The OTCA is proud to provide a free Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) membership to all 2009 OTCA member businesses. SBAM focuses the political power, buying power, and entrepreneurial resources on behalf of Michigan’s small businesses every day! Here’s a sample of the added benefits your new SBAM membership will provide:
Access to affordable health insurance options
Now your business can obtain affordable health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield or Blue Care Network of Michigan. Combine a BCBSM or BCN plan with a Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, or Health Reimbursement Arrangement for added benefits and savings to both the employer and employees. SBAM members also enjoy free Summary Plan Descriptions, member-only customer service assistance and consolidated billing. COBRA
administration is also available for companies with more than 20 employees.
Expert resources
Getquick–andfree–answerstoquestionsrelated to information technology, human resources and the law with SBAM’s member hotlines.
Discount services
Merchant services, identity theft protection, office supplies, shipping, and more are all available at special member discounts.
Professional services
NuWave Technology Partners provides a wide array of IT services at prices negotiated especially or members. Discounted computer training services are also available from New Horizons Computer Learning Centers. SBAM also offers retirement plan services from Nationwide® Financial Services and payroll processing through Ahola Payroll.
Champions of small business
SBAM champions the small business cause every day at the Capitol. Stay up-to-date on legislative issues affecting your small business by subscribing to the Small Business Champion, a free weekly e-newsletter.
Visit http://www.sbam.org for more information or contact Greg Rambat at or 800.362.5461 to learn how you can begin taking advantage of these great opportunities.