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The Small Business Association of Michigan’s Small Business Weekly Podcast
“The Small Business Association of Michigan’s Entrepreneurial Insights” every week presents a dynamic audio interview from a top-notch expert on entrepreneurial success. Hear great tips and advice on how to be a more effective small business owner. The program is hosted and produced by the Small Bus...
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Award-winning small business has great advice on inclusion and accessibility for the neurodiverse in your workplace
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Reena Naami, Owner and Founding CEO of the Spark Center for Autism, honored this year as a member of the...

Fast growing Sunfield Center honored as one of Michigan 50 Companies to Watch
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Jeff Snyder, managing director of the Sunfield Center in Ann Arbor. They were recognized this year as a...

Helping your small business turn challenges into opportunities
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Blaine Schultz, owner of Cooper Consulting and a VIP member of the Small Business Association of Michiga...

How to spend your marketing dollars on things that don’t just look nice but actually work
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Janeve Helmbold, owner and creative director of Crystal Cranes Media and an Elite member of the Small Bu...

Understanding interpersonal and intrapersonal intelligence
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Amina Hedayat Khalil. She is an Executive and Team Leadership Coach and Consultant and owner of Audere I...

Everything's “fishy” about this family owned smoked fish products company
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Bruce Osterhaven, President of Big O Smokehouse and an Elite member of the Small Business Association of...

The political power and influence of many small businesses working together
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Adrian Hemond, CEO of Grassroots Midwest, a bipartisan, multi-client political and marketing consultancy...

How Foster Swift experts help navigate the women-owned and minority-owned certification process
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Amanda J. Dernovshek and Lindsey M. Mead, members of Foster Swift’s business and tax practice group in L...

Innovative small firm offers unique travel-sized personal care products
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Kate Cervini, the founder of 100 ML and an Elite member of the Small Business Association of Michigan. H...

Key information that DTE wants you to know about 811 Day and digging safely around your small business or home
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Jonathan Wilson, regional representative for DTE, about 811 Day in Michigan (Aug. 11) and how important...

A small business leveraging the power of customer service
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Jim Byrum, owner of Byrum Ace Hardware, a collection of successful hardware stores across mid-Michigan....

Customer retention as the hidden engine of business growth
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Sara Barco, owner of TRUE Self Consulting and a VIP member of the Small Business Association of Michigan...

Small manufacturing firm thrives on the cutting edge of aerospace, defense and space industries
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Zack Bishop, president of 4 Flutes Machining, recently honored as a member of the Michigan 50 Companies...

Award-winning firm helps small businesses thrive in the evolving world of SEO and AI
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Rayanne and Lance Beaudry, the co-owners of Avalanche Creative, a company recently honored by being name...

Southeast Michigan glazing firm thrives thanks to family teamwork
On today’s program, Michael talks with Sonny Anani, the president of Dynamic Glazing Systems, Inc., a company recently selected to the Michigan 50 Com...

Award-winning company helps small businesses handle HR hassles
On today’s program, Michael talks with Lisa Cooper, the founder and chief people officer for Cooper People Group, a company recently honored as a memb...

There’s no pits in this cherry industry success story
On today’s program, Michael talks with Bob Sutherland, president of Cherry Republic, a company recognized as one of Michigan's great small business su...

Award-winning woman-owned small business owner on client relationships
On today’s program, Michael talks with Lori Rishard, the CEO of Edge Partnerships, recently recognized by Michigan Celebrate Small Business as a woman...

Licensed psychologist offers unique therapeutic service for high-achieving individuals like business owners
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Dr. Lena Agree, licensed psychologist and VIP member of the Small Business Association of Mi...

How a furniture store supports their local community and local entrepreneurs
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Ehab Awad, Chief Operating Officer for Best Furniture Outlet in Lansing, an SBAM Elite Membe...

Selling or buying a business – advice on getting the most out of your investment
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Kalyan Rachakonda, owner of Transworld Business Advisors of Sterling Heights. He's a VIP mem...

Award-winning strategic focus efforts help winery grow and succeed
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Ginny and Matt Sherrow, owners of Fenton Winery and Brewery and Dream Machine Distillery, re...

The keys to business success for an award-winning disability-owned small business
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Justin Caine, the owner of Good Fruit Video, recently recognized by Michigan Celebrate Small...

A process-driven approach to marketing success
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Lisa Smith and Angelique Duphene of Inverve Marketing, recently recognized by Michigan Celeb...

Pickleball pioneers power their way to growth and success
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Christy Howden, the CEO and co-founder of very successful and growing Wolverine Pickleball i...

Business success strategies from start-up to exit
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with business consultant Alisha Congioloso, a member of SBAM's Leadership Council and owner of Bi...

Good employees are the foundation of this VIP cleaning services firm
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Lainie Buckles, owner of Domestic Divas Cleaning Services. They are VIP members of the Small...

Business success providing top notch printing to fit a digital world
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Stacy Collick, sales manager for Dollar Bill Printing. They are VIP members of the Small Bus...

Three-decade-old flooring firm thrives on customer feedback
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Megan Anders, General Manager and VP of Frame Industries, Inc., also known as Chelsea Plank...

Employee-owned company “cleans up” in the truck washing sector
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Jim Voss, co-owner of Hydro-Chem Systems and a member of SBAM’s Leadership Council. Hydro-Ch...

Relationships and community involvement as a business success strategy
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Dianne Harwell, president of Little Blessings Childcare and a member of the SBAM Board of Di...

Managing your small business IT environment with security and sound backups
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Blaine Tillander, owner of Granite Networks and a member of SBAM’s Leadership Council. Estab...

A growing business serving the needs of a growing population of Michigan seniors
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Jeff Welsh, President and Owner of Right At Home In Home Care & Assistance, based in southea...

How community involvement helps foster business success
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Jami Moore, president of JEM Tech Group, a VIP member of the Small Business Association of M...

Effective systems lead to efficient operations
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Karen Hairston, CEO of K Hairston Services, also known as 3S Smart Consulting. She is a busi...

How to make quality promotional products a key part of your business marketing plan
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Elite SBAM member Karen Scarpino, owner and CEO of Green Giftz by Promotional Impact. The pr...

How printed marketing materials can effectively complement your digital marketing campaigns
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with SBAM Elite Member Vladimir Gendelman, founder and CEO of Company Folders, Inc. (https://www....

Fast-growing legal firm zeros in on helping small businesses succeed
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Michael Cole, a member of the Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes law firm. They are VIP members of...

Rapid expansion is the right fit for this award-winning apparel decorating business
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Ryan Dost and Adam McCauley, owners of Sandlot Sports, specializing in apparel decorating. T...

Skillfully managing a diverse design and remodeling company
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Michael Flory, Owner, CEO & Visionary for Custom Built Design & Remodeling with locations in...