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 Business Association of Michigan's Vice President Communications Michael Rogers
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 11 minutes
- Episodes
- 109
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Have surplus assets? This dynamic small business can help you recover the value
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with SBAM VIP Member Doug Watkoski, owner and founder of BTM Industrial, one of the fastest-growing asset disposition companies in the industry. H…
Being a better leader by nurturing your physical and mental health
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with executive leadership coach, trainer and workshop facilitator Angela Morrill. She wrote an article for the September/October issue of SBAM's m…
There are no holes in this donut business success plan
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Monica Gauthier, a member of the SBAM Board of Directors and co-owner of Groovy Donuts in mid-Michigan. Groovy Donuts was recognized as the S…
The challenges and success opportunities in government contracting
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Catherine Behrenbrinker, President & CEO of Symplicity Communications in Grand Rapids. Her firm was recently named by Michigan Celebrates Sma…
Nonprofit honored for workforce development for adult with developmental disabilities
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Jenny Brown, CEO of Dutton Farm, a nonprofit in Oakland County. Dutton Farm was recently recognized as one of Michigan's 50 companies to watc…
Growth and opportunities for a company in the far north of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Jen Julien, who with her husband Jon owns Braveworks in Houghton Michigan. Their company this year was selected as a member of the Michigan 5…
Turbocharging your small business social media tactics
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Peter Van Dyke, CEO of VVK PR + Creative, a member of the Small Business Association of Michigan. His firm was recently named to the list of …
Small business owners can be their own best advocates
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Gina Jacquart Thorsen, CEO of Jacquart Fabric Products, home of the iconic Michigan brand Stormy Kromer. Gina was named SBAM's 2024 Advocate …
Neon to LED to digital: business signage and lighting evolves and improves
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Paul Deters, president of Metro Signs & Lighting. They are Premium Members of the Small Business Association of Michigan, and have been selec…
The bigger the information haystack, the more you need help finding the needle
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Anne Bridgewater, the president of AIM Targeted Intelligence in Midland. She is a newly elected member of the Board of Directors for the Smal…
Managing the complexities of growing your business
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Ryan Jankovic, a VIP member of the Small Business Association of Michigan and an EOS Worldwide Professional Implementer. “I ask everyone, whe…
Employee benefits remain a key to attracting and retaining good employees
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Shannon Enders, founder of Lakeshore Employee Benefits in Norton Shores. He is a new member of the SBAM board of directors. “Typically, healt…
West Michigan business leader and consultant takes reins of SBAM’s volunteer board
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Erick Stewart, owner of LAGNIAPPE Strategic Consulting in Battle Creek. Erick is serving as SBAM's Board Chair for 2024-2025. “We're a great …
Business leader celebrates 15 years of community involvement with Lansing film festival
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Camron Gnass, founder of Lansing-based creative studio Traction. Among many other community activities, he is a founding member of the Capita…
Quality work and community involvement leads to business success
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Kevin Sodermark, Vice President of L&C Enterprises-USA d/b/a Delta Fence & Construction. They were recently recognized by Michigan Celebrates…
Crafting business success with custom, high quality stickers
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Matt Stephens and Josh Stephens, co-founders of Sticker Blitz, creators of high quality custom stickers. The company was recently honored by …
HR innovations to help you get the most out of your employees
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Jim Stowe, president of FreshHR. He helps small and medium sized companies deal with a wide range of challenges when managing employees. “The…
Apprenticeship programs can bring value to your company
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Nick Jacqmain, CEO and President of Springfield Commercial Roofing and Transport, with locations in Kingsley and Big Rapids. He recently wrot…
Learn how this business leaders helps maintain the legacy of a multi generational business
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Elite SBAM member Kimberly Enders of Enders Wealth Management in Sterling Heights. She says she loves being involved in maintaining the legac…
Building your annual and quarterly growth strategies
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with professional EOS Implementer Mike Maddox. Maddox and Reuben Levinsohn are hosting workshops on June 12 and Oct. 17, focused on helping entrep…