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2024 SC Export Sales

South Carolina’s Export Sales Total $38 Billion in 2024

March 3, 2025

South Carolina’s exports reached $38 billion in total sales in 2024, and South Carolina is the nation’s No. 1 exporter of completed passenger vehicles, and remains the nation’s No. 1 exporter of tires for 10 consecutive years.

TOPICS: Automotive, Rankings & Recognitions, Manufacturing
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‘Skill Up’ Connects Upstate Residents with Career Pathways

November 1, 2024

The Skill Up platform connects individuals with short-term training programs in their communities and showcases key information on featured job types, including median salary and earning potential, number of openings and projected growth.

TOPICS: Technical College System, Workforce Development, Education
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Upstate South Carolina’s Swamp Rabbit Trail

June 17, 2024

Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail is a walking, biking and running trail that promotes sustainability and economic growth across the region.

TOPICS: sustainability, Workforce Attraction, Rankings & Recognitions, Business
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SC’s 2023 Industry Recruitment is Second-Highest in History

January 4, 2024

South Carolina has announced its 2023 industry recruitment results as the second-highest in state history. The Palmetto State saw $9.22 billion in capital investment, 14,120 jobs and 81 projects.

TOPICS: Business Recruitment, Global Competitiveness, #TeamUpstate