Would you say you’re a global thinker? At our recent annual conference, the SC Dept. of Commerce Global Business Development team presented on pathways to global #econdev opportunities. Panelists emphasized the importance of cultural fluency in courting foreign projects.

Congratulations to Devarius McDonald of Fairfield County Economic Development! The South Carolina Economic Developers' Association recently awarded Devarius with the Truman H. Safford Basic Economic Development Scholarship. #SCEDA #EconomicDevelopment

📅 Save the Date: SCEDA's upcoming Member Meeting will take place in Columbia on August 28! Find additional details at SCEDA.org.

Did you know? SCEDA offers an Economic Development Handbook. This guide lays out a play-by-play introduction to the #econdev process in South Carolina. It's available online! sceda.org/member-resourc…

Meet SCEDA Vice President Mr. John Truluck, SCCED. As the Director of Dorchester County Economic Development (Dorchester County Economic Development), John drives progress across the Lowcountry of South Carolina. Thank you for your dedicated service, John.

You won't want to miss #SCEDA's upcoming August Member Meeting. Along with great networking, we’re excited to welcome the Beaufort County Economic Development Team, who will share insights on Discovering and Maximizing Your Community's Niche.

At our recent annual conference, SCEDA members spent time on the coast exploring ways to navigate the ever-changing economic landscape of South Carolina. We're already looking forward to next year!

Mark your calendar for upcoming SCEDA events as we race towards autumn! Members will meet in August and in October. August Member Meeting details: 📅 Thurs., Aug. 28 🕒 2:30 - 5 p.m. 📍Pastides Alumni Center, 900 Senate St. Columbia, S.C.

Since 1965, #SCEDA has existed to increase the effectiveness of individuals involved in economic development in South Carolina by encouraging: ⭐️Cooperation ⭐️Sharing of ideas & best practices ⭐️Promotion of professional skills

At our upcoming August meeting, #SCEDA members will hear from Caroline Warner, Austin Walker, Matt Brady, SCCED, and moderator Brantley Strickland, SCCED. The panel will discuss the most efficient ways to make the most of social media in today's fast-paced digital environment.

Strong partnerships between local governments, businesses and community leaders are key to driving sustainable growth in South Carolina. #SCEDA is proud to support the connections that make progress possible.

You won't want to miss SCEDA's upcoming August Member Meeting. Along with great networking, we’re excited to welcome the Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation team, who will share insights on Discovering and Maximizing Your Community's Niche.

The Ritedose Corporation has opened a cutting-edge facility including a 225,000-sq-ft central distribution and logistics center in Northeast Columbia, #SouthCarolina. The facility is part of an $81 million multiphase expansion for the Columbia-based pharmaceutical manufacturer.

SCEDA's August member meeting is one week away. We'll convene in Columbia for discussion and networking at the Pastides Alumni Center. Register at 🔗SCEDA.org.