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Brian Calley, President and CEO of Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM). New Entrepreneurship Score Card shows Michigan losing edge in new business openings, employment tightening

Come February 21, 2025, all Michigan businesses will be required to convert to a sick time accrual system for their employees. An associated bill in Lansing would also change the pay scale for tipped-wage employees.Both have the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) concerned, particularly about what it sees as parts of the sick time proposal which do not require an employee to give notice when they call off - or substantiate their absence for several days."It's going to be extremely difficult to manage, given what this will require," former Michigan Lt. Governor and SBAM CEO Brian Calley tells Community Matters. "There is no other state in the country who has implemented a paid sick leave requirement...with this many controls."Calley sheds more light on both proposals in this discussion, which could have changes made by the lame duck Michigan Legislature before the end of 2024.Episode ResourcesSBAM ESTA, Tipped Wage and Minimum Wage Resource GuideState of MIchigan ESTA InformationBridge Michigan: As Michigan minimum wage fight rages, bipartisan plan would keep tipped rateABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERSFormer WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays at 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.

Is the much ballyhooed 2015 income tax rollback scheme unconstitutional? Steve Liedel of the Dykema law firm says it is and the Governor can declare it so. Former Lt. Gov. Brian Calley, the CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), disputes that claim. Hear why he's pushing for an income tax cut.  And Sen. Jeremy Moss tackles a potpourri of subjects on this week's edition, including the future of immediate effect in the Senate and the early presidential primary.

“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how made them feel.” Maya Angelou Tune in for Food First Michigan this Sunday at 9 PM to hear from Dr. Phil Knight, Gerry Brisson, president and CEO of Gleaners Community Food Bank, and Rob Fowler, CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM). Rob has served as president and CEO of SBAM for over 20 years and has been an exceptional leader during his tenure. SBAM has grown significantly in size and influence as stands in the gap for small business owners and families across the state. Rob has announced his retirement beginning in the New Year, with Brian Calley becoming SBAM's new president and CEO. Phil, Gerry, and Rob discuss the “Fowlerisms” from Rob throughout the years on Food First Michigan. One of Rob's most profound “Fowlerisms” being, ‘the fastest way out of poverty is entrepreneurship – the sheerest way out is education.' Many of us see “Help Wanted” signs in storefronts as of late, and it's a GOOD thing! Prior to the pandemic, people many were working 2-3 jobs making $10-$12/hour, but are now working less jobs and making $15-$17/hour. Rob is changemaker – him and his team worked tirelessly to increase the minimum wage for our fellow Michiganders. Although Rob is retiring from SBAM, there is no doubt that he will continue to use his one handful of life to better those around him. Who Wins When We Win? This is a saying you have heard often on Food First Michigan. We've outlined how education, healthcare, and our communities all win. And, how businesses win when food insecurity is no longer an issue. Healthier and happier people being de-stressed about the basic needs, enables them to be more and highly productive members of a team. Taking hunger off of the table for employees means greater profits for companies, big or small. Find this episode and all past Food First Michigan episodes at foodfirstmi.org, on Apple Podcasts, or iHeartRadio. Apple Podcasts --> https://apple.co/38UUpFk iHeartRadio --> https://ihr.fm/38WJ2wN #FOODFIRST #FoodFirstMI #FoodSecurity #MoreFoodMoreOften2MorePeople

What can small businesses expect to see from the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) this year? What does company culture look like post-pandemic - from working at home to transitioning back to the office? How do businesses find qualified talent to fill the positions left open? How can SBAM help businesses thrive this year? In this episode, Rob and Brian Calley, CEO of SBAM and former Lieutenant Governor of Michigan, tackle answering all of these hard questions and much more! Show Links Learn more about the Brighton Chamber by visiting our website.  Guest Links Website: sbam.org  Facebook: @SmallBusinessAssociationofMichigan 

Chris Holman speaks with Lorri Rishar, CEO at Edge, Lansing, MI, Chicago, IL. In this discussion, they cover how Small businesses positively impact Michigan communities and bolster the state's economy, and Edge Partnerships contributes to this impact every day. In recognition of the importance of small business, the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) recently awarded the Lansing-based public relations and marketing agency its Small Business Certified designation. When and how did Edge start? What did it take to earn the Small Business certification? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

