Great Lakes Wire

Brian Calley, CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan, and Sarah Miller, Vice President of Operations, led a recent Small Business Briefing that addressed current issues affecting small businesses in Michigan. The discussion included updates on ongoing state budget negotiations and highlighted several tax changes relevant to business owners.

The briefing covered the introduction of a new marijuana wholesale tax as well as developments regarding federal-state tax decoupling. Overtime and tip income exemptions were also discussed, along with updates related to Social Security taxes.

Calley and Miller examined broader economic factors such as potential risks from a federal government shutdown, ongoing inflation trends, and forthcoming economic data releases. These topics are intended to help Michigan’s small business community better understand the policy environment they are operating in.

"Join Brian Calley, CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan, and Sarah Miller, Vice President of Operations, for a timely Small Business Briefing covering the latest state budget negotiations, key tax changes impacting small businesses, and updates on road funding. Learn about the new marijuana wholesale tax, federal-state tax decoupling, overtime and tip income exemptions, and Social Security tax updates. The briefing also explores federal shutdown risks, inflation trends, and upcoming economic data, providing essential insights for Michigan small business owners navigating today’s policy landscape," according to event organizers.

Small business owners can access additional news and resources through the association’s information channels.