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Message from Secretary Hitt: Small Business is Big Business in S.C.

On Monday, small business owners and entrepreneurs across the United States kicked off National Small Business Week.

Recycling: Food Waste Reduction Campaign Grows

Each year, South Carolina produces approximately 600,000 tons of food waste.

Innovation: Introducing Managing Director Laura Corder

Last week, S.C. Commerce welcomed a new addition to the agency -- Laura Corder, managing director of the state's Office of Innovation.

International: Export Training Opportunity on June 15

More than 70 percent of the world’s purchasing power is located outside of the United States. Recognizing this, S.C.

Alcami Corporation growing operations in Charleston County

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Moore’s Food Resources locating new facility in Greenville County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Moore’s Food Resources, a provider of all-natural foods, is locating new operations in Greenville County.

BAE Systems, Inc. expanding Aiken County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – BAE Systems, Inc., an international leader in the defense industry, is expanding its existing operations in Aiken County. The company is projected to bring $8.4 million of new investment and create more than 120 jobs.

S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Office of Innovation Managing Director

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that Laura Corder has joined the agency as Managing Director of the Office of Innovation.

JSI Store Fixtures Inc. expanding Greenville County presence

COLUMBIA, S.C. – JSI Store Fixtures Inc., a market-leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality merchandising displays for the supermarket industry, is expanding its Greenville County facility.

Caristrap International locating corporate headquarters in Greenville County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Caristrap International, a manufacturer of industrial strapping systems, is locating its new corporate headquarters in Greenville County.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Team S.C. on the Move

On May 13, the largest ship to ever call on the U.S.

LuLaRoe locating new distribution center in Richland County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – LuLaRoe, a national provider of women’s and men’s clothing, is locating a new distribution center in Richland County.

Mid-States Packaging launching new operations in Charleston County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Mid-States Packaging, Inc., a full-service logistics and warehousing provider, is locating new operations in Charleston County. The $5.2 million investment is expected to bring 30 new jobs to the community.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Team South Carolina's Winning Streak

Last weekend, for the first time in history, a South Carolinian -- Wesley Bryan -- won the RBC Heritage golf tournament on Hilton Head Island, continuing what's been a

Existing Industry: Businesses Connect at BMW Diversity Event

It’s often said that major industries are like oak trees. As they thrive and expand, many things can develop and grow in their drip lines.