S.C. Department of Commerce
Government AdministrationSouth Carolina, United States201-500 Employees
The South Carolina Department of Commerce is a state government agency focused on economic development in South Carolina. It supports businesses at every stage of their lifecycle, offering services such as site selection assistance, community development support, infrastructure improvement grants, and export and trade assistance. Based in Columbia, South Carolina, the department works with both new and established enterprises to contribute to broader community growth. It operates within the government administration landscape, targeting a wide range of industries and company sizes across the state. The department has been recognized as a top state for doing business by Area Development in 2023, reflecting its role in creating a favorable environment for business activity. A recent development includes a partnership with Fraunhofer USA, Inc. to establish the South Carolina Fraunhofer USA Alliance, illustrating collaboration that connects local industry with international research capabilities.