Area Named One of 31 National Tech Hub Finalists

Posted by: Megan Campbell on Wednesday, October 25, 2023

The U.S. Department of Commerce recognized the Greenville area, along with other communities in the Upstate and Midlands regions, as one of 31 Tech Hub designees through the SC Nexus consortium, a SC Department of Commerce initiative.

The selected regions were chosen from more than 400 applicants. The Tech Hubs program was authorized by the CHIPS and Science Act – signed by President Biden in August 2022. The 31 Tech Hubs selected focus on developing and growing innovative industries in regions across the country, including semiconductors, clean energy, critical minerals, biotechnology, precision medicine, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and more.

According to The White House, "The Tech Hubs will bring the benefits and opportunities of scientific and technological innovation to communities across the country."

The 31 finalists are now able to apply for between $40 million and $70 million each for implementation funding, totaling nearly $500 million nationwide.

Statement from the Greenville Chamber

Congratulations to SC Department of Commerce and the SC Nexus consortium on being selected as one of the nation’s 31 Tech Hubs. Since launching NEXT in 2006, the Greenville Chamber has championed efforts to support and develop entrepreneurs. This designation will greatly accelerate our region’s efforts to build a world-class entrepreneurial ecosystem, leading to long-lasting benefits for our communities and our economy. Thank you to SC Department of Commerce for leading this effort on behalf of the state’s entrepreneurs. We celebrate this accomplishment together with NEXT, the StartupGVL community and our entrepreneurial and economic development partners across the state.

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