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Guide to Minimum Wage, Tip Credit Phase Out, and Paid Sick Leave Requirements
Beginning February 21, 2025 all small businesses operating in the State of Michigan will be subject to new minimum wage and paid sick leave requirements.
Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a U.S. federal law that went into effect on January 1, 2024. Businesses that existed prior to January 1, 2024 have a year to comply. Companies that form after the start of this year have only 90 days in which to file.
SBAM has compiled resources to help small businesses navigate the complex reporting requirements you now face.
Small Business Support Hub Grant Program
The SBSH Grant Program provides free programming, courses, events, and support designed to help your business recover from the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and help you achieve the success you seek for your business.
Qualifying as a Participant in the SBSH Grant Program is relatively easy. Simply tell us a little about your business and we will handle the rest.
December 11, 2024
Business Community Disappointed in Lame Duck Legislature’s Unemployment Tax Increase on Job Providers
Find out how the increase in unemployment insurance benefits will impact employers and the cost of the UI system in Michigan.
December 10, 2024
Lame Duck Disaster Brewing for Michigan’s Job Creators and Workers
Fixing Earned Sick Time and Minimum Wage/Tips Must Be Addressed; Stopping Tax Increases Through Employer-Funded Unemployment and Workers’ Comp, Plus Costly Regulations is Critical The Michigan Legislature is considering numerous […]
December 10, 2024
Duggan Makes Calculated Move in Running as Independent
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announces independent run for governor of Michigan, putting partisanship aside to represent the entire state.
December 11 @ 1:00 pm
FLSA Changes and Working with Exempt/Non-Exempt Classification Analysis
Participants will take a hands-on approach to determine the test specifications for Executive, Professional, Administrative, Computer Professional and Outside Sales exemptions. This course will teach participants how to identify what […]
December 11 @ 4:00 pm
Great Lakes Bay Region Owner2Owner Event
Please join us December 11, 2024 at the Bavarian Inn, Frankenmuth, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. for an SBAM Owner2Owner (O2O) event! We will have a brief legislative update with […]
December 12 @ 11:00 am
What is ADR and How Can It Help Your Business Resolve Disputes Quickly and Effectively?
Join us in partnership with the American Arbitration Association to learn about ADR (alternative dispute resolution). Presenting will be attorney Thomas W. Cranmer of Miller Canfield.
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