On today's episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff is joined by co-host, Brian Calley, president of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), and two featured guests: Patti Eisenbraun, co-owner of Brown Iron Brewhouse, and Derek Dickow, founder of Steward Media and Board of Directors member of SBAM.Calley, who is the former the lieutenant governor of Michigan, is the president of SBAM and will soon be its CEO. SBAM aims to help local small businesses find their footing and grow. It is the only statewide and state-based association that focuses solely on serving the needs of Michigan's small business community, and has been in operation since 1969.During the interview, Calley discusses:His transition from commercial banker to lieutenant governor to businessmanHow the SBAM does more than just advocate for small businessesHow SBAM's membership levels work and what resources are providedHis view of politics todayWhy he plans to dedicate the rest of his life to SBAMFor more information about SBAM, visit the official website, and follow on Facebook and LinkedIn.Next, Calley and Jeff talk to Eisenbraun, the owner of Brown Iron Brewhouse, a smokehouse, full-service restaurant and brewery.During the interview, Eisenbraun talks about: How Brown Iron Brewhouse opened its second restaurant on March 1, 2020, right around the time the pandemic took overWhy its business model worked before the pandemic, and how the staff had to change it completely due COVID-19How the business has maintained its staff during the tumultuous yearWhy Brown Iron Brewhouse pays its workers' health and dental insurance if they work a minimum of 30 hours per weekHow the business has recovered its customer baseFor more information about Brown Iron Brewhouse, visit the official website, and follow on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.Next, Calley and Jeff chat with Derek Dickow, who in addition to being the founder of a PR and political relations firm, is also on the Board of Directors for SBAM.During the interview, Dickow explains:How he responded to the pandemicHow he facilitated worthwhile programming during a difficult yearWhy some may adapt to a lifelong hybrid worldWhy he spends an hour a day connecting peopleHow SBAM plans to move forward post-pandemicFor more information about SBAM, visit the official website, and follow on Facebook and LinkedIn.Finally, all the guests come back together to discuss how small businesses can recover from the pandemic.

“A big business starts small.” - Richard Branson Tune in for Food First Michigan with Dr. Phil Knight, Gerry Brisson, president and CEO of Gleaners Community Food Bank, and Rob Fowler, CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), tonight at 11 PM or tomorrow at 9 PM on WJR Radio. Rob is no stranger to excellence and growth as he has led SBAM to major growth over the past 21 years. SBAM started with approximately 5,000 members and has since grown to 30,000 members! Rob recently announced his retirement and shared his excitement for Brian Calley, president of SBAM, to become the new CEO as well. Rob has dedicated a large portion of his life to standing in the gap for the families who own small businesses, specifically aiming to be the voice of small businesses amid the pandemic. With Michigan being the 5th most expensive state for childcare, parents were put in an even harder place than they already were to begin with. Phil, Gerry, and Rob delve into the benefits cliff, the Self-Sufficiency Standard for Michigan [https://bit.ly/3hYyt1K], and policy changes. The benefits cliff has been around for far too long. It did not arise due to the pandemic and the pandemic has heightened its impact on Michiganders. Wouldn’t it be tremendous if work supports, food, childcare, and housing actually supported work? Instead, we de-incentivize work with policies currently in place. When people are finally able to earn $13 / hour, they become ineligible for work supports, but are still $6 - $8 away from being self-sufficient. SBAM has stood strong and firmly on work supports and helping the families that are impacted. The first step out of poverty is food security; you cannot focus on solving any other toxic stressors if you are not well fed. George Washington Carver’s quote, “No one has the right to come into this world and go out of it without leaving behind him or her a distinct and legitimate reason for having passed through it,” embodies Rob. Although Rob is retiring, we have no doubt that he will continue to go into the world and do good! Find this episode and all past Food First Michigan episodes at foodfirstmi.org, on Apple Podcasts, or iHeartRadio. Apple Podcasts --> https://apple.co/38UUpFk iHeartRadio --> https://ihr.fm/38WJ2wN #FoodFirstMI #FoodSecurity #MoreFoodMoreOften2MorePeople

On today's WJR Business Beat segment, Jeff shares a recent StartupNation Radio interview conversation he had with Brian Calley.Calley is the current president of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), and he was formerly the 63rd lieutenant governor of the state of Michigan. The Small Business Association of Michigan is an advocacy group on behalf of Michigan businesses, offering group purchasing and insurance, energy efficiency programs, and more to help businesses compete and succeed in the state of Michigan.During the interview, Jeff asked Brian, “What are some of the things you wish we would focus on in order to get businesses opened up and on the path to success again?”Tune in to this morning's WJR Business Beat to hear Calley's answer.

Chris Holman welcomes to the Michigan Business Network, Rob Fowler, CEO of Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), along with Daniel S. Hoops, VP and Senior Wealth Strategist for PNC Bank. The talk about PNC’s year-end business planning webinar in partnership with SBAM. The panel includes three PNC team members with deep experience in the business succession planning and ESOP arena with Rob Fowler moderating.

