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Archive for July, 2010
28
Jul
Contributor Spotlight: Santee Cooper
Posted by: rblackwell
The Upstate SC Alliance would like to recognize Santee Cooper and thank them for their ongoing support towards regional economic development. Without contributors like Santee Cooper the Upstate SC Alliance would not be able to market and brand the Upstate SC community to the world to attract new jobs and new business investment.
Here is Santee Cooper’s testimonial on “why” they support the Upstate’s marketing arm:
“Upstate SC Alliance has done a tremendous job attracting global business leaders to its 10-county area and helping established businesses grow and prosper. Santee Cooper supports Upstate SC Alliance and its collaborative approach to marketing for the long-term, based on building and protecting a dynamic brand for the region it serves.
Like Upstate SC Alliance, Santee Cooper understands that a diverse and vibrant economy benefits everyone. Santee Cooper is South Carolina’s largest producer of electricity and takes seriously its responsibility to provide reliable, low-cost and environmentally protective power to all 46 counties of the state. Our natural gas-fueled Rainey Generating Station, in Anderson County, is a prime example of our commitment to a diverse generating mix that will best serve all our customers. Santee Cooper knows that affordable and reliable electricity is key to attracting and keeping business and industry in our state and serves as a cornerstone to our mission, to be the leading resource for improving the quality of life for all of South Carolina.”
To learn more about the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, please click here.
The Upstate SC Alliance again thanks Santee Cooper and the other 180+ contributors that support the Alliance’s efforts in positioning the Upstate to succeed in attracting new jobs and bringing about an enhanced quality of life for the citizens of the ten county region known as Upstate South Carolina.
26
Jul
Independent Pipe Products Opens New Facility in Abbeville County
Posted by: rblackwell
Gov. Mark Sanford, Abbeville County Council Chairman Claude Thomas and Ron Hopton- Jones, president of Independent Pipe Products, today gathered in Abbeville County to celebrate the opening of Independent Pipe Products.
26
Jul
Gov. Sanford Welcomes Astra/CFX to South Carolina
Posted by: rblackwell
Gov. Mark Sanford today joined state and local officials and company leaders to celebrate the grand opening of Astra/CFX in Greer. Based in Florida, Astra/CFX will create 100 jobs and invest $9 million in the new Upstate facility that will specialize in tire and wheel assembly for the new BMW X3.
26
Jul
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Seminar in the Upstate
Posted by: rblackwell
Diesel emissions are a major cause of pollution in the Upstate and are a big reason why the area is close to not meeting strict EPA air quality standards. Maintaining “attainment” is crucial for economic development.
The event on July 28th will educate and inform local businesses and governments of how to retrofit on and off road vehicles to reduce diesel emissions. Just as importantly, it will inform those in attendance how to access money to do the retrofits.
22
Jul
Contributor Spotlight: Greenville-Spartanburg Airport
Posted by: rblackwell
The Upstate SC Alliance would like to recognize the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport and thank them for their ongoing support towards regional economic development. Without contributors like Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport the Upstate SC Alliance would not be able to market and brand the Upstate SC community to the world to attract new jobs and new business investment.
Here is GSP’s testimonial on “why” they support the Upstate’s marketing arm:
“Aviation is a key ingredient to a regions strong robust economy and its ability to sustain existing business and industry while at the same time serve as a beacon for new opportunities. This explains the partnership between the Upstate SC Alliance and GSP International Airport.
The recent GSP announcement concerning the upcoming arrival of Southwest Airlines is a shining example of a public/private regional economic development effort that was fully supported by the Upstate SC Alliance. One of the many things that attracted Southwest to our region is the current sophisticated global mix of business and industry. However, the real magnet is the promise that this is just the beginning.
Because of the efforts the Upstate SC Alliance, GSP and its partner airlines and tenants will continue to enjoy success while at the same time help to support and stimulate the region’s economy.”
To learn more about the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, please click here.
The Upstate SC Alliance again thanks the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport and the other 180+ contributors that support the Alliance’s efforts in positioning the Upstate to succeed in attracting new jobs and bringing about an enhanced quality of life for the citizens of the ten county region known as Upstate South Carolina.
16
Jul
South Carolina Remains National Leader in Engineering Workforce
Posted by: rblackwell
Numbers from the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate that South Carolina continues to rank among the top states in the nation for employment in several important engineering occupations.
16
Jul
Greenville, SC Noted for Strong Overall Employment Outlook
Posted by: rblackwell
Where is hiring strongest? Businessweek.com ranked the 100 largest metropolitan statistical areas, based on Manpower’s data about businesses’ Q1, Q2, and Q3 hiring forecasts. So far this year, Washington has shown the strongest overall employment outlook, followed by San Antonio and Greenville, S.C. Employers display the worst employment outlook in Las Vegas, Reno, Nev., and Detroit.
To read the full article - Washington is the Nation’s Strongest Job Market
Businessweek’s Profile – No. 3 Strongest Job Market: Greenville-Mauldin-Easley, S.C.
16
Jul
State of South Carolina Ranks No. 31 For Business
Posted by: rblackwell
The State of South Carolina is up six spots to number 31 this year on CNBC’s annual “America’s Top States for Business” list. The network ranks each state according to ten different categories – cost of doing business, workforce, quality of life, economy, transportation and infrastructure, technology and innovation, education, business friendliness, access to capital and cost of living.
14
Jul
Contributor Spotlight: Piedmont Technical College
Posted by: rblackwell
The Upstate SC Alliance would like to recognize Piedmont Technical College and thank them for their ongoing support towards regional economic development. Without contributors like Piedmont Technical College the Upstate SC Alliance would not be able to market and brand the Upstate SC community to the world to attract new jobs and new business investment.
Here is Piedmont Technical College’s testimonial on “why” they support the Upstate’s marketing arm:
“The Upstate Alliance’s work to bring more industry and more jobs to the Upstate aligns perfectly with our mission to provide each of our students with an affordable, highly relevant education designed to prepare them for a rewarding career.
Any economic developer would tell you that a well-trained labor pool goes hand in hand with increased interest from new business and industry. As we train tomorrow’s work force and provide our students with a solid foundation for success, it’s our hope that the Upstate Alliance’s work in promoting the region will create more opportunities for our graduates as they prepare to enter the job market.”
To learn more about Piedmont Technical College, please click here.
The Upstate SC Alliance again thanks Piedmont Technical College and the other 180+ contributors that support the Alliance’s efforts in positioning the Upstate to succeed in attracting new jobs and bringing about an enhanced quality of life for the citizens of the ten county region known as Upstate South Carolina.
14
Jul
Cooper-Standard Automotive Announces Expansion in Spartanburg County
Posted by: rblackwell
The South Carolina Department of Commerce and the Economic Futures Group of Spartanburg County today announced that Cooper-Standard Automotive will expand its operating facility in Spartanburg County. The $7 million investment is expected to generate 60 new jobs.
