Back to Search

Webinar: Leverage Federal Opportunities for Growth and Innovation

Thursday, February 26, 2026 (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM) (EST)

Description



About this Webinar

This webinar is designed to help businesses, community leaders, and stakeholders understand key provisions of the act known as One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) and how they can leverage these opportunities for growth and innovation.
 
We will explore critical topics, including:
  • Opportunity Zones
  • New tax credits, such as the R&D Tax Credit
  • The advanced manufacturing tax credit
  • Small business provisions
Attendees will gain practical insights into how these changes may affect their operations and learn strategies to maximize the benefits available to them.

Speakers

Nadia Abunasser, Federal Opportunities Director, Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Jordan Fazio, Senior Director, Source Advisors
Michael Matthews, Director of Government Relations, National Association of Development Organizations
Jennifer Rigterink, Assistant Director, State & Federal Affairs, Michigan Municipal League

Thank You Sponsor

SMG QROF (SMG Qualified Rural Opportunity Fund) supports long-term community investment and economic development across Northern Michigan and other qualifying rural Opportunity Zones. We help educate investors, business owners, and local stakeholders on how Opportunity Zone policy can catalyze housing, operating businesses, and essential infrastructure—while encouraging responsible, place-based outcomes. Our focus is building a practical pipeline of Qualified Opportunity Zone Businesses (QOZBs) and projects that can strengthen communities through job creation, improved services, and durable assets.
Contact: Josh Billington | 906-280-5290 | josh@smgdevelopment.co
Website: www.smgdevelopment.co

Pricing

MEDA Members: $30

Future Members: $45 Join MEDA

Webinar Subscribers: $0 Learn More

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations must be received in writing to cjorae@medaweb.org or submitted via the Info Hub on or before February 19th to receive a full refund.
  • Cancellations between February 20th and 24th will be refunded less 50%.
  • There will be no refunds on February 25th or after.
  • Those who do not cancel and do not attend will be charged the full registration fee.
  • MEDA is not responsible for technical difficulties due to your equipment, internet connection, email firewall, etc.
Zoom
Event Contact
Cassandra Jorae
517-241-0011
 Send Email
Thursday, February 26, 2026 (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM) (EST)
Please log in 5 minutes before the listed start time.
Registration Closed
Powered By GrowthZone