Small Business Association of Michigan
Recent News About Small Business Association of Michigan
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Podcast highlights successful approach by Byrum Ace Hardware
On a recent program, Michael Rogers interviewed Jim Byrum, the owner of Byrum Ace Hardware.
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HR faces challenges with growing trend of quiet cutting in workplaces
You’ve probably heard of “quiet quitting,” but a new trend is reshaping workplaces: quiet cutting.
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Crisis management tips from viral kiss cam incident
For several days, a story involving a billion-dollar tech company and its CEO has captured public attention.
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How One Big Beautiful Bill impacts employers' taxes
With the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), several provisions will impact employers.
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How small businesses can compete with big firms for talent
In the competitive job market, small businesses often face challenges when competing with larger firms for talent.
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Small Business Briefing covers key issues affecting Michigan's economy
In the latest edition of the Small Business Briefing, Kelli Saunders and Jacob Manning provided updates on various policy issues impacting small businesses in Michigan.
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Court clarifies application of earned sick time act for union contracts
The Michigan Court of Claims has issued its first decision interpreting the state’s Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA), clarifying how the law applies to collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) that do not mention earned sick time.
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Nesbitt calls for federal probe into MEDC grant linked to Whitmer associate
Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt has called for a federal investigation into the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) concerning a $20 million grant awarded to Fay Beydoun, an associate of Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
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Michigan Senate candidates report mixed Q2 fundraising results
If the question is "Who had the best fundraising numbers among Michigan’s 2026 U.S. Senate candidates during this second quarter?"
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Ballot proposal count reaches six amid ongoing signature drives
SBAM's Vice President of Policy & Engagement, Kelli Saunders, provided an update on the current ballot proposals during this week's Small Business Briefing.
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Customer retention highlighted as key growth strategy by Michigan business expert
On a recent episode of the Small Business Association of Michigan's podcast, Michael Rogers interviewed Sara Barco, owner of TRUE Self Consulting and a VIP member of the association.
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Michigan board seeks public input on new tax affecting small businesses
The Michigan Board of State Canvassers is currently discussing the language for a ballot initiative that could introduce a new tax affecting many small business owners in Michigan.
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Invest in MI Kids faces setback over tax proposal due to procedural issue
The Board of State Canvassers has withdrawn the 100-word summary for a proposed state constitutional amendment to increase taxes on wealthy individuals to fund schools.
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Small Business Briefing: New tax legislation impacts Michigan businesses
In the latest episode of the Small Business Briefing, Brian Calley and Sarah Miller provided important updates for businesses in Michigan.
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PCORI fees due July 31: guidance for group health plans
The deadline for submitting Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fees is approaching, with a due date set for July 31.
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Small Business Association features thriving aerospace firm in podcast
On a recent episode of the Small Business Association of Michigan's weekly podcast, Michael Rogers spoke with Zack Bishop, president of 4 Flutes Machining.
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President Trump signs sweeping One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law
On July 4, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law.
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Legislature misses deadline for passing K-12 budget
As the statutory deadline of July 1 passed without any budget bills approved by the Legislature, no conference committee has been initiated.
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Small Business Association of Michigan adds four entrepreneurs to board
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) has expanded its Board of Directors with the appointment of four new small business owners.
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Judge approves AG's taint team for review of seized MEDC documents
A judge has approved the use of a taint team by the Attorney General to review documents seized from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).