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Charleston County on the Move

The latest breakthroughs, success stories, and strategic investments defining the future of Charleston County.

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Industries Overview Logistics Aerospace Tech + Innovation Automotive Tourism & Hospitality Life Sciences Military & Defense
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Charleston County on the Move

The latest breakthroughs, success stories, and strategic investments defining the future of Charleston County.

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Talent & Workforce Overview Job Boards Workforce Development Programs
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Charleston County on the Move

The latest breakthroughs, success stories, and strategic investments defining the future of Charleston County.

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Sites & Data Overview Site Readiness & Infrastructure Property Search Key Stats & Reports
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Charleston County on the Move

The latest breakthroughs, success stories, and strategic investments defining the future of Charleston County.

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Charleston County on the Move

The latest breakthroughs, success stories, and strategic investments defining the future of Charleston County.

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The Global Advantage

From a rapidly expanding talented workforce fed by top-tier institutions, to world-class logistics connecting you globally via a deep-water port and robust infrastructure, Charleston County offers a uniquely pro-business climate. Combine this economic strength with an unmatched quality of life on the beautiful South Carolina coast, and you have the ideal location to attract talent, reduce operating costs, and accelerate your growth.

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Talent & Workforce

Access the Workforce of Tomorrow

Charleston County boasts a rapidly growing talent pipeline, fueled by leading universities and a diverse, skilled labor pool ready to innovate. With over 9,000 students graduating annually from more than 230 different programs, you can find the workforce you need in Charleston County.

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Quality of Life

Where Business Meets the Best Life

Attract and retain top talent with a quality of life that is simply unmatched—historic charm, coastal beauty, and a thriving culture.

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Charleston County at a Glance

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The total annual economic impact of Charleston County Economic Development's affiliated capital investment and job creation

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Location & Logistics

Strategically Positioned for Global Growth

Connect your business to the world. Benefit from world-class logistics, a deep-water port, and robust infrastructure.

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Business Climate

Innovation Thrives in Charleston County

Enjoy a pro-business environment with competitive operating costs, compelling tax incentives, and a collaborative ecosystem.

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Client Testimonials

Keel’s expansion at Yonges Island emphasizes our commitment to supporting the U.S. Navy, our national defense and Charleston County. The expansion will enable Keel to add much-needed capacity and better help our U.S. Navy meet its stringent shipbuilding requirements. We are proud of the crucial work we do to help build America’s defense and will continue to identify ways we can expand our capabilities to best support our valued warfighters and global security.

Brian Carter, Executive Officer Keel

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Charleston has been home to Gnosis Freight since very early in our journey. It’s unsurprisingly ranked one of the best cities in the country to live in and has been a cheat code for attracting top talent. The support we’ve received from the local community as we’ve grown has been humbling and we’re committed to finding ways to return the favor. The culture of Charleston is embedded in our company’s DNA, and we are forever grateful to represent such a special city.

Austin McCombs, Co-Founder and CEO Gnosis Freight

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Holy City Linen is proud to be an integral part of Charleston's tourism economy, and this expansion will enable us to process 30 million pounds of laundry within a year, directly supporting the hotels and businesses that make Charleston a world-class destination.

Ann Son, Owner Holy City Linen

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See What’s Happening Across the County

Businesses are choosing Charleston County for a reason. Explore the latest updates, investments, and success stories that show what’s possible here.

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