Palmetto Partners Guiding Economic Development in South Carolina
Palmetto Partners is a collaborative network of organizations that supports economic development across South Carolina, including SC Commerce, the state’s regional economic development alliances, private-sector partners and industry leaders.
The Palmetto Partners Program is designed to provide a public-private framework necessary to execute activities that both complement SC Commerce's traditionally funded business recruitment and retention efforts and are critical to maintaining the state’s competitive advantage. The program’s distinction lies in its invitation-only membership of 25 organizations selected by the Governor for their strong economic development contributions to their industries and to the state’s economy. These Partners serve as trusted advisors, offering informed guidance that supports the state's economic priorities and strengthens long-term competitiveness. Likewise, Partner programming helps position and accelerate economic development in South Carolina.
