WMed Innovation Ctr.

Board members can, and should, offer more than traditional advice. "Boards Need to Rethink How They Advise CEOs" hbr.org/2026/03/boards…

Just because your team is busy doesn't mean they are doing their best work. Make sure they have time to think and not just do. "How (and why) to give your team time to think" fastcompany.com/91502718/how-a…

One-on-one conversations can be effective, but speaking to many people at once can really amp up business opportunities. "3 Public Speaking Lessons For Faster Business Growth" forbes.com/sites/chelseat…

Just because AI is all the rage doesn't mean you should use it all the time. "When Not to Use AI" sloanreview.mit.edu/article/when-n…

It seems like it is never a good time to raise prices. "Price Increases: Should You Make the Move Now?" bigideasforsmallbusiness.com/price-increase…

Being a good leader does not mean having all the answers. "When Executive Presence Backfires" hbr.org/2026/04/when-e…

Our Director Sandra Cochrane is on a panel exploring University & Healthcare Innovation at the 2026 Midwest Showcase in Detroit on May 6th. Learn more and register at projectmedtech.com/event-details/…

It's no April Fool's joke--our rental rates really do start at $25 per square foot per year. If you need affordable, high-quality lab space, check out the WMed Innovation Center in Kalamazoo. We have plenty of space available for your lab-based company. wmed.edu/innovationcent…

A deep clean of your office is a good start, but there are other aspects of your business than can benefit from an annual sprucing-up. "The Unseen Spring Cleaning that Boosts Your Bottom Line" bigideasforsmallbusiness.com/the-unseen-spr…

Self-reflection can be hard but might be necessary. "Are You the Problem at Work? These 15 Questions Will Reveal the Truth." entrepreneur.com/leadership/15-…

Determining if a new hire is an employee or an independent contractor can be a confusing matter with serious legal and tax implications. "Navigating Worker Classification: The Confusion Continues" bigideasforsmallbusiness.com/navigating-wor…

How you react to a big set-back makes all the difference in how your team responds. "When Your Startup Takes a Hit: How Founders Can Rebuild Team Morale" startupnation.com/manage-your-bu…

There are bad actors everywhere. Stay sharp and maintain a healthy skepticism. "Beware of AI Cons Targeting Entrepreneurs" startupceoreflections.com/beware-of-ai-c…

Lab space ✅ Office space ✅ Shared scientific equipment ✅ Business support services ✅ Learn more at wmed.edu/innovationcent…

Organization and documentation is arguably even more important in a fast moving start-up than in a more staid corporation. "Why Documenting Everything Will Save Your Startup (and Your Sanity)" startupnation.com/grow-your-busi…

Sometimes it is hard for board members to stay in their lane. "What to Do When Your Board Is Meddling in Operational Work" hbr.org/2026/03/what-t…

If you're a woman seeking to start a business of your own, 2026 is a great time to do it. "Women-Owned Businesses in 2026: What the Latest Data Reveals" bigideasforsmallbusiness.com/women-owned-bu…