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News in professional development: SCEDA names scholarship after longtime Commerce team member

The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) recently hosted its annual conference on Hilton Head Island, and one of the most memorable moments from this year’s event was when the organization named a scholarship for its professional development program in honor of longtime S.C. Commerce team member, Maceo Nance.

Distribution and Logistics: Walmart opens new distribution center in Dorchester County

Walmart’s newest distribution center is officially open for business in Dorchester County. The $220 million, 3 million-square-foot facility, located in Ridgeville, will supply several regional distribution centers supporting approximately 850 Walmart stores and Sam’s Clubs across South Carolina and beyond.

Business Connections: S.C. Commerce teams up with SC Competes for tech/logistics B2B matchmaker

Relationships are the backbone of industry, and S.C. Commerce’s B2B events are one of the many opportunities Commerce provides to help businesses work together and find that perfect match.

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.

Miwon Specialty Chemical Co. USA celebrates grand opening in Richland County

The Richland County community celebrated the grand opening of its newest manufacturer Miwon Specialty Chemical Co. USA on Tuesday. Miwon Specialty Chemical Co. USA’s new 65,000-square-foot-facility – located in Pineview Industrial Park – is the South Korean-based company’s first U.S. manufacturing operation.

Advanced Manufacturing: Nucor Steel clinches Manufacturing Madness title

The votes are in! The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance has announced the winner of its Manufacturing Madness contest, and Nucor Steel Berkeley is taking home the bragging rights.

Workforce Development: Roadtrip Nation hits Darlington Raceway

S.C. Commerce sped to Darlington Raceway to welcome Roadtrip Nation’s famous green RV on Tuesday, March 29.

Going Green: Recycling impact in South Carolina

Global Recycling Day may only come once a year, but in South Carolina, impactful recycling work is happening daily. In advance of Global Recycling Day 2022 (Friday, March 18), SC Commerce and the Recycling Market Development Advisory Council (RMDAC) unveiled its RMDAC 2021 Annual Report, featuring record-setting industry figures.

S.C. rural summit reconvenes in-person programming, connecting statewide rural development leaders

South Carolina’s various rural regions are home to unique communities, steeped in rich traditions and culture. To celebrate the economic development opportunities and solutions as distinctive as the communities, statewide rural leaders convened in Rock Hill for the 32nd Annual S.C. Rural Summit on March 6 – 8.

News in Automotive: B2B matchmaker creates opportunities for SC suppliers and OEMs

B2BWith an economic impact of $27 billion, the automotive industry is a major driver in the Palmetto State. To accelerate the advancement of this sector, the South Carolina Automotive Summit – which wraps up Thursday – brings together top minds in the industry each year.

News in Life Sciences: SCBIO hosts record-setting conference

A record-setting number of life sciences leaders and stakeholders from six countries, 26 states and from across South Carolina gathered in Charleston February 22-24 for the organization’s annual conference.

Manufacturing Madness: What’s the coolest thing made in S.C.?

Manu MadnessFrom fighter jets to luxury automobiles, and lifesaving medical devices to home appliances, South Carolina has earned a reputation for making some of the most complex products in the world.

Shipping and logistics: Maritime Association of South Carolina Gala

Commerce Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III had the opportunity to serve as keynote speaker at the 96th annual Maritime Association of South Carolina Gala.

News in workforce education: Secretary Lightsey joins technical college leaders to talk education efforts

Harry Tech CollegeCommerce Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III had the opportunity to meet with technical college commissioners from across the state on Wednesday to discuss the importance of economic development stakeholders and education officials working together to ensure the success and future of South Carolina’s workforce.

News across the state: S.C. Commerce in the Pee Dee

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