Awards & Rankings

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South Carolina Ranked #3 State for Doing Business

The "Top States" report looks at some of the places ripe for successfully growing and doing business based on the views of Area Development's expert panel of consultants. Continue reading
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South Carolina Ranked #10 State for Starting a Business

Forbes Advisor ranked South Carolina the #10 state to start a business in 2024. Continue reading
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Charleston Ranked #6 Warm-Weather Destination

WalletHub ranked Charleston the #5 best winter destination for warm-weather lovers. Continue reading
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South Carolina Ranked #2 State for Doing Business

The "Top States" report looks at some of the places ripe for successfully growing and doing business based on the views of Area Development's expert panel of consultants. Continue reading
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South Carolina Ranks #1 Best State for Manufacturing

For the second year, South Carolina tops Site Selection Group's list of best estates for manufacturing. Continue reading
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South Carolina Ranks #27 State for Business

South Carolina Ranks #27 State for Business Continue reading
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Charleston Ranks #6 Best Places for a Staycation

Charleston Ranks #6 Best Places for a Staycation Continue reading
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South Carolina Wins Silver Shovel Award

South Carolina earns a Silver Shovel with a host of projects tied one way or another into EVs and the auto sector in general. Continue reading
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The 15 Best Cities in the United States

Charleston named the No. 1 city in America by Travel and Leisure for 11 straight years. Continue reading
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