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Workforce: Lowcountry Training Center a Result of Collaboration

In 2015, Mercedes-Benz Vans and Volvo Cars both announced the establishment of significant manufacturing op

Message from Secretary Hitt: Offering Unmatched Logistics Assets in S.C.

In business, it's no secret that companies locate where they feel they can have success and be profitable.

Existing Industry: 46 Years Later, S.C. Has Become a Leader in the Tire Industry

On this day in 1973, Michelin announced plans to establish its first major manufacturing operations in the United S

Message from Secretary Hitt: Driving South Carolina's Economy

In 1994, the first South Carolina-made BMW rolled off the assembly line at the German automaker's Upstate plant

Message from Secretary Hitt: Going Global to Grow Life Sciences in South Carolina

In 2017, recognizing the burgeoning of South Carolina's life sciences industry, S.C.

Message from Secretary Hitt: South Carolina's Economy Diversified in 2018

Two-time Super Bowl champion football coach Bill Parcells once said, "If you've ever won a championship, then t

Message from Secretary Hitt: Bringing Opportunities to Rural South Carolina

In economic development, it's often said that companies don't locate to a city or a state; they locate to a com

Message from Secretary Hitt: Globally Connected in S.C.

With more than 1,200 locations of foreign-based firms operating within our borders, Team South Carolina underst

Message from Secretary Hitt: Prioritizing Relationships in South Carolina

It's often said that, at its heart, business is about people.

Message from Secretary Hitt: High-Tech South Carolina

Young people in today's South Carolina grew up never knowing of a time before globally-recognized industry lead

Innovation: Collaboration Opens Pitch Lab to Innovators From Across S.C.

Earlier this year, the S.C.

Existing Industry: Automotive Supplier Matchmaker Scheduled for February

It’s often said that major industries are like the oak trees that populate our state.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Preparation Leads to Opportunity for Team S.C.

It's often said that opportunities arise when you prepare for them.

Recycling: Council Holds Meeting, Continues to Advance Key Initiatives

Today, Thursday, November 15 is recognized as National Recycling Day.

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

While industry giants often dominate the business headlines, more than 97 percent of all private employers in S