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Charleston County Economic Development Launches its Job Development Incentive (JDI)

Charleston County Economic Development is excited to launch its Job Development Incentive (JDI),  a new program to support business growth and strengthen the region’s overall economic competitiveness. 

Designed to encourage high‑quality job creation, raise wages, and reduce commercial vacancies, the JDI program fills important gaps left by existing county and state incentives. 

What is JDI? 

The JDI program helps both new and existing companies in Charleston County by:

  • Reducing hiring and training costs
  • Supporting expansion plans
  • Strengthening workforce quality
  • Improving long‑term productivity
What is the Incentive?

Eligible companies can receive $1,000 for every new qualifying job created, with a minimum of five new jobs required to participate. 

Who Qualifies?

Jobs interested in applying must meet the following criteria:

  • Be either a new or relocating company or an existing industry that is looking to expand 
  • Pay at or above Charleston County per-capita income (currently $90,550/year)  
  • Be in a targeted sector (manufacturing, tech, life science, defense, aerospace, etc.) 
How to Apply

Companies interested in participating must submit an application to Charleston County Economic Development.

  • There is no cost to apply
  • Incentive payments are issued after proof of qualifying new hires

To submit your application or learn more, contact Gene Borzendowski, Director of Global Business Development.

CCED’s Dayton Ward Honored Among Charleston’s 2025 Best & Brightest 35 and Under Blog

December 4, 2025

CCED’s Dayton Ward Honored Among Charleston’s 2025 Best & Brightest 35 and Under

Dayton Ward, Project Coordinator for Charleston County Economic Development, has been named to Charleston Business Magazine’s 2025 Best & Brightest 35 and Under list, recognizing his leadership, impact, and commitment to the region.

Charleston County Economic Development Welcomes Kedyky Sherrill as Director of Community Competitiveness Blog

December 4, 2025

Charleston County Economic Development Welcomes Kedyky Sherrill as Director of Community Competitiveness

Charleston County welcomes Kedyky “KK” Sherrill as Director of Community Competitiveness, leading initiatives that strengthen economic growth through quality-of-place, workforce development, and community-focused strategies.

Maars North America selects Charleston County to establish first US-based production operation Blog

October 21, 2025

Maars North America selects Charleston County to establish first US-based production operation

Maars North America will establish its first U.S. production operation in Charleston County, investing $3M and creating 10+ jobs. The Mount Pleasant facility will support growing demand and feature a showroom for its architectural wall solutions.

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