Commerce News

COLUMBIA, S.C. – As part of the 25th Annual Industry Appreciation Week, the South Carolina Department of Commerce last week announced the 2016 Ambassadors for Economic Development. Recognized for their exceptional efforts to bolster community and economic development activities in South Carolina, the ambassadors were honored in a ceremony held on Thursday, April 28 at the Governor’s Mansion Complex. This year, 46 individuals – one from each county – were selected.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – On Friday, November 14, more than 50 local leaders and development professionals from across South Carolina completed the 2014 South Carolina Economic Development Institute.  Institute attendees received their Certificates of Completion during the final day of the 2014 Institute held at the City of Greer Events Complex.

COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina Department of Commerce, along with several partner organizations, will be hosting a small business lender matchmaker event on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Columbia, S.C.

The workshop is aimed at assisting small business owners with financing strategies as well as providing opportunities to connect with potential lenders. Small business owners will also learn from finance professionals on how to improve their business strategies and prepare for funding challenges.

COLUMBIA, S.C. –For the sixth consecutive year, the State of South Carolina has set a record for total export sales. Today, Gov. Nikki Haley, the South Carolina Department of Commerce and the South Carolina Ports Authority announced that the State’s 2015 export sales totaled $30.9 billion, according to data from the U.S. Department of Commerce. The figure represents a more than four percent increase over the 2014 total.

COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina Department of Commerce gathered leaders from across the state on Monday, February 29 and Tuesday, March 1 for the 2016 South Carolina Rural Summit.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Commerce Office of Innovation today announced the S.C. Innovation Hub – an online tool for the state’s innovation community. Supplying individuals and businesses within the technology sector a platform to access resources and connect with one another, this new site allows registered users to post news stories, events and other information.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Commerce today announced the official launch of its new Landing Pad program. A collaborative effort with the state’s regional economic development alliances, the Landing Pad program aims to assist established companies from around the world who are looking to enter either the U.S. or South Carolina markets for the first time.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Commerce today announced that Elisabeth M. Kovacs has been promoted to Deputy Director of Workforce Development. Kovacs will be responsible for day-to-day activities regarding the state’s new Coordinating Council for Workforce Development – an initiative which was created by legislation passed earlier this year. Additionally, Kovacs will continue to manage the state’s Regional Education Centers and 12 Regional Workforce Advisors.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Commerce and North Carolina Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service this week partnered to host a two-day event, featuring a meeting of the S.C.