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S.C. Commerce team meets with economic development leaders from across the state to ensure South Carolina’s sustainable advantage

A cornerstone of South Carolina’s economic development efforts is ability key players have to work together. The state has a proven ability to work together – quickly and efficiently – to recruit new companies and to grow existing industry across South Carolina.

2022 South Carolina wins and accomplishments

From record expansions to ribbon cuttings, 2022 has been a year of economic wins and celebrations in all corners of South Carolina. Not only has the state been successful in recruiting new industry, but S.C.'s existing companies continue to grow and thrive, expanding their footprints across the state. 

Sustainability at the forefront in S.C.

The future of commerce and conservation was at the forefront of Sustain SC’s inaugural Sustainability Symposium that was held last week in Columbia.

S.C. leading the way in EV transformation

A revolution in the automotive industry is underway, and South Carolina is helping lead the charge. Already known as an automotive powerhouse that boasts some of the world’s biggest names, South Carolina is now a major driver in the electric vehicle (EV) shift – with a growing roster of automotive companies making commitments to build next-generation vehicles in the state.

Celebrating manufacturing across South Carolina

ManuSouth Carolina produces some of the most complex products in the world. Each time a finished product rolls off an assembly line in the state – whether an electric vehicle, a top-of-the-line washing machine or a fighter jet – it continues to solidify S.C.’s reputation as a location that excels in advanced manufacturing.

S.C. Commerce awarded grant to support export assistance programs

State of South Carolina receives U.S. Small Business Administration funding

S.C. Commerce launches new LocateSC online platform

Upgraded site selection tool offers complex data layers to spur business growth and investment

Supplier Outreach: S.C. Commerce hosts B2B event for E. & J. Gallo Winery

S.C. Commerce teamed up with Chester County and E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) last week to help grow the company’s local supplier network. 25 companies had the opportunity to meet one-on-one with Gallo representatives to build prospective business relationships.

Hurricane Preparedness: Resources available to S.C. businesses

The 2022 hurricane season is officially underway, and according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this year is predicted to be “above-average” with 14 to 21 named storms.

Scribble season four lineup announced

Notes on Innovation series highlights S.C. innovators and entrepreneurs

News in business relationships: B2B supplier outreach event for E. & J. Gallo Winery

S.C. Commerce is teaming up with Chester County Economic Development and E. & J. Gallo Winery to host an in-person supplier event for South Carolina companies.

Secretary Lightsey talks Commerce mission and vision across the state

Since taking the role of Secretary of Commerce last June, Secretary Harry Lightsey has been crisscrossing the state and meeting with economic development leaders and stakeholders with the mission to create opportunities and increase choices for all South Carolinians.