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

It's often said that economic development is a team sport.

Message from Secretary Hitt: A Backbone of Existing Industry

American businessman and entrepreneur James Cash “J.C.” Penney Jr.

Innovation: Scribble Resource Launched at DigSouth

Last week, the state’s innovation community gained a powerful tool to transform ideas into reality and provide more connectivity.

International: INCOterms and Foreign Trade Zones Event Announced

As South Carolina’s economy continues to grow in its global connectivity, more companies are beginning to explore the opportunities available for exporting and international trade.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Keeping S.C. on the Cutting Edge

As South Carolina’s high-tech economy continues to flourish, it is critical that we have an educated, job-ready digital workforce.

International: S.C. Commerce International Team Visits the Palmetto State

With more than 70 percent of the world’s purchasing power located outside of the United States, tremendous opportunities exist for South Carolina beyond the borders of our state.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Boosting Global Connectivity

South Carolina has made a name for itself as a place that can not only make high-quality products, but can ship them around the world. And, for centuries, the state's ports have played an integral role in South Carolina's global connectivity.

Message from Secretary Hitt: South Carolina's Sustainable Industry

With a rich and storied history in manufacturing, South Carolina has long been known as a state that excels at

Message from Secretary Hitt: S.C.'s Large International Footprint

Although South Carolina has always been

Message from Secretary Hitt: Team S.C. Well-Represented in Paris at Composites Trade Show

To make the advanced products that come off assembly lines in all corners of South Carolina, manufacturers need

Message from Secretary Hitt: S.C.-Made Goes Worldwide

This week, the U.S. Department of Commerce released 2018 year-end trade data for each state.

Appalachian Regional Commission an Important Partner

It’s often said that economic development is a team sport.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Making Things in SC

British inventor and businessman James Dyson once said, "Manufacturing is more than just putting parts together

Message from Secretary Hitt: Improving the Quality of Life in South Carolina

Despite our busy schedules and the fast-paced nature of economic development, it's always a good idea to t