BBB Upcoming Events

Are you ready to take your online presence to the next level? It’s time to unlock the power of customer reviews!

Accredited Businesses are invited to join BBB on April 29th at 12:00 PM (CST) for an insightful webinar where we’ll dive into the importance of responding to reviews and share expert strategies for managing negative feedback effectively.

Guest Speaker Kari Chunn, BBB Supervisor for Accredited Business Standards and Reviews at BBB Serving Middle TN and Southern KY, will provide valuable insights to help you turn customer feedback into a powerful tool for growth.

Join us in person or online to learn more about all the resources available to you as a BBB Accredited Business. No matter if you are newly accredited or if you just want to make sure you are getting the most out of your accreditation, this event is for you!

We will discuss a range of useful topics, including how to use the BBB Accredited Business Portal, leveraging BBB Accreditation to manage your online reputation, getting free items from the BBB Store, accessing the new, on-demand BBB Learning platform, tips on how to leverage BBB Accreditation to help brand your business and more.

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at from 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM EDT. In-person attendees can join us at the BBB of Michigan Southfield office - 20300 W. Twelve Mile Road Southfield, MI, 48076.

The 2025 BBB Educational Foundation Kalamazoo Golf Outing will be Monday, May 12th at the Kalamazoo Country Club. Shotgun start at Noon. Sponsorship opportunities are now available. Visit the BBB golf page below or contact your Account Manager today.

The LEE Group (TLG) will hold its 11th Annual Small Business Workshop, focused on " Winning Workforce Strategies: Building, Retaining, and Empowering Teams in Uncertain Times. " The goal is to identify practical solutions needed as businesses navigate economic cycles and, potentially, an economy in flux. 

Join the discussion on Wednesday, May 14, from 8 am - 12 pm EDT at The Corner Ballpark - Detroit PAL HQ: 1680 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48216. 

This year's event will explore issues confronting Detroit’s small business community as businesses continue to confront ongoing challenges potentially impacting sustainability and growth, and will feature a keynote speaker, panelists, workshop leaders, and the ever-popular “Fireside Chat”.Speakers include the BBB of Michigan's President and CEO, Lisa Frohnapfel.

Join BBB® of Michigan, in partnership with Luce County Economic Development Corporation, for an informative and engaging event designed to connect Upper Peninsula small businesses with valuable tools, resources, and partnerships to help you grow and thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. Discover what Michigan's new BBB can do for you.

Mon, May 19, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT at the Luce County Economic Development Corporation, 14150 Co Rd 428 Suite B, Newberry, MI, 49868.

We're proud to also welcome special guest, Brandon T. Adolph, Outreach & Marketing Specialist from the U.S. Small Business Administration Michigan District Office, who will be joining us to share insights into the many programs and services they offer to support small business growth in the U.P.

Admission is free, and light refreshments will be provided.

Join BBB ® of Michigan, in partnership with the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce, for an informative and engaging event designed to connect Upper Peninsula small businesses with valuable tools, resources, and partnerships to help you grow and thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. Discover what Michigan's new BBB can do for you.

Tue May 20, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT at the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce, 1 North Main St, L'Anse, MI, 49946.

We're proud to also welcome special guest, Brandon T. Adolph, Outreach & Marketing Specialist from the U.S. Small Business Administration Michigan District Office, who will be joining us to share insights into the many programs and services they offer to support small business growth in the U.P.

Admission is free, and light refreshments will be provided.

Small Businesses and farms are invited to join the Better Business Bureau, in partnership with Macatawa Bank, to learn about the scams targeting small businesses and how to protect yourself. 

This free presentation is on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 6 pm at the Macatawa Bank 8th Street Community Room, 141 E 8th St., Holland, MI.

Seats are limited. Registration is required. 

Join BBB ® of Michigan, in partnership with the Join BBB ® of Michigan,  in partnership with Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Dickinson Area Economic Development Corporation, for an informative and engaging event designed to connect Upper Peninsula small businesses with valuable tools, resources, and partnerships to help you grow and thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. Discover what Michigan's new BBB can do for you.

Wed May 21, 2025 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CDT at Venue 906 - 900 W. Breitung Ave., Kingsford, MI, 49868.

We're proud to also welcome special guest, Brandon T. Adolph, Outreach & Marketing Specialist from the U.S. Small Business Administration Michigan District Office, who will be joining us to share insights into the many programs and services they offer to support small business growth in the U.P.

Admission is free. Appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.

Join BBB ® of Michigan, in partnership with Delta Chamber of Commerce, for an informative and engaging event designed to connect Upper Peninsula small businesses with valuable tools, resources, and partnerships to help you grow and thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. Discover what Michigan's new BBB can do for you.

Thu May 22, 2025 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM EDT at the Delta Chamber of Commerce, 1001 Lincoln Rd., Escanaba, MI, 49829.

We're proud to also welcome special guest, Brandon T. Adolph, Outreach & Marketing Specialist from the U.S. Small Business Administration Michigan District Office, who will be joining us to share insights into the many programs and services they offer to support small business growth in the U.P.

Admission is free, and light refreshments will be provided.

Join BBB ® of Michigan, in partnership with St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce, for an informative and engaging event designed to connect Upper Peninsula small businesses with valuable tools, resources, and partnerships to help you grow and thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. Discover what Michigan's new BBB can do for you.

Fri May 23, 2025 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM EDT at the St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce, 560 North State Street, St. Ignace, MI, 49781

We're proud to also welcome special guest, Brandon T. Adolph, Outreach & Marketing Specialist from the U.S. Small Business Administration Michigan District Office, who will be joining us to share insights into the many programs and services they offer to support small business growth in the U.P.

Admission is free for BBB Accredited Businesses & St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce members. Light refreshments will be provided.

BBB in Western Michigan will celebrate the 2025 BBB Trust Award winner and 2025 Trust Scholarship recipients, as well as a local busines marking 50 years of BBB Accreditation. 
Join BBB on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 for an evening at LMCU Ballpark in the new Family Fare Clubhouse for an evening of celebration and baseball.

NEW: The 2025 BBB Educational Foundation Lansing Area Golf Outing will be Thursday, July 31st at Hawk Hollow Golf Club in Bath. Shotgun start at 9:30 am. Sponsorship opportunities are now available. Visit the BBB golf page below or contact your Account Manager today.

The 2025 BBB Educational Foundation Grand Rapids Golf Outing will be Thursday, September 11th at Boulder Creek Golf Club in Belmont. Shotgun start at 10 am. Sponsorship opportunities are now available. Visit the BBB golf page below or contact your Account Manager today.

Small Businesses and farms are invited to join the Better Business Bureau, in partnership with Macatawa Bank to learn about the scams targeting small businesses and how to protect yourself. 

This free presentation is on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 5 pm at People Helping People Worship Center , 915 56th St., Pullman, MI.

Seats are limited. Registration is required. 

Small Businesses and farms are invited to join the Better Business Bureau, in partnership with Macatawa Bank, to learn about the scams targeting small businesses and how to protect yourself. 

This free presentation is on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 9 am at the Better Business Bureau Grand Rapids office 3330 Claystone St. SE Grand Rapids, MI.

Seats are limited. Registration is required. 

Small Businesses and farms are invited to join the Better Business Bureau, in partnership with Macatawa Bank, to learn about the scams targeting small businesses and how to protect yourself. 

This free presentation is on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 8:30 am at the West MI Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 2007 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI.

Seats are limited. Registration is required.