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Charleston Regional Development Alliance

Helping businesses, entrepreneurs and talented people locate and expand in the greater Charleston metro area.

For three decades, Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) has helped catalyze long-term regional prosperity by attracting the world’s best companies, talent, and entrepreneurs. We’re a robust network of investors, staff, business, academic, and governmental partners committed to strengthening regional employment and building a base of high-value industries to strengthen the three-county region’s economy into the future.

05/01/2026

Innovation meets community at the Palmetto Tech Showcase 🚀

As part of Charleston Tech Week, SC Competes is bringing together technology leaders, manufacturers, investors, and workforce partners for an evening designed to spark new connections.

CRDA is proud to support this event as we continue building a stronger, more connected innovation ecosystem in the Charleston region.

Join us: https://loom.ly/TpQxjzs

04/30/2026

Final call, Charleston employers ⏳

Tomorrow is the deadline to register your company for the Charleston Intern Network Series.

Give your interns access to FREE professional development, networking, and curated experiences across the region - all designed to elevate their summer and strengthen your talent pipeline.

Submit before May 1: https://loom.ly/3c7ngqY

04/29/2026

Building a strong talent pipeline starts early.

A growing partnership between College of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina is creating new pathways for students to engage in hands-on research while still in school. 🔬

Programs like BLOCKS are connecting students directly with researchers, giving them early exposure to real-world challenges - from cancer research to the intersection of health and environment - and helping shape the next generation of innovators.

It’s a strong example of how Charleston’s institutions are working together to strengthen the region’s talent pipeline and support long-term innovation. 🤝

How can partnerships like this continue to evolve across the region? ⬇️

📸: The Post and Courier

04/28/2026

Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation - it happens in connected ecosystems. 🤝

The South Carolina Research Authority - SCRA has announced a new statewide network of Innovation Hubs, with locations in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Aiken, Rock Hill, and Florence.

These hubs are designed to strengthen collaboration, support high-growth companies, and accelerate the path from idea to impact. 🚀

For the Charleston region, this is another signal of a growing, connected innovation ecosystem.

What opportunities do you see this unlocking across the state? ⬇️

04/27/2026

Did you know South Carolina’s life sciences industry is growing faster than every other state in the Southeast? 🧬

That growth is being driven by a combination of factors working together across the state and within the Charleston region.

South Carolina has an established and expanding biomanufacturing base, with global companies continuing to invest and scale operations here. At the same time, leading institutions like the Medical University of South Carolina, Clemson University, and the University of South Carolina are strengthening the pipeline from research to commercialization, supporting the next generation of life sciences companies.

And importantly, the region’s quality of life continues to play a role in that momentum. As more people choose to live and work in South Carolina, companies gain access to the talent needed to grow.

The result is a sector experiencing significant growth in both economic impact and employment, with continued opportunity ahead.

Which life sciences companies or innovators are you watching right now? 👇

Data & graphic: SCbio

04/24/2026

Charleston’s food scene continues to earn national recognition, spotlighting the region as a standout destination for culinary talent, creativity, and experience. 🍽️✨

The James Beard Foundation has announced finalists for the 2026 Restaurant and Chef Awards - and Charleston restaurants are leading the way:

• Merci - Best New Restaurant finalist
• Welton’s Tiny Bakeshop - Outstanding Bakery finalist

Also representing South Carolina: Joe Cash of Scoundrel, a finalist for Best Chef: Southeast.

📣 Have you dined at these spots yet? Drop your congrats (and your fave dish!) below. ⬇️

📸: Post & Courier

04/23/2026

Charleston, let’s show up 💙🐢

The South Carolina Aquarium is up for USA TODAY's Readers' Choice Awards Best Aquarium and if you’ve ever stood in front of that massive Great Ocean Tank… you already know it deserves it.

And beyond the wow factor, the work happening inside matters: the Sea Turtle Care Center is actively rescuing and rehabilitating turtles right here on our coast.

This is one of Charleston’s gems. Let’s help it get the recognition it deserves.

Vote at the link in comments 💙

Have a favorite exhibit or memory from your last visit? 🐟

📸: South Carolina Aquarium

04/22/2026

Are you a Charleston-region employer hosting interns this summer? 🌴

The Charleston Intern Network Series is back, offering FREE professional development, networking, and curated experiences for your college-level interns.

Co-presented by CRDA and The Catalyst Foundation, this program helps elevate your internship experience while supporting talent retention across the region.

No intern details needed - just register your company's interest by May 1 and we’ll handle the rest.

Register Here: https://loom.ly/3c7ngqY

04/21/2026

Did you know April is South Carolina Innovation Awareness Month? 💡

It’s a statewide celebration of the ideas, talent, and partnerships driving innovation across South Carolina and the Charleston region plays a big role in that story.

With strong connections between institutions like the Medical University of South Carolina, organizations like the South Carolina Research Authority, and a growing base of entrepreneurs and tech companies, this region creates the kind of environment where innovation can actually take shape.

It’s collaborative, it’s connected, and it’s built to support what’s next.

Innovation Awareness Month is a reminder of what’s happening here and why it continues to gain national attention.

Tag a Charleston-area entrepreneur, startup, or innovator you think more people should know 👇

04/20/2026

South Carolina is continuing to invest in innovation - and the Charleston region is part of the momentum. 🚀

The South Carolina Research Authority - SCRA has awarded new grant funding to startups across the state, including several in the Charleston region:

• Realize Ascent Labs
• Renoverse AI
• Algae Integration Utility Service

New SCRA members Clutch Intelligence and PostPixel also received funding this round. 💡

Early-stage support like this helps accelerate innovation across South Carolina while reinforcing the Charleston region’s role as a hub for emerging tech and talent.

Visit the link in comments to learn more ⬇️

04/17/2026

Charleston’s waterfront continues to evolve 🌊

The Cooper, the newest property from Beemok Hospitality Collection, officially opened March 30 - bringing luxury accommodations, dining, and wellness experiences to the downtown peninsula.

Projects like this strengthen Charleston’s global appeal, support local jobs, and add momentum to the city’s growing hospitality and tourism economy 📈

Positioned along the harbor, The Cooper offers a new way to experience Charleston - for visitors and locals alike.

Have you visited The Cooper yet? 👀 Drop your thoughts below!

04/16/2026

Strong internships build stronger talent pipelines. 💪

The Charleston Intern Network Series helps employers elevate their summer programs with FREE professional development, networking, and curated experiences for college interns across the region.

Programming will run June–July, with the full schedule coming soon.

Interested in registering your company?
➡️ Complete the Employer Interest Form by Friday, May 1: https://loom.ly/3c7ngqY

Address

65 Fairchild Street, Ste 100
Charleston, SC
29492

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18437679300

Website

https://www.CharlestonForBusiness.com/

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