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Greenville City Economic Development Corporation

October 25, 2024

Planted in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the heart of South Carolina’s upstate, Greenville offers something for everyone. The lively downtown features year-round activities, one-of-a-kind shops, restaurants, museums, art galleries and more. You are always close to nature, and scenic lakes, mountains and trails are minutes away. No matter where your time […]

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South Carolina Department of Agriculture

December 8, 2023

South Carolina is driven by agriculture. Agribusiness (agriculture + forestry) is the state’s number one industry, accounting for 259,215 jobs and $51.8 billion in annual economic impact. The SC Department of Agriculture’s Office of Agribusiness Development is here to identify and match new agribusiness opportunities in South Carolina. We’re constantly searching for new ways to […]

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City of Laurens

March 5, 2023

The City of Laurens, South Carolina is a thriving, growing city of approximately 9,000 residents and it is located in the heart of Laurens County, the gateway to the Upstate region. The city, which was originally incorporated in 1845, serves as the seat of county government, and has played an influential part in shaping the […]

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City of Fountain Inn

March 5, 2023

Nestled in the foothills of Upstate South Carolina, Fountain Inn is a charming city in the heart of an incredibly scenic state. Only minutes from the mountains and a couple of hours from the coast, Fountain Inn is the ideal location for relocating families, friends and business. Contact: Shawn Bell, City Administrator 200 North Main […]

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Oconee Economic Alliance

March 5, 2023

The Oconee Economic Alliance is a public-private nonprofit effort to accelerate job creation and capital investment, increase per capita income, diversify the local tax base and generate awareness of Oconee County as a business location. Contact: Jamie Gilbert President 528 Bypass 123, Suite G Seneca, SC 29678 Phone: (864) 364-5556 Email: [email protected] Website: oconeealliance.org

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Union County Development Board

March 5, 2023

UCDB MISSION The objective of the Union County Development Board is to promote sustainable economic growth and quality of life by: 1) recruiting targeted industries, 2) putting into place support mechanisms for retaining existing industry, 3) encouraging diverse business growth, and 4) improve internal and external communications. Contact: Dolton Williams Executive Director 207 South Herndon […]

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Laurens County Development Corporation

March 5, 2023

We have the know-how and industrial locations to get your business moving. In Laurens County, “business-centered” starts with a strategically centered location, less than 40 miles from Greenville, less than an hour and a half from Columbia, just 2 hours from Charlotte, 3 hours from Atlanta and only 4 hours from Chattanooga. Multimodal options amplify […]

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South Carolina Department of Commerce

March 5, 2023

South Carolina is the new home and headquarters of American innovation — where businesses of all sizes and industries can find success, from “launch to legacy.” The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) is dedicated to supporting businesses at every phase of their lifecycle, because thriving companies build thriving communities. From site selection assistance […]

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City of Simpsonville

March 5, 2023

Simpsonville is a city in Greenville County, and is part of the Greenville–Mauldin–Easley Metropolitan Statistical Area, with a growing population of 23,354 at the 2020 census. Simpsonville is part of the “Golden Strip”, along with Mauldin and Fountain Inn, an area which is noted for having low unemployment due to a diversity of industries including […]

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City of Mauldin

March 5, 2023

Mauldin is a fast growing city in the Upstate of South Carolina. Listed as one of the top ten safest places and the fourth smartest cities in the state Mauldin has a rich heritage that begins with its citizens. Ours is a community where integrity, resourcefulness and faith are the bedrock principles upon which we […]

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