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Trehel

February 23, 2024

The story of Trehel is one of a family business that has evolved through the years into one of the most successful and respected privately-held general contractors serving the region. Trehel has maintained a proud commitment to public service and community activism tradition for over four decades. Our team fosters relationships built on trust and […]

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Hollingsworth Funds

January 11, 2024

Hollingsworth Funds is a place-based funder located in Greenville, SC. At Hollingsworth, we envision a vibrant, just, and inclusive Greenville where equitable opportunities exist for all to advance and thrive. Our mission is to collectively remove the systemic barriers that hold people back based on race, place, and socioeconomic status, and strengthen the pathways that […]

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University of South Carolina Upstate

December 8, 2023

The University of South Carolina Upstate is one of the fastest-growing, baccalaureate-granting institutions in the nation. It is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as No. 2 among Southern Regional Public Colleges (No. 1 in South Carolina) and No. 1 for Veterans in the South. As the public comprehensive university in the Upstate, USC […]

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Acumen IT

December 8, 2023

At Acumen, we offer more than just basic IT support – we provide comprehensive MSP services and strategic IT consulting to help your business thrive. Our IT solutions are tailored to help you overcome common IT challenges while achieving greater profitability through a comprehensive IT approach. With our IT experts, your company will work hand […]

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Furman University

March 5, 2023

Founded in 1826, Furman is a private, undergraduate liberal arts and sciences university of 2,400 students in Greenville, S.C. The university is noted for The Furman Advantage, an innovative academic program that combines classroom activities with mentoring, experiential learning through research, internships and study away, and career exploration that prepares graduates for successful and meaningful […]

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University of South Carolina

March 5, 2023

Through sustained engagement, we connect public and private partners, both large and small, with the resources of the state’s flagship university, champion development and commercialization of new technologies, and build partnerships to drive economic development. Contact: Stephen Cutler Vice President for Economic Development Phone: (803) 777-4151 Email: [email protected] Website: www.sc.edu/converge

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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. Visit Laurens County online or in person, and you’ll see why we’re… Accelerating Industrial Progress! Contact: Jonathan Coleman President & CEO, Laurens County Development Corporation 224 East Public Square Laurens, SC 29360 Phone: (864) 939-0580 Email: [email protected] Website: www.growlaurenscounty.com Thomas Higgs County Administrator, […]

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Spartanburg Community College

March 5, 2023

Spartanburg Community College, home of the Chasers, is the third largest institute of higher education in the Upstate of South Carolina and offers more than 70 different innovative programs of study and a wide variety of corporate and career training opportunities leading to impactful and engaging careers. Through exceptional innovative experiences that accelerate economic development […]

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