DETROIT – TechTown Detroit and Comerica Bank have announced the return of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown, a small business competition that awards $100,000 in startup funding as well as support services to one entrepreneur seeking to open a brick-and-mortar storefront in Detroit, Hamtramck or Highland Park. The competition, first launched in 2011, hatches small business development in
LANSING – Small business owners across Michigan are united in citing health care costs as their top concern, according to the latest membership survey from the Small Business Association of Michigan. The immense growth in the cost of health care has them rebalancing their books and cutting back on hiring new employees. Seventy-six percent of
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Chamber sent a letter asking the administration to address the impacts of tariffs by granting automatic exclusions for any small business importer, establishing a process for companies to apply for an exclusion if the company can demonstrate that tariffs pose a risk to employment for American workers, and providing exclusions for
LANSING - Michigan Celebrates Small Business unveiled a range of accolades for small business owners throughout the state, including recognition for Michigan’s 50 Companies to Watch and the introduction of new categories specifically for microbusinesses and disability-owned businesses. Launched in 2004, the Michigan Celebrates Small Business awards have been celebrating and elevating Michigan small businesses
LANSING – At first glance, not much has changed in the latest monthly poll of the nation’s small business owners published by their leading advocacy association, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). Inflation remains the top concern, but one component, the Uncertainty Index, rose an alarming nine points to 85, the highest reading since November
LANSING – Michigan Latest News: $15 Minimum Wage Ballot Proposal 2024 Blocked by Michigan Supreme Court. The Michigan Supreme Court recently made a big decision about a proposal called Raise the Wage Michigan. Consequently, in a significant ruling, the Michigan Supreme Court has decided that the $15 minimum Wage Michigan ballot proposal will not be
ANN ARBOR - In concert with the nearly 1,000 Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) across the nation, the Michigan SBDC will celebrate SBDC Day Wednesday, March 20, and host a live webinar called "Ask the Experts - SBDC Consultants" from 11 am to noon. Michigan SBDC Greater Washtenaw Regional Director Ron Stevens provide an overview
GRAND RAPIDS - In concert with the nearly 1,000 Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) across the nation, the Michigan SBDC will celebrate SBDC Day Wednesday, March 20, 2024. SBDC Day is a national, collective proclamation of the impact America's Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) have on the success of our nation’s dreamers, innovators and doers
Online presence is a vital part of a business's success, and local search engine optimization (SEO) has become a vital tool for small businesses looking to boost their visibility within their communities. [Source: Freepik] With more than 5 million keywords in the US containing some variation of the phrase “near me,” generating 800 million monthly
Increasing revenue is a key priority for small business owners. Effective marketing and advertising campaigns can drive customers and elevate your profits. However, small businesses took one of the hardest hits from the COVID-19 pandemic, with many witnessing reduced profits, thanks to supply chain disruptions. Maximizing revenue generation will position your brand for long-term success,
