Central SC Alliance

Check out the latest episode of "Let's Talk Business South Carolina," featuring our president and CEO, Jason J. Giulietti, as he discusses economic development in the Midlands, including key industries and workforce challenges. He reflects on a record 2023 and shares insights into upcoming opportunities for our region. #centralscalliance #centralregionofsc #heartofsc #economicdevelopment #southcarolina

It was a beautiful day in Fairfield County celebrating Capital Concrete Co’s exciting expansion! Fairfield Councilmembers, customers, and community leaders came together for a tour of the brand-new plant, enjoyed a delicious lunch and connected with the fantastic team for the Ridgeway Plant Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. This marks Capital Concrete Co.'s fifth plant in South Carolina and their very first in Fairfield County. We're thrilled to be part of this momentum and growth and wish them great success as they begin operations next week! #CentralSCAlliance #heartofsc #southcarolina #launchtolegacy #fairfieldcounty #EconomicDevelopment

Tomorrow at 5 p.m.! You don't want to miss out!

It was a pleasure for the Central SC Alliance to participate in the CLEANcarolinas Danish Trade Council / Danish OSW Industry Delegation event held at UNC Charlotte, Siemens Energy, and Southwire Industries a few weeks ago. A special thanks to Catherine Hayes and Carolyn Keith, Innovation EcoSystem Builder for their outstanding leadership and planning. The collaboration between North and South Carolina continues to inspire us as we work together to drive growth in the region. We’re excited about the future opportunities with Danish offshore wind companies as they explore expansion in the Carolinas, and we look forward to the possibilities this partnership will bring. #CentralSCRegion #HeartofSC #BusinessFriendlyBusinessReady

Today, we had the privilege of hosting a delegation of business leaders from Slovenia, alongside our valued partners from the South Carolina Department of Commerce, Columbia Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, University of South Carolina, and Columbia World Affairs Council! It was a wonderful opportunity to showcase how southern hospitality goes beyond warm greetings; it embodies the collaborative spirit that unites our efforts to make the City of Columbia SC an ideal destination for industries. Together, we are committed to fostering a thriving environment for growth and innovation. Special thanks to former US ambassador to Slovenia, Jamie Harpootlian and Mayor Daniel Rickenmann for helping us welcome our guests! #centralscalliance #heartofsc #centraltosuccess #southcarolina

2️⃣ big announcements in just two days! The central region of South Carolina is proving to be the ideal place for businesses to thrive, offering a supportive environment and a great quality of life for employees. Matt Shaffer, Chairman of Central SC Alliance, shared: "Having grown up in Pennsylvania and seeing firsthand 84 Lumber's positive impact, I’m thrilled to welcome them to Clarendon County for their first operations in our central region. This exciting move reflects the momentum we’ve built—creating a business-friendly environment where companies succeed, and residents enjoy a high quality of life. 84 Lumber’s investment strengthens our industrial base and shows that our region is a prime spot for industry growth and opportunity." Big things are happening here, and we welcome 84 Lumber to Clarendon County! Congratulations to George Kosinski, SCCED, and Clarendon County. 👏 #CentralSCAlliance #heartofSC #BusinessFriendly #BusinessReady #setthepace #EconomicDevelopment #84Lumber #SCGrowth #CentralSC #IndustryMomentum

The Central SC Alliance congratulates Birla Carbon on its newest operations in the heart of South Carolina. This announcement aligns with our region’s focus on advanced energy, accelerating our state’s competitiveness in this growing sector. We are proud of the collaboration between Birla Carbon and our partners within the state, region and Orangeburg County that made this significant investment possible. -Central SC Alliance President & CEO Jason J. Giulietti Read full announcement below: https://lnkd.in/eS2Y4ZA5

How does a $6.2 million project in Florence impact the central region of South Carolina? Asset Technology Group, an information technology services provider, is establishing operations— including expanding and relocating its headquarters— creating 77 new jobs for South Carolina residents. Click the link below to learn more about the new opportunities.

As the population of the midlands grows, industry leaders are rising to meet the needs of the community. MUSC Health has announced they are making a $30 million investment to expand their downtown Columbia facility, addressing the growing demand for emergency care as residential home building increases. https://lnkd.in/eWhrcgxn

Sending our thoughts to all those affected by Hurricane Helene. It is during times like these when it is most important for our community to come together and rally in support of each other. Here are links to resources to help give relief to communities affected: https://lnkd.in/eBDvpvQV https://lnkd.in/eQN3rTaD  #CentralSCRegion #HeartofSC #SouthCarolina #hurricanehelene