The Rural Summit provides community leaders, economic developers, and state officials the opportunity to come together and learn about innovative methods to improve rural South Carolina.

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The SC Automotive Summit draws C-level executives, managers and other top decision makers of OEMs, Tier 1, 2 and 3 suppliers, leading research institutions, test facilities, logistics and other service providers and organizations directly tied to the automotive industry. There will be opportunities to connect to industry peers, suppliers and service providers as well.  

Please note:  B2B Matchmaking will take place on March 1st!  Registration opening soon!

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Tuesday, March 1st

The S.C. Department of Commerce Business Services division is hosting a webinar titled Supporting South Carolina Businesses on Wednesday, May 19th.

The 2021 SC Auto Summit is set for May 11-13. The event draws C-level executives, managers and other top decision makers of OEMs, Tier 1, 2, and 3 suppliers, leading research institutions, test facilities, logistics and other service providers and organizations directly tied to the automotive industry. 

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Save the date for the 2020 S.C. Automotive Summit coming up in Greenville. The event draws C-level executives and other top decision makers of OEMs, tier one, two and three suppliers, leading research institutions and other organizations directly tied to the automotive industry.

Led by Governor McMaster and in partnership with the Office of US Senator Tim Scott and the Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA), the state of South Carolina will present the Governor’s Opportunity Zones Summit on January 25, 2019.

Hosted at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, the one-day Summit will feature industry experts, providing the most up-to-date, innovative thinking for business and community leaders to maximize the positive impact of Opportunity Zones.

For the first time in its 29 year history, the South Carolina Rural Summit will be held in Orangeburg County. Roquemore Auditorium, on the campus of Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College, will be the site for the March 4 and 5 Summit. Orangeburg County is rolling out the red carpet to welcome you and other leaders throughout South Carolina.

The Women's Business Summit is designed for women on a growth trajectory and who want to thrive in their business, life and community. The event is Tuesday, November 5 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Keynote speakers include S.C. Lt. Governor Pamela Evette and S.C. Commerce Deputy Secretary Jennifer Fletcher.

 

The South Carolina Department of Commerce, SC Biz News, SC Manufacturing Extension Partnership and SC Aerospace are pleased to host the 2019 South Carolina Manufacturing Conference and Expo on October 29, 2019 in North Charleston, South Carolina. The conference will include B2B Supplier Networking.

2019 South Carolina Manufacturing Conference and Expo
October 29, 2019
1:30 - 4:30 p.m. 
Charleston Convention Center * North Charleston, SC