Economic development training
The Community Development Division supports local leaders through services and professional development opportunities designed to strengthen economic development efforts across South Carolina.
These programs help equip leaders with practical tools, peer connections and strategies that support long-term community growth.
SC Commerce is committed to advancing the knowledge, capacity and effectiveness of the state’s economic development community.
Community development support
The Community Development Division assists local leaders in key areas including:
Industrial product development
Leadership development
Infrastructure improvement
Strategic planning
Organizational development
Program of work development
Economic developer selection
County and community assessment
The team also provides connections to community enhancement programs, including opportunity zones.
Professional development programs
Through interactive programming, participants gain hands-on economic development learning experiences.
SC Commerce facilitates several educational programs, including the:
- Economic Development Institute
- Advanced Symposium
- Annual Rural Summit
These programs are designed to equip participants with innovative approaches to economic development that can be implemented in local communities.
Onboarding and leadership support
SC Commerce also offers onboarding and leadership development programs to support continued growth and effectiveness among state and local economic development leaders.
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