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DQ News: SBA Reaching Out In Michigan With Tour

Crain’s Detroit Business:

Starting Aug. 10 in Mt. Pleasant, the tour aims to connect small business owners to help and resources.

The tour is the first of its kind to be conducted by the SBA and will offer experts on financing, government contracting, social media, human capital, and financial management, along with success stories from small business owners.

“The tour is a coalition of small business resources working in collaboration to provide information and assistance that directly impacts small businesses and their opportunity for business expansion,” Gerald Moore, district director for the SBA’s Michigan office, said in a statement. “Each day’s program is intended to highlight the resources available through the federal, state and local agencies, as well as business organizations.”

The events are free, but you must register to attend.

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