Economic Development

The Chamber's Economic Development team is focused on implementing an economic development strategy that's designed to make Greenville more competitive in supporting and expanding its base of: The Chamber's Economic Development team is dedicated to implementing an economic development strategy that will enhance business and community prosperity. This strategy includes a focus on several broad areas:

  - High-impact entrepreneurial enterprises
  - Manufacturing and headquarters operations
  - IP-based and technology start-up firms
  - Workforce Development
  - Talent Attraction and Retention
  - Community Branding and Marketing

The Chamber acts as a community champion for this strategy, educating and involving business, government, community and education constituents in tasks to:

  - Position Greenville as a great location for both new businesses and new residents
  - Create a business environment that encourages and supports innovation, entrepreneurship and small business
  - Attract technology-intensive firms and entrepreneurial businesses
  - Support existing technology enterprises, advanced manufacturing and HQ operations
  - Integrate workforce development strategies into economic development activities

An integral component of the Chamber's strategy is Advantage Greenville, a select group of business and community leaders dedicated to enhancing the community's overall prosperity. More information on Advantage Greenville can be found here.

For additional information on the Chamber's Economic Development program, contact Hank Hyatt at 864-239-3714.