MICHIGAN (May 9, 2025) – The Better Business Bureau® of Michigan is committed to supporting all communities and helping local businesses grow with integrity. As part of this mission, BBB is partnering with the U.S. Small Business Administration and local chambers of commerce to deliver valuable resources, educational tools, and growth opportunities to businesses throughout Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
Business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to attend one of five free, informative, and engaging events designed to help them build customer trust, strengthen operations, and learn about the latest services available from both the BBB and SBA.
“We are beyond excited to be working with so many partner organizations throughout the Upper Peninsula to make this series of events happen,” said Nakia Mills, Vice President of Marketing and Brand Strategy at BBB of Michigan. “Being physically present in all regions of our service area
provides our team with deeper insights and helps us better support businesses in operating ethically and effectively.”
Brandon T. Adolph, Outreach & Marketing Specialist with the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Michigan District Office, will be a featured guest speaker, offering valuable insights into SBA programs and services designed to fuel small business success across the U.P.
Event Schedule:
• Monday, May 19, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Luce County Economic Development Corporation
14150 Co Rd. 4228 Suite B, Newberry, MI
Register Here
• Tuesday, May 20, 2025 | 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce
1 North Main St., L’Anse, MI
Register Here
• Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Corporation
Venue 906 – 900 W. Breitung Ave., Kingsford, MI
Register Here
• Thursday, May 22, 2025 | 8:00 – 10:00 AM
Delta Chamber of Commerce
1001 Lincoln Rd., Escanaba, MI
Register Here
• Friday, May 23, 2025 | 8:00 – 10:00 AM
St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce
560 North State Street, St. Ignace, MI
Register Here
For full event details and to register, visit our BBB of Michigan Events Page
Meanwhile, if you haven’t seen their recent conversation, watch Troy Baker, BBB of Michigan’s VP of Strategic Partnerships and Market Expansion and Chris discuss how how the 2025 Trades Scholarship supports young workers, trade careers, and BBB Accredited Businesses in the YouTube video shared below:
Submitting an application does not guarantee approval.
Applications will be accepted from May 1 – June 9, 2025.
More details on eligibility and how to apply are available at bbb.org/miawards.
Hear from past winners on how this scholarship has helped them get ahead in their industries here.
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