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Message from Secretary Hitt: Economic Diversity is Strength for Team S.C.

It’s often said that strength lies in diversity. For Team South Carolina, that notion certainly rings true.

Workforce: USC Strengthens Industry Partnerships

American entrepreneur Henry Ford once said, “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” Referring to th

Element Materials Technology opening Anderson County facility

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Element Materials Technology (Element), a leader in materials and product qualification testing, today announced plans to open new operations in Anderson County.

Longleaf Packaging, LLC locating new operations in Orangeburg County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Longleaf Packaging, LLC today announced plans to establish a new manufacturing facility in Orangeburg County. The company’s $6 million investment is projected to create 28 new jobs in the community.

S.C. Department of Commerce again awarded grant to support export assistance programs

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Commerce has been awarded a State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for the seventh year.

Green Cloud Technologies growing its Greenville County headquarters

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Green Cloud Technologies, one of the nation’s fastest-growing providers of hosted solutions and services, today announced the opening of its new Greenville County headquarters.

South Carolina to offer free code education for all residents

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C.

Message from Secretary Hitt: A Resilient Team South Carolina

Football coach Nick Saban once said, "One thing about championship teams is that they're resilient." Reflecting the tenacity that permea

Message from Secretary Hitt: The Strong Reputation of the S.C. Workforce

In March 2015, Mercedes-Benz Vans doubled down on its commitment to South Carolina, announcing plans to invest $500 million in a new van

Green Tech Solution, Inc launching new Cherokee County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Green Tech Solution, Inc today announced plans to locate new recycling operations in Cherokee County. The company’s $75 million investment is projected to create approximately 200 new jobs.

JTEKT North America expands Greenville County headquarters

COLUMBIA, S.C.—JTEKT North America (JTEKT), a subsidiary of global automotive and industrial supplier JTEKT Corporation, has completed a $5.8 million expansion of its headquarters on the campus of the Clemson University

ShayoNano USA, Inc. launching new Chester County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – ShayoNano USA, Inc., an innovative developer of advanced materials, today announced plans to construct a new manufacturing facility in Chester County.

Existing Industry: Annual SCBIO Event Taking Place in October

Comprised of more than 400 firms, life sciences has become one of South Carolina’s top industries.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Team S.C. Continues its Winning Ways

This weekend, college football fans across the state will don school colors, packing stadiums to observe the 2018 edition of their favor

Innovation: MUSC and Siemens Announce Collaboration

Over the last few decades, South Carolina’s economy has transformed, becoming much more high-tech and diverse. To remain competitive in this more advanced economic landscape, Team South Carolina must stay on the forefront of industry innovation.