JTEKT North America expands manufacturing operation in Greenville
December 7, 2023Global company to invest $48.4 million, add 87 jobs at Greenville, SC facility JTEKT North America, a global leader in engineering and manufacturing automotive systems, bearing solutions and high-performance machine tools,…
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TMC Transportation grows Southeast presence with expansion in Richland County
December 5, 2023$38 million investment will create 185 jobs TMC Transportation, one of the trucking industry’s premier flatbed carriers, announced it is growing its Southeast presence with the expansion of its regional…
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South Carolina leaders graduate from economic development training program
November 30, 2023The SC Economic Development Institute graduates 62 community leaders The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) and the South Carolina Department of Commerce (SCDOC) announced that 62 state and community leaders…
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New HOPE sign in the Main Street District
November 30, 2023A familiar public art installation is getting an upgrade on Main Street, just in time for the holiday season. The HOPE sign, formally called “Hope for Columbia,” has become a…
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Dawn Staley, Coach and Olympian, to receive 2023 Global Vision Award
November 20, 2023The Columbia World Affairs Council announced Coach Dawn Staley as the 2023 Global Vision Award recipient. An Olympic gold medalist, American Basketball Hall of Famer, and head coach of women’s…
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The Main Street District celebrates 22 years of growth and development
November 16, 2023For the 22nd year, the organization hosted an annual meeting to share the success of the district with stakeholders and community partners. The Main Street District (MSD), also known as City…
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Pyramid Contracting breaks ground on 50,000 sq ft spec building in Orangeburg County
November 14, 2023Pyramid Contracting, LLC participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for a state-of-the-art 50,000-square-foot industrial spec building in Orangeburg County. The milestone event was organized by the Orangeburg County Development Commission, showcasing…
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SCbio 2024 Life Sciences conference expects record attendance, over 30 national speakers
November 14, 2023The Science of Success conference addresses key industry issues and topics and bestows industry honors to 600 state, US, and global industry leaders to gather Feb. 6-8 in Greenville. The…
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Global instant ramen leader Nissin Foods to expand with new operations in Greenville County
November 9, 2023Inventors of first instant ramen noodle capitalize on surging demand, growth by adding over 300 new jobs and making $228 million investment in Upstate Nissin Foods, a global leader in…
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Sustain SC launches roadmap to support sustainability initiatives in South Carolina
October 30, 2023Sustain SC launched the Roadmap to Sustain SC, which identifies seven key accelerators that will move South Carolina forward as a sustainable state ensuring economic prosperity and protection of our…
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Mojave Energy Systems establishes operations in Anderson County
October 25, 2023$4 million investment will create 200 new jobs Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today announced that Mojave Energy Systems (Mojave), a clean technology (cleantech) start-up…
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MPF Embarks on a Promising Future: Groundbreaking Event Marks a Milestone
October 20, 2023Manufacturing Precision Feedthrough Products (MPF) kicked off 2023 with fervor and determination to solidify their position as the leading Ceramic-To-Metal manufacturer in the United States. Receiving the prestigious ISO9001-2015 Quality…
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Entrepreneur Minute – James Jordan, Jordon Construction Company
October 19, 2023The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Partners invest $12 million in affordable, workforce and senior housing
October 12, 2023Representatives of Greenville Housing Fund (GHF), the City of Greenville, and Truist Bank gathered at Unity Park for a $12 million ceremonial check presentation and celebration of 147 units of…
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Sprouts Farmers Market breaks ground at Aston Properties’ North Hills Shopping Center
October 12, 2023Aston Properties makes significant investment to enhance historic shopping location on Greenville’s Eastside Aston Properties of Charlotte, NC and Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the largest and fastest growing specialty…
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GADC promotes Gaddy, Smith to senior positions in Greenville County Economic Development organization
October 10, 2023The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) has announced the promotion of two key members of Greenville County’s nationally recognized economic development organization effective October 9, 2023. Tavia CM Gaddy and…
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SC Manufacturers Announce Initiatives Designed to Foster a World-Class Workforce
October 7, 2023In recognition of National Manufacturing Day on October 6, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced a historic partnership with the University of South Carolina (USC) designed to foster a…
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The Beach Company supports 2023 Rose Ball as gold benefactor
