Michigan Business & Professional Association

Business Knowledge

We provide business knowledge to members in critical ways to help our members stay competitive. Our members find value in knowing what other businesses are doing and we provide that information through our annual survey date in five key areas. We also provide exclusive advice from experts with white papers and statistics. The MBPA has over 30 workshops, digital webinars and events per year, plus more than 5 large statewide conference symposiums.

Facilitated Networking

There are four primary ways the MBPA networks your business through Facilitated Networking. Our monthly networking events and webinars, Facilitated Networking Packets and Blasts as well as Social Media and Forum are all ways we keep your business connected with others.

Legislative Influence

The MBPA has been a critical factor in many issues concerning Small Business. We were instrumental in the repeal of the Michigan Business Tax and the Item Pricing Law. Our focus changes as issues arise that affect business in Michigan and we fight to help do what is right for business in Michigan. Our lobbyists are very active in Lansing working with Legislators daily. We also have significant influence with lobbyists in Washington D.C. to support our business needs on the federal level.

Financial Savings

The MBPA has over 100 valuable financial savings programs for your business. We encourage you to look over these highlights, and also speak with your Membership Services Representatives as to which programs will best fit your business.

Events

Health Care Reform Upcoming Changes in 2012, 2013 and 2014

Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Metro Detroit Membership Network@Lunch

Wednesday, February 22, 2012
West Michigan Membership Network @ Lunch

Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Metro Detroit Membership Network Live @ 5

Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Metro Detroit Membership Network & Learn @ Business Breakfast

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Products and Services at Considerable Discounts!

Receive office supply discounts up to 47% on catalogue items and up to 87% on â€˜Member Onlyâ€™ items. Get a 5-cents per gallon rebate on gasoline. Obtain 10 â€“ 15% discounts on car rentals. Receive a 10% discount on payroll services. Get a $50 credit on Google AdWords. Obtain a 10% discount on identity theft protection. Over 400 members throughout the state offering discounts on their products and services to other membersâ€¦.and much more. To review most of these services click here.