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Innovation can do more than just drive growth – it can lower your tax bill. 

Discover how to unlock meaningful tax savings through the federal R&D tax credit, the payroll tax offset, and Michigan’s new R&D tax credit. This session will cover what’s new, who qualifies, which activities are eligible, and practical strategies companies can use to maximize their benefits. Join us February 26 to learn how to make your innovation work harder for your bottom line.

About the Presenter:
This SPARK.ed is hosted by Ann Arbor SPARK and led by Julie Peters, CPA, Principal, Plante Moran.

Julie specializes in tax incentives for technology and service industry companies, including research and development tax credits, cost segregation services, IRS exam defense, qualified business income deductions, payroll credits, and other tax incentives. Her work is dedicated to helping clients save tax dollars, enabling them to meet their business objectives. Clients appreciate her transparency and ability to simplify complex tax issues. She has a Bachelor of Science in accounting and finance and Master of Accounting from Grand Valley State University.