Michael Rogers, Vice President Communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), talks with small business advocate, Chris Holman, about SBAM’s annual meeting, the Michigan Retailers Association “Buy Nearby” campaign, the Michigan Festivals and Events Association Royal Breakfast, tips for starting a food business, Grand Rapids’ status as the #3 city in the nation for economic growth, and 10 skills that are hard to learn but pay off over the long run.