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Message from Secretary Hitt: Diversity and inclusion the recipe for economic success

"When we listen and celebrate what is both common and different, we become a wiser, more inclusive and better organization." That statement by businesswoman and human resources pioneer Pat Wadors rings true today as our places of work are becoming increasingly diverse.

ACI Plastics expanding Oconee County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – ACI Plastics, a thermoplastics processor and recycler, today announced plans for a $10 million expansion to its operations in Oconee County.

DIRTT Environmental Solutions, Inc. establishing operations in York County

COLUMBIA, S.C. - DIRTT Environmental Solutions, Inc., an interior construction company that uses technology for client-driven design and manufacturing, today announced plans to establish operations in York County.

Tie & Timber Technologies LLC establishing operations in Marion County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Tie & Timber Technologies LLC (T3) today announced plans to establish a railroad tie manufacturing operation in Marion County.

Recycling: S.C. Commerce hosts Recycling Matchmaker

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Life Sciences: "Ignite the Future"

With a talented and innovative workforce, top research institutions and world-class hospitality systems, the life sciences sector is a key driver of economic success in South Carolina, with a more than $11 billion annual impact each year. 

Message from Secretary Hitt: A proud history in manufacturing

"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much." Those words by American educator and advocate Helen Keller ring true today with how we're approaching economic development in South Carolina. It takes all of us working together - Team S.C.

Sapience Automation to establish operations in Berkeley County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Sapience Automation, a full-service integrator of robot systems, is establishing operations in Berkeley County. The $500,000 investment is expected to create 26 new jobs. 

Message from Secretary Hitt: S.C.'s economic ties with Japan

South Carolina has a longstanding relationship with Japan, as our two economies are highly-integrated via trade in goods and services.

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UofSC Watson IoT & AI Symposium and Relentless Grant Series

South Carolina is committed to entrepreneurship and technology-based economic development successes. Two upcoming opportunities meet that mission and will help inspire a high-tech ecosystem.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Preparation and opportunity

Developing pathways to opportunity in all communities is part of the framework for economic success. Recognizing that, the Opportunity Zones program, established by Congress in 2017, is tasked with spurring economic development in areas of need. 
 

International Trade: Team S.C. leads trade mission to Brazil and Colombia

S.C. Commerce recently returned from a multi-sector trade mission to Brazil and Colombia.

Sumter Casket Company expanding operations to Clarendon County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Sumter Casket Company, a manufacturer and distributor of caskets, today announced plans to expand its operations to Clarendon County.

Strategy Plastics, LLC expanding operations to Anderson County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Strategy Plastics, LLC, a full-service plastic injection molding company, today announced plans to expand to Anderson County.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Preparing workforce for industry

With South Carolina's unemployment rate at record lows and the Palmetto State inching closer to full employment, Team S.C.'s mission to develop a robust, well-t

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