Rob Fowler, CEO of Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), joins Chris Holman to give the latest update as to how SBAM is helping to tackle some of the issues that businesses are currently facing during a time of uncertainty. The Small Business Association of Michigan serves as the premier organization for small business owners in Michigan. The team has been fielding a variety of questions from business owners during this COVID-19 crisis. They are committed to provide the most up-to-date information for their members. Listen to Rob and Chris discuss, in detail, some of the ways SBAM is helping small businesses across Michigan. » Subscribe for More: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ MBN ON SOCIAL: MBN YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Brian Calley, president of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), joins us to answer questions about the Paycheck Protection Program and CARES Act recently passed by Congress. Discover how SBAM and Consumers Credit Union can help you navigate this difficult time with this emergency program today!

Rob Fowler, CEO of Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), joins Chris Holman to give an update as to how SBAM is helping to tackle some of the issues that businesses are currently facing during a time of uncertainty. The Small Business Association of Michigan serves as the premier organization for small business owners in Michigan. The team has been fielding a variety of questions from business owners during this COVID-19 crisis. They are committed to provide the most up-to-date information for their members. Listen to Rob and Chris discuss, in detail, some of the ways SBAM is helping small businesses across Michigan » Subscribe for More: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... » Visit MBN website: https://www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ MBN ON SOCIAL: MBN YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... Like MBN: https://www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork Follow MBN: https://twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ MBN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

6/28/19 Gov. Whitmer blasts Legislature for taking most of summer off without passing budget. Legislature explores bonding to find money for "Fix the Damn Roads," and Gov is open to it. MI Republican Party Chair Cox, a former ICE agent, is victim of vandalism at state headquarters.  MSU to issue another report, and Prez didn’t fare well in poll against Dracula, Attila, and a zombie. Interview with Rob Fowler, CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM).  Sponsored by www.Vanguard-pa.com and www.DeadlineDetroit.com.

Cynthia Kay founded Cynthia Kay and Company media production which produces high-quality communications for organizations from the Fortune Global 100 to small business. We discuss: Becoming a thriving company that values the importance of communication [2:22] Why you should stop typing [6:10] What causes mistakes in communication and how to avoid them [9:21] What is better than being in a bubble for small expertise-based businesses [13:30] What it takes to know what’s coming up and push the customer to get involved in [16:32] How to avoid the feast and famine cycle and generate recurring revenue flow [19:39] A graduate of Michigan State University, Cynthia holds a Masters in Communications from Western Michigan University.  She is the Past Board Chair of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) and is the 2018 Board Chair of the National Small Business Association (NSBA). Cynthia and the company have been honored with many awards. She has been named One of West Michigan’s 50 Most Influential Women 5 times. Cynthia has authored several books including Small Business for Big Thinkers: Unconventional Strategies to Connect With and Win Big Business. She has written for the Washington Post, has been featured in Time Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine’s Ask the Expert and on NPR. Cynthia also testified on behalf of NSBA before the House Committee on Small Business Hearing. Learn more about Cynthia at Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/CynthiaKayandCompany/) . Brief Description of Gift Assessment of presentation and media skills; free coaching via Skype URL for Free Gift https://cynthiakaybiz.com/ (https://cynthiakaybiz.com/) Facebook Twitter LinkedIn 2Shares

Denise Griffitts interviews Cynthia Kay - Unconventional Strategies to Connect With and Win Big Business. Cynthia Kay is a passionate spokesperson for small business. She spends significant time speaking to, teaching and coaching small business owners while running her own award-winning company. Cynthia Kay founded Cynthia Kay and Company media production after working in broadcasting. As a professional broadcaster, she was honored with awards from United Press International, the Associated Press, and numerous regional broadcast awards. A graduate of Michigan State University, Kay holds a Masters in Communications from Western Michigan University.  She is the Past Board Chair of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) and Past Chair of SBAM’s Political Action Committee, serves on the Executive Board of the National Small Business Association (NSBA) as the Vice President for Advocacy. Cynthia and the company have been honored with many awards. She has been named One of West Michigan’s 50 Most Influential Women 5 times, most recently in 2014. CK & CO produces high-quality communications that are used on the national and international scene. The Company serves an active client base of over 130 businesses and organizations from the Fortune Global 100 to small business. Cynthia’s book Small Business for Big Thinkers: Unconventional Strategies to Connect With and Win Big Business was published by Career Press. She blogs for CEO Magazine and also has her own blog Biz Thinking.  She has written a number of articles for the Washington Post, & has been featured in Time Magazine and on NPR.