Small Business Association of Michigan

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Ready to network and play golf? Join us at our annual golf outing for a day of connections and friendly competition. Register now and support Michigan’s small business community. https://bit.ly/45NkzGk

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Welcome to Our New SBAM Board of Directors! Help us give a warm welcome to the newest members of the Small Business Association of Michigan's Board of Directors, to be led by Board Chair Erick Stewart of LAGNIAPPE Global Consulting! Their expertise, passion, and dedication to small business success will undoubtedly drive us forward. https://bit.ly/4eToFB0

On Wednesday, July 24, join expert attorneys from Mavacy Law Firm to discuss best practices to safeguard your small business legally. Michael S. Melfi, John Mashni, and Karolina Powalka will explain how to protect your company from common legal issues and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This is the first in a series of four monthly webinars presented by the Mavacy team. Future webinars will cover legal contracts, succession planning, and intellectual property.

Catch up on today’s edition of #TheSmallBusinessBriefing, featuring: 🔹 Special guest Andy Holtgreive with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan 🔹 SBAM’s Small Biz PAC endorsements 🔹 Election updates 🔹 Good news for the Upper Peninsula https://bit.ly/4cSVOeh

Join the Eisenberg Family Depression Center at the University of Michigan for the fifth annual Workplace Mental Health Conference Wednesday, August 7, 2024. This half-day virtual event explores real-world solutions to improve worker well-being. This annual event brings together employers across sectors looking to improve how their organizations address employee mental health. Whether you’re an HR professional, a C-suite executive, or just passionate about employee mental health, you’ll gain valuable insights to help you create a healthier workplace. CEs and SHRM PDCs are available. Register now to join the conversation! depressioncenter.org/wmhc #workplacementalhealth #workplacewellness #umichWMHC

Small businesses face unique challenges in accessing talent. Join SBAM’s Vice President of Policy & Engagement Kelli Saunders on Tuesday, July 23rd from 8-10 a.m. at the Grand Rapids Chamber to hear how small and mid-size businesses expanded their talent pool with international talent. Click now to register. https://bit.ly/3xxSndW

Please join SBAM at our annual golf outing to benefit the SBAM Foundation. Register now for early bird pricing! Registration includes: continental breakfast items, range balls, lunch, and appetizers/beverage during the reception.