October 5, 2023Today, The Beach Company, a Charleston-based full-service real estate firm, announced the company’s participation as a gold benefactor, donating $12,500 to the 27th Rose Ball, Greenville’s longest-running charitable event that…
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SC Technical College System Foundation receives $40,000 Power:Ed grant to expand a tech workforce development program to meet the demand for skilled coders
October 3, 2023The South Carolina Technical College System Foundation (SCTCS Foundation) has been awarded a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to expand Create Opportunity, a tech…
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BEATS Barre Studio cuts ribbon with Mayor Rickenmann on new Gervais Street studio
September 28, 2023Free classes available Oct. 2-7 as part of grand opening celebrations BEATS Barre Studio — a fun and effective body-changing workout — has cut the ribbon on its new studio…
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Books for Less expanding South Carolina footprint to Oconee County with second distribution facility
September 26, 2023$3.1 million investment will create 27 new jobs Books for Less, a wholesale book distributor, announced today it is opening a new warehouse distribution operation in Oconee County. The company’s…
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New ticket prices announced for Crash Course Columbia, driven by COR
September 26, 2023Connect to the community and become a local champion— tickets on sale for Oct. 19-20 tour Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) continues connecting the community with its talent retention initiative, Crash…
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Magnus Development Partners announces new 210,600-square-foot speculative development near Scout Motors
September 26, 2023Magnus Development Partners has broken ground on its latest project named Access 77. The 210,600-square-foot, state-of-the-art spec industrial facility in Richland County. The building will be located in Northpoint Industrial…
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Latitude Corp. expands U.S. footprint by establishing first South Carolina operations in Clarendon County
September 26, 2023$29 million investment will create 200 new jobs Latitude Corp., a contract manufacturer of precision metal manufacturing solutions, today announced plans to expand its U.S. footprint by establishing operations in Clarendon…
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Sustain SC and The Shi Institute at Furman University welcome the third class of SLI Fellows
September 18, 2023Sustain SC and The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University are proud to announce the 2023-2024 class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) fellows. It’s the third SLI class…
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Carnes Crossroads unveils first look of key Agrihood community amenities
September 13, 2023As groundbreaking preparations unfold on highly anticipated amenities, Carnes Crossroads, a thoughtfully planned residential development laying roots for the future of healthy, sustainable communities here in the Lowcountry, is releasing…
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Jason Giulietti selected as new President & CEO for the Central SC Alliance
September 12, 2023New hire anticipated to bring revitalized effort to mission of the regional alliance The Central SC Alliance (CSCA) has hired Jason Giulietti as the organization’s new President & CEO. He…
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Richland County, state agencies to host public involvement meeting on Scout Motors project – Sept. 19
September 11, 2023Community members encouraged to ask questions and submit comments Richland County and several state agencies will host a drop-in style public meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 19 to provide information and…
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Zoo takes next steps toward river views + economic growth
September 7, 2023Phase Two of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s Bridge to the Wild Expansion Promises Extraordinary River Development Zoo takes next steps to increase economic impact in South Carolina Imagine visiting…
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City of West Columbia announces Meeting Street and US-1 Corridor beautification and improvements projects
September 7, 2023The City of West Columbia is excited to announce plans for a major transformation along Meeting Street and the US-1 Corridor. This project aims to support the area’s already established entertainment, retail,…
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Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Launches Visit Laurens County to Promote Tourism
September 5, 2023The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of Visit Laurens County, a new initiative to promote tourism in the area. For many years the Laurens…
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LCDC’s Lynn Finley Earns Statewide Economic Developer Certification
September 3, 2023The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) is proud to announce nine members have recently earned credentials as South Carolina Certified Economic Developers (SCCED). The newly certified statewide economic developers…
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Select SCEDA members earn coveted statewide economic developer certification
August 31, 2023The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) is proud to announce nine members have recently earned credentials as South Carolina Certified Economic Developers (SCCED). The newly certified statewide economic developers…
