May 6, 2026 | Featured, Federal Government, Finance
EIDL loans were designed to help small businesses stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic. Most of these loans have a 30-year term with a 3.5% interest rate. With lower interest rates than typical loans, the loans were provided for working capital and other normal...
May 6, 2026 | Featured, Manufacturing, Training, US Economy
The SBA’s E2G Program is designed to provide eligible U.S. small businesses with free business courses, in-person hands-on training, and one-on-one consulting to support growth, operations, hiring, regulatory compliance, and government contracting competitiveness. The...
Apr 22, 2026 | Featured, Talent
Smart Mobility Today Host Cindy Polakowski talks with Samantha Sklarski from Astemo about the Engineering Careers Tour and about Astemo’s ongoing support for the program. More From Talent
Apr 22, 2026 | Entrepreneurship, Featured
The Genesee Entrepreneurial Network (GEN) Open Office Office Hours event is set to take place next week, offering local business owners and entrepreneurs free one-on-one consultations with industry experts. The event, hosted by GEN, will run from 1-3 p.m. on Thursday,...
Apr 22, 2026 | Featured, Gig Work
The highest gas prices in the country are making it tougher for some gig drivers to make a living. Gas prices have shot up amid the war in the Middle East. On average, California gas prices are the most expensive in the United States, according to data from the…...
Apr 22, 2026 | Cyber Security, Featured, SMB
The shift to hybrid and remote work has created new challenges for businesses of all sizes. Between cloud services, branch offices, and mobile users, it’s harder than ever to keep your business connected and secure. Especially with limited IT resources. With Check...
Apr 22, 2026 | Featured, Tariffs
Today is tariff refund day. After weeks of waiting, business owners can finally log onto a new government portal and ask for their money back. Now, this is for most of the tariffs President Trump imposed last year. The Supreme Court rejected them as unconstitutional...
Apr 22, 2026 | Featured, Startup
Small businesses are essential to the economy. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, they account for 43.5% of GDP. Starting a small business can be fulfilling yet daunting, especially with a tight budget. But if you have $10,000 to invest, you’re off...
Apr 15, 2026 | Featured, Michigan, Startup
Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the Michigan State University (MSU) Research Foundation to announce Adrenaline Interactive as the grand prize winner of the 2026 PitchMI Championship. Following a high-stakes...
Apr 15, 2026 | Featured, Marketing
For small business owners, reaching the next wave of customers is essential to long-term success. But attracting younger consumers often requires recalibrating your marketing approach-specifically, social media marketing. What resonates with baby boomers, Gen Xers or...
