More than 1,200 operations of international firms have found a second home in South Carolina, and this number continues to grow. Foreign-affiliated companies (majority-owned) employ more than 145,000 South Carolinians—7% of the state's private industry employment. SC Commerce has a long and successful track record of helping international companies establish, relocate and expand business operations in the US and North American markets.
The state has had a presence in Europe and Asia for decades, where we provide advisory and support services including:
- Identification of suitable communities, sites and buildings
- Detailed information on industry sectors and operating costs
- Introduction to the state’s pro-business environment
- Access to technical and workforce training programs
- Government assistance, language interpretation and customary procedures
- An on-the-ground point of contact
- Trade assistance
- The SC Landing Pad program, with assistance and connections to create your first US presence