CADILLAC, MI – The Michigan Small Business Development Center (Michigan SBDC) and Baker College are proud to announce a Small Business Resource Fair taking place on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This strategic event is designed to bridge the gap between local entrepreneurs and the essential professional partners they need to grow and thrive in today’s economy.
Hosted at the Baker College Student Center (9600 E. 13th St., Cadillac), the fair will feature a curated Resource Gallery. This gallery serves as a premier networking hub where business owners can engage directly with experts from the banking, legal, accounting, marketing and economic development sectors.
“We are excited to invite partners to join us in this high-impact environment,” said Matthew Welch, Northwest Regional Director at the Michigan Small Business Development Center. “This is a unique opportunity for service providers to showcase how their expertise can support the local business community’s growth.”
Beyond networking, the event will feature SBDC “Mini-Labs”. These rapid-fire training modules are designed to provide actionable insights on modern business challenges, including:
- AI for Small Business
- Value Building
- Financial Literacy
The event is free to attend for local business owners and entrepreneurs. Refreshments and appetizers will be provided to facilitate a professional and welcoming networking environment. Register here.
For more information about attending or becoming a featured partner in the Resource Gallery, please contact Matthew Welch, [email protected].
The Michigan Small Business Development Center (Michigan SBDC) provides counseling, training and research services to small businesses across the state. The Michigan SBDC is dedicated to supporting the growth and success of Michigan’s small businesses.
Michigan SBDC services are available through the support of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and are funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). All opinions, conclusions and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
Federal Funding Disclosures: In accordance with Section 632 of Public Law 117-328: Michigan Small Business Development Center Program Federal Share: $3,927,324 (30%); Non-Federal Share $9,134,074 (70%); Total Program Cost: $13,061,398.
The Michigan SBDC is hosted on a state level by Grand Valley State University’s Seidman College of Business. Regional hosts include Baker College, Eastern Michigan University, Grand Valley State University, Kettering University, Lansing Community College, Michigan Technological University, Mid Michigan College, Saginaw Valley State University, Washtenaw Community College and Western Michigan University.
Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees on six campuses across Michigan and online. Founded in 1911, the institution’s mission is to provide an inclusive, innovative, and transformative educational experience, driven by a student-first philosophy. Learn more at baker.edu and follow on X, Meta, and Instagram.