The Next Annual Emerging Leaders Closed Open: Kickball Battle Royale brought the energy! Thank you to title sponsor Terracon and sponsors Thomas & Hutton and McCrory Construction for supporting this year’s Closed Open.

A career in economic development can leave an impact that lasts for generations. #SCEDA's new Member Emeritus designation recognizes retired members for a lifetime of leadership and service. Learn more: sceda.org/recognizing-a-life…

Meet BJ Unthank, director of economic development for the City of West Columbia. For BJ, #EconDev comes down to relationships, whether he’s working with businesses, brokers and builders or learning from fellow pros across South Carolina.

That’s a wrap on SCEDA MidYear 2026! This year’s program, Progress Through Partnerships, helped us reconnect with colleagues from across South Carolina, welcome new members and enjoy time together in Greenville. Thank you to the speakers, sponsors and members who joined us.

Who's headed to #SCEDA MidYear? We're looking forward to learning, connection and conversation with South Carolina's economic development community in Greenville. 🔗 View scheduled events and offerings: SCEDA.org/midyear-meeting/ #SouthCarolina #EconomicDevelopment

💡 #GoodNews: Cable manufacturer Prysmian is investing $80 million and creating approximately 135 new jobs with an expansion of its Lexington County operations. #SCCommerce #SCEDA #LexingtonCounty

Going to SCEDA MidYear? Sessions on workforce strategy, hands-on permitting and community collaboration await — plus something new this year. Sept. 24–25 in Greenville. SCEDA.org/midyear-meeting/ #EconDev #SouthCarolina

"If you don't have it, you can't sell it." #SCEDA board member Brantley Strickland on why real estate is critical to #EconomicDevelopment — read his latest column in The Press and Standard. walterborolive.com/stories/w…

#SCEDA’s MidYear Meeting in Greenville is just two weeks away! We’re looking forward to seeing members there for two days of connection, conversation and celebrating progress through partnerships. 🔗SCEDA.org/midyear-meeting/

Earlier this year, SCEDA member Ashley Richardson shared her search for a living kidney donor. Our community is known for showing up for one another. We’re sharing Ashley’s story to raise awareness of living kidney donation. Watch Ashley’s story: youtu.be/X9veGQE3COw?si=IVT_…

SCEDA’s 2026–27 program year is off to a strong start! Members gathered last week in Columbia to reconnect, hear updates from SCEDA’s board and fellow developers, and look ahead to what’s next for South Carolina’s economic development community.

SCEDA's MidYear Meeting is Sept. 24–25 in Greenville! Gain fresh insights, connect with peers, and explore strategies you can bring back to your community. Visit SCEDA.org/midyear-meeting/ for details! #EconDev #SouthCarolina #ProfessionalDevelopment

Swiss biopharmaceutical company Octapharma will invest $1.5 billion and create more than 1,500 new jobs in #YorkCounty to create its first U.S. manufacturing site at Rock Hill's Palmetto Research Park. #SCCommerce #SCEDA #SouthCarolina

Since 1965, SCEDA has united the professionals driving #SouthCarolina's economic growth through education, collaboration, and advocacy. Together, we're building stronger communities and a stronger future for our state. Learn more: SCEDA.org

Meet #SCEDA Treasurer Kris Phillips! From serving as Treasurer to volunteering on multiple SCEDA committees, Kris's leadership strengthens our association and supports economic developers across the state. #EconomicDevelopment #SouthCarolina

Advance your career with #SCEDA's Advanced Symposium. Gain expert insights, connect with industry leaders, and earn the South Carolina Certified Economic Developer (SCCED) certification upon successful completion. Learn more: SCEDA.org/education #EconDev #SouthCarolina

The cameras are rolling. See you this fall.

Help inspire a lifelong love of reading through the @Original6Found’s #MyFirstLibrary program, supported by #SCEDAWomen, students receive books they can call their own. Support by donating, purchasing book bundles, or adopting a school: SCEDA.org/education.

SCEDA’s MidYear Meeting is right around the corner! Join us on September 24-25 in Greenville. Don’t miss event speakers, peer networking, and real-world insights. 🔗 SCEDA.org/midyear-meeting/ #EconDev #SouthCarolina #ProfessionalDevelopment

#SCEDA’s Member Meeting is just a few weeks away! 📅 August 27, 2026 📍USC Pastides Alumni Center 🔗 SCEDA.org/member-meetings/ #EconDev #SouthCarolina