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Programs That Move Business Forward
Starting a business is one challenge. Building the right relationships, preparing for growth, and finding the right opportunities are the next.
APACC connects entrepreneurs, small businesses, and business professionals with practical resources, business education, and relationships that help them move forward. Whether you are launching in Michigan, preparing to work with larger companies, expanding your visibility, or developing as a business leader, there is an APACC program built to support your next step.
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Find the Right Program for You
Explore the APACC program that best supports your next step.
Starting or growing a small business?
Build your knowledge, strengthen your business readiness, and connect with people who can help you grow.
Looking for affordable access to APACC?
Explore funded membership opportunities that remove the cost barrier for qualifying small businesses and professionals.
Developing leaders inside your organization?
Connect ERG, BRG, ARG, and Business Impact leaders with peers, strategies, and professional-development opportunities.
New to doing business in Michigan?
Find practical business information in English, Mandarin Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese.
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Small Business Growth & Readiness
Prepare your business for its next opportunity.
Build stronger business practices, increase your visibility, and connect with companies and resources that can support your growth.
Programs include educational webinars, supplier-readiness experiences, business tours, and relationship-building events.
Best for: Small-business owners preparing to grow, compete, or build corporate relationships.
2026 Programs
- Business Acquisition: How to Find, Structure, and Close the Right Deal Without the Costly Mistakes
Tuesday, April 21. Watch the webinar recording here. - Supplier Capacity Readiness Tour
Wednesday, August 5, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at PTM Corporation. Register here. - Business, Brand & Influence Networking
Monday, September 14, 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Bamboo Royal Oak. Register here.
- Business Acquisition: How to Find, Structure, and Close the Right Deal Without the Costly Mistakes
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Empowering Small Business Success
Access APACC membership without the financial barrier.
This program provides qualifying businesses and professionals with a fully funded APACC membership, business connections, resources, and access to APACC events.
Small-business grants include:
- One year of Silver Entrepreneur Membership
- One ticket to East-West Business Connection
- One ticket to the APACC Annual Gala
- One ticket to Blood of the Dragon
All currently funded 2026 grants have been awarded.
Applications are accepted year-round on a first-come, first-served basis.Best for: Qualifying small businesses with 50 or fewer employees and individual professionals seeking access to APACC.
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InnovAPACC
Build leadership influence across companies and industries.
InnovAPACC brings together ERG, BRG, ARG, and Business Impact leaders to exchange practical strategies, strengthen leadership visibility, and learn from peers across industries.
Participation is available to representatives from APACC Gold and Elite member companies. Individual professional-development access is also available.
Best for: ERG leaders, Business Impact leaders, and professionals focused on leadership growth.
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Navigating Michigan
Start and grow your Michigan business with greater confidence.
Navigating Michigan is a multilingual resource guide that helps new and aspiring business owners understand key steps, requirements, and resources for doing business in Michigan.
Available in:
Best for: New business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and multilingual business communities.
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Featured Events
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Event Calendar
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Connecting Business. Advancing Opportunity.