To kick off National Hispanic Heritage Month, the SBA Michigan District Office invites Hispanic owned small businesses throughout Michigan to take part in a Virtual Town Hall event. This discussion will allow the SBA, its partners, and stakeholders to better
assess the needs of the Hispanic small business community from a grass roots level.
Let Your Voice Be Heard!
When: Thursday, September 15, 2022, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: Online
Boots to Business (B2B) is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as part of the Department of Defense Transition Assistance Program (TAP). The course provides an overview of entrepreneurship
and applicable business ownership fundamentals. Active-Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), Veterans of all eras, and spouses are eligible to participate.
When: Thursday, September 15, 2022, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Where: Northwest Michigan Works!
Traverse City Conference Center
1209 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City MI 49686
Whether you’re a start-up or established, finding resources for your business can be challenging. The SBA Michigan district office and SBDC I-69 Trade Corridor Region invites you to attend an informative discussion to learn about the programs and services of
the SBA available to your small business. Join us as we discuss SBA lending, contracting, and counseling programs that can help you access the capital your business needs.
When: Friday, September 16, 2022, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: GST Michigan Works!,
3270 Wilson St
Marlette, MI 48453
Join the SBA, IRS and the State of Michigan to learn about the Work Opportunity Credit (WOTC), a federal tax credit available to employers for hiring individuals from certain
targeted groups who have consistently faced significant barriers to employment, the State of Michigan certification process and how to claim the WOTC on your federal income tax return.
Targeted Groups:
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the formerly incarcerated or those previously convicted of a felony;
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recipients of state assistance under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (SSA);
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veterans;
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residents in areas designated as empowerment zones or rural renewal counties;
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individuals referred to an employer following completion of a rehabilitation plan or program;
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individuals whose families are recipients of supplemental nutrition assistance under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008;
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recipients of supplemental security income benefits under title XVI of the SSA;
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individuals whose families are recipients of state assistance under part A of title IV of the SSA; and individuals experiencing long-term unemployment
When: Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Where: Online
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