Michigan Celebrates

The Michigan Celebrates Small Business awards program recognizes & honors entrepreneurs who are building Michigan's economy.

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Grateful for everyone who made #MCSB2026 unforgettable. Here's what happens when MI’s small business community comes together.

📅 Apr 19–20, 2027
🏆 Nominations open this Sept

Tag a small business you’re cheering for!

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Big win for a big idea!

Congrats to Zo’s Mini Donuts, winner of the Michigan’s Next Big Idea Pitch Competition at #MCSB. From an idea at 15 to a thriving Michigan small business – this is what celebration looks like.

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It’s MCSB week.

We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone attending Michigan Celebrates Small Business this Tuesday and Wednesday!

Access the event app here: https://t.co/21OjLnp67N

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Michigan Celebrates Small Business begins Tuesday.

Two days. One powerful small business community. If you’re joining, get ready.

Be sure to download and explore the event app for the full experience!
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Enter @BCBSM's healthy workplace contest! Blue Cross small business customers are invited to share wellness initiatives for a chance to win prizes and a social media shoutout. Details: https://t.co/nu8PAKFaUV

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Capitol Day at MCSB connects small business leaders with policymakers shaping Michigan’s business climate. This year’s panel focuses on the state budget and legislative priorities. Moderated by Brian Calley (SBAM) and Charity Dean (MBBA).

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Good news – registration for #MCSB2026 has been extended. Still time to join us April 21–22 in East Lansing. Register: https://t.co/pUQ1p7e4Ia

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Last call – registration for #MCSB2026 ends this Friday, April 3. Join Michigan’s small business community April 21–22 in East Lansing. Register: https://t.co/pUQ1p7e4Ia #MCSB2026 #MichiganCelebrates #SmallBusiness

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Hiring is hard. Keeping great people is harder. Join Sheri Welsh at the MCSB Summit for a breakout packed with real strategies to attract the talent you need and retain top performers – ideas you can tailor to your business.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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Growth gets harder when customer data lives everywhere. At the MCSB Summit, Joshua Watson of @InVerveInc shares how a CRM brings structure to sales and marketing – centralizing data, improving follow‑up, and supporting growth without chaos.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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Strong culture is important, but systems make culture actionable. In this breakout, Elena Stegemann shares how high-performing organizations connect cultural values with operational practices to strengthen teams and accelerate execution.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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Every business owner exits - eventually. The question is whether you’ll be ready. Jessica Starks’ breakout helps owners understand what it takes to build a sellable business that’s less owner-dependent and more valuable over time.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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Looking to unlock new innovation? Jeffery Smith shares practical ways to work with research universities—accessing breakthrough tech, leveraging patent licensing, reducing R&D costs, and building partnerships that drive growth and advantage.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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Tool fatigue. Subscription overload. AI changing daily. If “digital transformation” feels like chaos, this breakout is for you. Matthew Russell shares practical ways to simplify your tech stack, evaluate your digital footprint, & improve ROI.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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Want more clarity and control over your business finances? Dr. Brenda Oldham of RAM Educational Business Solutions, will share simple, practical strategies to increase profits, streamline operations, and strengthen your business model.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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Most small businesses are reactive about cybersecurity - until it’s too late. Learn how to build a scalable security stack with Rich Miller (STACK Cybersecurity) at the MCSB Summit.

Register today: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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It's not exit planning, it’s clarity. In “Should You Stay or Should You Go,” Cynthia Kay shares a personal case study & the questions owners face when deciding how long to stay, when to step away, & how to balance emotion with smart decisions.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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Great culture doesn’t happen by accident. In this breakout, Matt Jemilo & Marcy McMahon of HR Collaborative share how leaders can attract the right talent & build high‑performing teams through psychological safety and people‑first leadership.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv

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Early bird pricing ends March 13 ⏰Register now for Michigan Celebrates Small Business 2026 and save your spot at four events across two days, April 21–22 in East Lansing. 🔗 https://t.co/pUQ1p7e4Ia

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Volatility. Complexity. Constant change. Todd Gustafson’s (@kinexusgroup) breakout shares a practical framework for leading through disruption – building resilience, making better decisions with imperfect info, and keeping teams aligned.

Register: https://t.co/SVRGQMxycv