Editor’s Note: This story is part of Momentum: The people and companies shaping what’s next, a weekly series that explores new ventures, founder support, and the resources powering entrepreneurship and small businesses across seven counties in Southwest Michigan. This project is sponsored by Southwest Michigan First.
KALAMAZOO, MI — Running a storefront business can be one of the hardest jobs. You handle inventory, staffing, margins, marketing, customer expectations — and you also worry about the economy and online competitors.
Expert help will be available for business owners in Southwest Michigan starting next Tuesday, May 12. It’s the Brick & Mortar Retail, Restaurant & Service Storefront Growth Lab sponsored by the Southwest Michigan First Chamber, which says, “This was built for owners who are ready to step back, get clear, and build a sharper, more sustainable business. This is not a seminar. It is not a networking event…