM Annual Meeting 2027

  • June 16, 2027 LC Reception – location TBD
  • June 17, 2027 SBAM Annual Meeting at Eagle Eye Golf & Banquet Center

Fall Summit 2027

  • October 20-23, 2027 on Mackinac Island

Leadership Council Merchandise Store

Want some LC swag?

There is an opportunity for Leadership Council Members to look fly at future LC events with some gear! SBAM partnered with fellow peer, Alfie Logo Gear, to bring you a store! Click the button below to head to the online store and order some LC gear or an SBAM logo Yeti!

LC Merchandise Store

SBAM Merchandise Store

Represent SBAM in Style

Looking for a new polo, quarter-zip, or other SBAM-branded apparel? Visit the SBAM Merchandise Store and shop a selection of clothing designed to help you show your support for Michigan’s small business community wherever you go.

SBAM Merchandise Store

Follow us on social!

Twitter: @SBAM

Facebook: @Small Business Association of Michigan

Instagram: @SmallBusinessAssocofMichigan

LinkedIn: @Small Business Association of Michigan

Additional Opportunities

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Contribute to the SBAM Political Action Committee (PAC)

Interested in learning more about contributing to the PAC or become a reoccurring donor? Contact SBAM’s Kelli Saunders at kelli.saunders@sbam.org for all the details.
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Attend an O2O!

There are numerous Owner2Owner (O2O) events happening throughout the year. Take a look at the Events Page to view upcoming events and invite a peer to join us!

O2O Webpage

Leadership Council Sponsors

While these meetings are for Leadership Council Members only, Sponsors are invited to be a part of the meetings as thought leaders and stakeholders in the community. If you are interested in sponsoring a Leadership Council event, please contact Winston Larson at winston.larson@sbam.org.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

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Enbridge

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Consumers Energy

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DTE

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GM

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Transamerica

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