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SCBIO: Growing, Innovating and Diversifying

Jul 01, 2021 02:46PM

SCBIO is a dynamic statewide, not-for-profit economic development organization consisting of public and private entities dedicated to building, expanding, supporting and promoting South Carolina’s life sciences, an industry that has an economic impact of more than $12 billion.

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GADC Celebrates Latest Upstate Manufacturing Addition During Annual Meeting

Jul 01, 2021 02:34PM

The Upstate’s economic engine continues to churn away despite the challenges from Covid-19, with the latest proof coming during the Greenville Area Development Corp.’s annual meeting, held June 16.

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GADC says Greenville is positioned for success

Jul 01, 2021 02:30PM

Sponsored Content While the Greenville Area Development Corp. celebrates two decades of successfully drawing a diverse mix of industries and businesses to the area – supporting over 64,780 jobs and creating a $6 billion economic impact annually in Greenville County, according to a recent study by USC’s Moore School of Business economists – local leaders say that, with continued planning, the region has the resources to drive economic growth for decades to come.

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Oshkosh Defense to Create More Than 1,000 Jobs In Spartanburg County

Jun 22, 2021 09:40AM ● By David Dykes

Company will manufacture zero-emission battery electric vehicles

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Governor Nominates Harry M. Lightsey III To Be Next S.C. Commerce Secretary

Jun 17, 2021 11:07AM ● By David Dykes

To succeed Bobby Hitt, who is retiring in the fall

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Major Automotive Supplier Establishes Operations, Brings 116 Jobs To Greenville County

Jun 16, 2021 10:17AM ● By David Dykes

Gissing North America Becomes First Tenant in New Fox Hill Business Park

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2021 Small Business Guide

Jun 03, 2021 04:36PM

In the Palmetto State, small businesses account for more than 99 percent of all private companies. Chambers of commerce play an important role as a resource and tool to help those companies succeed.

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"They Care in Greenville": Workforce, Business Climate, Passion Propel Growth

Jun 03, 2021 04:22PM

The area’s amenities, mild climate and reasonable cost of living frequently boost the city and the region into national top-10 lists. But that’s only scratching the surface.

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BridgeWay Station: Town Center to set a new growth standard for S.C. cities

Jun 03, 2021 04:03PM

It’s been called a creative village, a town within a town, a sense of place, and the wave of the future for South Carolina.

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From Looms and Weavers to Life Sciences & Mobility: GADC Laser-Focused on Future

Apr 30, 2021 03:34PM

With a 20th anniversary quickly approaching and its first economic impact study hot off the press, the Greenville Area Development Corp. is celebrating its history and accomplishments, while continuing to evolve to attract cutting-edge businesses to the area.

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Since 2001, GADC Annual Economic Impact Grows to $6 Billion and 64,784 Jobs in Greenville County

Apr 14, 2021 02:08PM ● By David Dykes

20-Year Cumulative Impact of Announcements Exceeds $55 Billion

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Development Underway For BridgeWay Station in Mauldin

Apr 08, 2021 02:49PM ● By David Dykes

Mixed-use project to connect to Swamp Rabbit Trail

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DC BLOX Breaks Ground on Regional Datacenter in Greenville County

Apr 01, 2021 04:11PM ● By David Dykes

Site in Global Business Park will serve entire state

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Annual Real Estate Report: Top Leasing Individual - Nick Stomski

Mar 31, 2021 11:15AM

Stomski and Trinity Have Staying Power in the Midlands

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Google Expanding Operations in Berkeley County

Mar 18, 2021 12:40PM ● By David Dykes

Move expected to bring more than $500 million in capital investment to Lowcountry

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United CEO: Bank Growth Goes Through Greenville

Feb 03, 2021 10:05AM

UCBI has disclosed it will move the headquarters of its banking subsidiary, United Community Bank, to Greenville and build a new headquarters on property it purchased at 200 E. Camperdown Way.

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United Community Bank Moving Corporate Headquarters to Greenville

Feb 03, 2021 10:02AM

United Community Bank, one of the largest financial institutions in the Southeast, announced plans to locate its corporate headquarters in Greenville and expand area operations to support its overall growth strategy.

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Mauldin taps Greenville’s Parker Group to revive City Center Concept

Feb 01, 2021 11:49AM

Months after stepping back from a plan to create a place for residents to live, shop, dine and come together, Mauldin city leaders are mulling another way to meet that need for future generations.

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Domtar Corp. Announces Sale of Personal Care Business to American Industrial Partners for $920 Million

Jan 08, 2021 10:41AM ● By David Dykes

Fort Mill-based company to focus on building industry-leading paper, pulp and packaging firm

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Economic Outlook for South Carolina: A Better 2021

Jan 05, 2021 12:53PM

Much will depend on new business, government stimulus, coronavirus vaccine

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New Eastside Greenville Hotel Expected to Break Mold of Traditional Inn

Dec 04, 2020 11:04AM ● By David Dykes

Groundbreaking includes $1.4 million in Share-The-Magic initiative

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Techtronic Industries Anderson County Expansion To Create 525 Jobs

Dec 01, 2020 12:42PM ● By David Dykes

Company plans $100 million investment

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Developer, Greenville Officials Break Ground on 12-Acre Mixed-Use Development

Oct 21, 2020 02:56PM ● By David Dykes

Holland Park project on Laurens Road to feature BBQ, Brewery

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