Small Business Association of Michigan
Recent News About Small Business Association of Michigan
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Speaker Matt Hall says legislative gridlock eases as Senate advances more House-sponsored bills
House Speaker Matt Hall (R-Richland Township) stated Wednesday that the legislative impasse with Senate Democrats has been resolved after the Senate passed five House bills.
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Northern Michigan lawmakers split over pace of $100M ice storm relief bill
Northern Michigan lawmakers are divided over the speed at which financial relief should be delivered to communities impacted by ice storms in March.
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Small Business Association of Michigan reviews state economic trends in latest briefing
Brian Calley and Sarah Miller from the Small Business Association of Michigan led a discussion on Michigan’s economic outlook, focusing on unemployment trends, labor force participation, and how national economic indicators affect local businesses.
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Small Business Association of Michigan features 100mL founder on podcast
Kate Cervini, founder of 100mL and an Elite member of the Small Business Association of Michigan, recently spoke about her company’s approach to travel-sized personal care products.
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The rise of fractional human resources changes workforce management for modern businesses
The business world is seeing a shift in how companies manage their human resources needs.
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Michigan businesses urged to rethink marketing strategies amid changing market conditions
Many small and mid-sized business owners in Michigan are questioning the effectiveness of their marketing efforts, according to an article by Karyn Olsson originally published in SBAM’s July/August 2025 issue of FOCUS magazine.
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Michigan leaders debate redirecting gas tax revenue as schools express concern
Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks has expressed support for directing all state tax revenue collected at gas pumps toward road improvements, according to her spokesperson.
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Small Business Association of Michigan reviews key economic issues for August 2025
Brian Calley and Kelli Saunders from the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) discussed several economic topics relevant to Michigan’s small businesses in the latest episode of The Small Business Briefing.
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Small Business Association of Michigan highlights retirement savings options for entrepreneurs
Small business owners in Michigan often focus on growing their businesses and managing daily operations, but many do not prioritize saving for retirement.
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DTE stresses importance of safe digging practices ahead of Michigan's 811 Day
Michael Rogers interviewed Jonathan Wilson, a regional representative for DTE, about the importance of 811 Day in Michigan, which takes place on August 11.
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Small Business Association of Michigan outlines budget priorities amid Lansing negotiations
As Michigan lawmakers begin their annual budget discussions, the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) is outlining its priorities for small business support in the state.
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How businesses can create effective merger & acquisition communication plans
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can significantly change the direction of a business.
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Invest In MI Kids allowed to collect signatures despite Board deadlock over ballot language
Republicans and Democrats on Michigan’s Board of State Canvassers reached an impasse Thursday over the 100-word summary for the “Tax The Rich” constitutional amendment proposal.
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Small Business Briefing reviews tax proposal, healthcare costs, and economic outlook
Brian Calley and Sarah Miller hosted the latest edition of the Small Business Briefing, focusing on issues affecting small business owners in Michigan.
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Michigan gubernatorial fundraising highlights reliance on ActBlue and out-of-state donors
Campaign finance reports released Friday show that Democratic gubernatorial candidates in Michigan are relying heavily on ActBlue and out-of-state small-dollar contributions.
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Employers weigh strategies for multi-state handbook compliance
Employers operating in multiple states are encountering challenges as they develop policies that comply with a growing number of state-specific regulations.
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New survey highlights growing issue of 'quiet cracking' affecting employee engagement
A recent survey has identified a new workplace trend called "quiet cracking," which refers to a gradual decline in employee satisfaction, motivation, and productivity.
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House removes Rep. Alabas Farhat as appropriations vice chair after key parole bill vote
House Speaker Matt Hall (R-Richland Township) has removed Representative Alabas Farhat (D-Dearborn) from his role as Minority Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Committee.
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Small Business Briefing covers HR tools, legislative updates, and disaster aid
The latest edition of the Small Business Briefing, hosted by Kelli Saunders and Sarah Miller, provided updates relevant to small business owners in Michigan.
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Guidance updated on workplace recording rules after recent NLRB decisions
With the widespread use of cell phones and listening devices, employers are facing new challenges in managing situations where employees record conversations at work.