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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.

01/09/2026

Economic clusters are groups of related businesses that work together to strengthen a regional economy. When clusters are well developed, they support good jobs, higher wages, innovation, and long-term economic growth.

In the Charleston region, established aerospace and automotive clusters, along with emerging information technology and life sciences clusters, help focus investment, talent development, and infrastructure in areas where the Lowcountry has both competitive advantage and room to grow 📈

Understanding and supporting these clusters is key to building a resilient, future-ready economy.

💬 Which industries do you think are shaping Charleston’s future the most?

01/08/2026

New grant opportunities are opening across the Lowcountry, offering vital support for nonprofits delivering measurable community impact.

Coastal Community Foundation is accepting applications for its next round of competitive grants, supporting initiatives ranging from environmental protection and affordable housing to health, equity, and the arts across Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties.

Last year alone, the foundation awarded $37 million in grants, with individual awards reaching up to $25,000. For nonprofits with strong ideas and clear outcomes, this funding can be a powerful catalyst for lasting impact in our region.

💬 Share your experience below - how do grant programs like these help strengthen communities and drive long-term regional success?

01/07/2026

Charleston ranks #2 among more than 380 U.S. metro areas for Women in Tech.

This recognition highlights the Lowcountry’s growing strength as a place where women are building careers in technology, innovation, and future-focused industries. From talent development to quality of life, Charleston continues to stand out as a region where opportunity and momentum meet 🚀

Supporting diverse talent pipelines isn’t just good for equity, it’s essential for long-term economic growth.

💬 What do you think makes Charleston such a strong place for women in tech?

01/06/2026

Construction is officially getting underway on the Lowcountry Lowline, a transformative pedestrian and bicycle corridor that will reshape mobility and public space across the Charleston peninsula. 🚶‍♀️🚴‍♂️🌿

The City of Charleston broke ground on the first phase on December 15th, launching a 1.6-mile stretch from Mount Pleasant Street to Line Street along a former railroad corridor beneath I-26. Once complete, the Lowline will feature dedicated bike and pedestrian paths, landscaped medians, and a series of parks and gathering spaces, with full buildout extending toward Marion Square.

This initial phase represents a major investment in connectivity, resilience, and quality of life, supporting neighborhood revitalization, active transportation, and long-term economic vitality in the urban core.

🌿 Which aspect of the Lowline are you most excited to see come to life?

01/05/2026

Redwood Materials has officially opened operations at its $3.5 billion campus at Camp Hall Commerce Park, the largest economic development project in South Carolina history.

The first facility is now recovering critical minerals, marking an early milestone toward what will become one of the world’s largest battery recovery and manufacturing campuses. Over the next decade, Redwood plans to create 1,500+ jobs while strengthening domestic battery supply chains through partnerships with leaders like General Motors and BMW of North America.

South Carolina continues to lead in advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and circular economy innovation.

01/02/2026

Our Rising Leaders had the opportunity to go behind the scenes at the Port of Charleston with CRDA, gaining firsthand insight into one of the region’s most critical economic engines. From an in-depth briefing to a full site tour, the experience sparked great conversation and overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants.

A sincere thank you to our South Carolina Ports Authority partners for their time, expertise, and support in making this visit possible. Experiences like this help connect emerging leaders to the industries shaping the Charleston region - and we’re excited to build on this momentum in the year ahead.

12/31/2025

As we step into the year ahead, we’re energized by the momentum, partnerships, and innovation shaping the Charleston region. Here’s to continued growth and shared success in the year to come 🎉

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12/29/2025

Don’t miss this chance, entrepreneurs. Applications close December 31.

Have an idea for a business but not sure where to start? The Harbor Entrepreneur Center Accelerator is designed to help early-stage founders get on the fast track to success.

If you’re still figuring out your product, pricing, or business model, this program is for you. You’ll work alongside fellow entrepreneurs and receive direct guidance from mentors who have been in your shoes.

Apply by December 31: https://lnkd.in/eqbphfzi

12/23/2025

Happy Holidays from all of us at CRDA. ✨

We’re grateful for the partners, businesses, and people who make the Charleston region such a strong place to live, work, and grow. Wishing you a joyful season and a bright year ahead.

12/23/2025

New research from the IMF highlights what we are seeing on the ground across the Southeast. The center of gravity for US start-ups is shifting, and the South has become one of the hottest regions for innovation. 🔥🚀

Record levels of new business formation, rapid adoption of AI tech, competitive costs, supportive policies and a growing network of research anchors are helping Southern cities outpace traditional hubs. Seven of the top ten states for start-up activity, including South Carolina, now sit below the Mason-Dixon Line.

And Charleston is right in the middle of that momentum. With a strong talent base, a fast-growing tech and life sciences ecosystem, top-tier research institutions, and a collaborative business community, the region continues to attract founders who want room to build and room to scale. 🔥🚀

Innovation is accelerating across the South, with Charleston at the forefront.

Read the full story at the link in comments 👇

12/22/2025

A major healthcare expansion is coming to West Ashley. 🏥

MUSC Health is purchasing 330,000 sq. ft. of Citadel Mall - including the former Sears space - for $83.5 million to grow its clinics, outpatient surgery, lab, radiology, and other services. Existing retailers will remain.

The West Ashley Medical Pavilion has become one of MUSC’s most successful locations, offering easy access and care closer to where many patients live. This investment strengthens that community-focused model while MUSC continues major projects downtown, including its planned cancer hospital.

CRDA celebrates MUSC Health’s continued commitment to expanding high-quality care across the Charleston region.

12/19/2025

The last shopping weekend before Christmas is here, and if you caught the The Post and Courier’s playful breakdown of what the “12 Days of Christmas” would cost in 2025, you already know holiday spending is no small feat. 🎄💸

While most of us are not gifting partridges or golden rings in bulk, Charleston’s strong retail, hospitality and small business sectors feel this seasonal momentum in real ways. Year after year, the final holiday weekend gives a meaningful boost to local employers and entrepreneurs who help power our regional economy. 🌴📈

As we head into the home stretch, here’s to a bright and busy weekend for businesses across the Lowcountry and a joyful holiday week for all.

See the cost breakdown for a real-life 12 Days of Christmas in the comments

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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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