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Greenville County’s Economic Development leader Mark Farris stepping down
August 30, 2023Recognized for “tremendous contributions to Greenville County economic development” with over $3.9 billion invested, 17,900 jobs created during tenure GREENVILLE, S.C. – After an exemplary 38-year economic development career producing…
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Main Street Laurens Names New Executive Director
August 21, 2023Main Street Laurens, a nationally Accredited Main Street America™ program, has secured their new executive director. Craig Scharton, from Greenville, SC, will begin August 21. With a master’s degree in…
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Clancy & Theys Construction Company taps Brandon Scott & Matthew Praytor for Upstate, SC office
August 16, 2023Fills Role as VP Upstate Division Manager & VP Project Development and Operations Clancy & Theys Construction Company has hired Brandon Scott as the Vice President, Upstate Division Manager and…
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Leadership Series – Jim Stritzinger, South Carolina Broadband Office (SCBBO)
August 15, 2023The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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Carolina Crescent Consortium applies to Economic Development Administration for federal designation
August 14, 2023The application responds to Greenville-Anderson being identified as #1 in the US in strong economic capabilities with significant unrealized potential by building on our strengths to become a global leader…
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Development Project Preview meetings debut at the City of Greenville
August 13, 2023Aiming to better inform residents and increase transparency, the City is adding a new type of monthly public meeting to its schedule. “Project Preview Meetings” will give residents a first…
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TATT holds Elevate Upstate Grant Workshop; Application deadline is September 22
August 8, 2023Ten at the Top recently held an Elevate Upstate Grant Workshop at the nearly completed Bridgeway Station. Over 30 potential grant applicants heard from River Hughes (of grant benefactor Hughes…
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In Site Designs adds Elizabeth Seay as lead commercial Interior Designer
August 7, 2023In Site Designs proudly welcomes Elizabeth Seay, a seasoned and highly skilled Interior Designer, to their Commercial Design team. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art & Interior Design…
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Community Hub, LLC acquires Danny Smith’s Fillin & Fixin station in Simpsonville
August 2, 2023Community Hub, LLC, a Greenville, S.C.-based real estate and development group, is proud to announce the acquisition of Danny Smith’s Fillin & Fixin service station located in the heart of…
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Nelson Lindsay bolsters Parker Poe Consulting’s site selection & economic development services
July 19, 2023Parker Poe Consulting LLC is pleased to announce Nelson Lindsay is joining the firm’s site selection and economic development services division. Nelson brings nearly three decades of expertise in economic…
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Caroline A. Warner receives 2023 Rising Star Award from South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association
July 17, 2023The South Carolina Power Team announced that Caroline A. Warner, Director of Community Development, was awarded the South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) 2023 Rising Star Award. The Rising Star…
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City of Clinton to Host Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of The Makery July 27
July 16, 2023The City of Clinton will host a ribbon cutting for The Makery on Thursday, July 27 at 4:00 pm The Makery is a DIY arts and crafts studio located at…
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Wenker growing South Carolina presence with US headquarters in Greenville County
July 11, 2023Wenker, Inc., a leading automotive supplier, has announced plans to grow its South Carolina presence by establishing its new U.S. headquarters in Greenville County, S.C. The company’s $3.1 million investment…
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SC Ports, City of Charleston share new plan for Union Pier
June 20, 2023City-led, community-driven planning process going forward In partnership with the City of Charleston, South Carolina Ports is bringing forth a new city-led and community-driven planning process to guide the redevelopment…
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Global Location Strategies taps Melancon for VP/Marketing
June 20, 2023Greenville-based Global Location Strategies (GLS), one of the world’s leading corporate site selection firms, has hired Lori Melançon for the new position of Vice President of Marketing. Her primary responsibility…
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Sage Parts establishing new global headquarters, expanding team with facility in Greenville County
June 15, 2023World market leader in replacement parts for aviation ground support equipment to invest $1.7 million and create 73 new jobs at new headquarters, distribution facility Sage Parts Plus, Inc. (Sage…
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Sage Parts establishes new global HQ, expands team with facility in Greenville County
June 15, 2023World market leader in replacement parts for aviation ground support equipment to invest $1.7 million, create 73 jobs Sage Parts Plus, Inc. (Sage Parts), a global leader in replacement parts for…
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