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Artificial Intelligence for Small Business - In Person & Online is sponsored by Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Lake Huron Region. Artificial Intelligence for Small Business - In Person & Online is a program from the Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Lake Huron Region that provides education, training, and consulting support to help small businesses in Michigan adopt and apply artificial int…
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Lake Huron Region - Michigan SBDC Saginaw Valley State University Serving Alcona, Alpena, Arenac, Bay, Cheboygan, Crawford, Iosco, Midland, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon and Saginaw counties SVSU Scott L.
Carmona College of Business University Center, MI 48710 Chris Vieau, Regional Director Hours: 8am-4:30pm ET Monday-Friday 2026 Regional Office Closure Dates Connect with a Consultant Business by the Bay Pitch 2026 Competition Ready to take the stage?
Business by the Bay is Bay County’s premier pitch competition, giving local entrepreneurs the opportunity to refine their business ideas, gain expert guidance, and compete for $11,000 in cash prizes. Selected participants will work closely with experienced consultants from the Michigan SBDC to strengthen their business strategy and prepare for a live pitch in front of judges and a supportive community audience.
It’s more than a competition—it’s a chance to build confidence, make valuable connections, and accelerate your business growth. If you’re a Bay County entrepreneur with a strong vision and the drive to grow, this is your moment. Your business journey starts here.
Whether you’re launching a new venture, growing your company, or navigating challenges, we’re here to help. Our expert team provides no-cost consulting, market research, business education, and the resources you need to succeed. Serving small businesses across the Lake Huron Region, we’re committed to helping entrepreneurs like you build strong, resilient businesses.
Let’s take your next step—together. Ready to get started? We’re more than just business consultants—we’re your partners in success.
Our dedicated team is here to provide expert guidance, no-cost consulting, and valuable resources to help your small business thrive. Whether you’re starting, growing, or overcoming challenges, we’re ready to support you every step of the way. Let’s build something great—together!
Chris holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and an MBA from Central Michigan University. He spent 27 years at Dow Chemical, where he gained global leadership experience in accounting and supply chain operations, driving efficiency and strategic growth. He then led enterprise-wide process improvements at Chemical Bank, contributing to significant organizational expansion.
Most recently, he served as Supply Chain Director for MidMichigan Health, applying his expertise in operational excellence to the healthcare industry. With a strong passion for data-driven decision-making and process optimization, Chris has built a career transforming business operations to enhance performance and profitability.
Associate Regional Director/Business Consultant Michael has worked with the SBDC for five years helping hundreds of businesses of all shapes and sizes. Prior to that, Mike was a commercial banker/lender helping start-ups and multi-million-dollar businesses with their banking and lending. Before becoming a banker, for twelve years he owned two professional photography studios and photo centers in Alpena and Oscoda.
Mike also worked for Anhauser Busch and grew up in his parents’ pharmacy business that just celebrated fifty years in business. He also served an Alpena City Councilman and six years as an Alpena County Commissioner. Mike also worked as an instructor at Alpena Community College in addition to coaching multiple youth sports teams and authoring multiple books on personal finance and hunting, fishing and the outdoor arts.
Kate Cardinali is a design and marketing expert who drives business growth. She combines creative vision with strategic thinking to deliver impactful results for her clients. With a BFA from Saginaw Valley State University and an MBA from Northwood University’s DeVos Graduate School, Kate brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every project.
She believes that successful businesses thrive on the intersection of creativity and smart strategy. michelleleejudd@gmail. com Michelle is a professional small business consultant based in Bay County, Michigan, as well as a seasoned entrepreneur and university professor at Northwood and Saginaw Valley State Universities.
With 30 years of experience across industries such as hospitality, retail, publishing, restaurants, bars, and real estate, Michelle brings deep expertise in business strategy and operations. Holding an MBA with academic background in advertising at Michigan State and marketing and management at SVSU, Michelle is committed to providing thoughtful, practical, and results-driven advice to help clients grow and succeed.
Karlie Robinson has been bootstrapping online businesses since the late 1990s and has been advising small business owners since 2007. She brings her knowledge of lean startups, software technology, and online presence management to her clients. Karlie has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Michigan and has obtained her MBA.
Carl. Bourdelais@outlook. com Carl has worked with the MI SBDC for 28 years.
He has helped thousands of people chasing their dreams, helping them make educated decisions. Prior to his current role, Carl gained experience while working in Manufacturing in New Hampshire and then in Michigan, working in R & D, Process and Quality Control, Marketing, International Business, and Management. He has also taught college level business courses for a variety of institutions over 20 years.
Local involvement included terms on Alpena’s Brownfield Board, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and Thunder Bay Theatre. With over 25 years of leadership experience, Tammy Dupuis brings expertise in people development, business consulting, and economic growth to the Lake Huron Region.
As part of the SBDC team, she supports small businesses across Otsego, Roscommon, Montmorency, Crawford, Ogemaw, and Oscoda Counties, helping them launch, grow, and innovate. A successful small business owner herself, Tammy has a strong track record in innovation, profitability, and customer retention. She holds an advanced degree in Training and Development and has extensive experience in business administration.
Previously, she played a key role in business growth at Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling. Tammy’s position is made possible through a partnership with the Otsego County Economic Alliance, Inc., reinforcing a shared commitment to economic development in Northeastern Michigan. Brent Gettel brings over 25 years of expertise in commercial banking.
He was a Commercial Lender for 15 years in the Great Lakes Bay Region and has experience structuring real estate, equipment and line of credit loan packages. This also includes government-backed, development, and investment loan financing. He has served as a Commercial Loan Underwriter, Portfolio Manager and Analyst on credits throughout the Midwest.
His primary focus as a lender was to small businesses which has equipped him with the background and risk assessment skills to assist our SBDC clients in the Lake Huron Region. Community Engagement Specialist Madison Bourgeois is the Community Engagement Specialist for the Michigan SBDC Lake Huron Region. She focuses on marketing the SBDC to clients and points people in the direction of the SBDC.
Madison is a student worker at Saginaw Valley State University and is working towards her marketing degree. She recently completed her Disney College Program, where she worked as a merchandise hostess in the EPCOT theme park. She has been with the SBDC since September 2024 and is passionate about empowering and supporting small businesses Jeniya is the Intake Coordinator here at the Michigan SBDC Lake Huron Region.
She is the first point of contact for new clients and plays a key role in guiding them through the intake process – that way they get connected with SBDC consultants. She is a student worker at Saginaw Valley State University, going into her third year pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting. As she’s recently stepped into this role, she is excited and committed to supporting small business development across the region.
Community Engagement Specialist Elizabeth Bergevin is the Community Engagement Specialist for the Michigan SBDC Lake Huron Region, where she focuses on outreach and points people in the direction of the SBDC. An undergraduate marketing student at Saginaw Valley State University, Elizabeth recently took the helm of the region’s engagement efforts.
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The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to four (4) Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) that will provide entrepreneurial development services to Native American communities, focusing on supplying services to socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing SBA resources. Eligible applicants must be Tribal Colleges and Universities as defined in the Higher Education Act HEA 316 (U.S.C. 1059c). Funding Opportunity Number: SB-GC7J-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.007. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,ED. Award Amount: Up to $250K per award.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to two (2) private, non-profit organizations that will provide entrepreneurial development services to women, with an emphasis on socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing WBCs for the District of Columbia (DC) and the State of Oregon. There will be one award for each location. Eligible applicants must be private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax exempt status from the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and must provide services to the District of Columbia (DC) and State of Oregon. Funding Opportunity Number: SB-OEDWB-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.043. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,CD,RD. Award Amount: $75K – $150K per award.