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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.

10/09/2026

A fresh perspective from the Mile High City! 🏔️

CRDA's David Ginn and Jason Brown are in Denver, Colorado, this week for the 2026 Metro Leadership Visit, hosted by the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce.

Alongside fellow regional leaders, they're exploring how Denver is approaching infrastructure, innovation, workforce development and the opportunities that come with a rapidly expanding metro.

It's an opportunity to exchange ideas, strengthen regional connections and bring home fresh perspectives that can help shape the Charleston region's future.

📸: Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce

10/08/2026

Welcome to the Charleston region, Obatala Sciences, Inc! 🧬

The biotechnology company has selected Charleston County for its first East Coast operation, investing $656,000 and creating 46 new jobs and training opportunities.

Located at Blue Sky Labs in Charleston, Obatala’s new operation will support partnership development, translational research, product development and future scale-up activities tied to its human-derived biomaterials and advanced tissue model technologies.

We’re proud to welcome Obatala Sciences to the Charleston region and look forward to seeing the company’s impact within our life sciences community.

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jJrwRQ

10/07/2026

What will Charleston’s workforce look like in 2030? 🤔

Production now leads the region’s high-demand occupations, with jobs projected to grow 16.7% between 2025 and 2030 and add approximately 3,945 net new positions.

➡️ That growth tells a bigger story. Continued investment in advanced manufacturing, combined with automation, AI-enabled processes and new technologies, is changing both the kinds of jobs our region needs and the skills needed to fill them.

Explore more workforce trends and insights in the Charleston Metro Region Talent Demand Study: https://bit.ly/4e52EAh

10/06/2026

We’re excited to welcome John O’Toole to the Charleston Regional Development Alliance as our new Vice President of Economic Development.

John brings extensive experience in economic development and a strong understanding of South Carolina’s competitive landscape. We’re excited to have his leadership, relationships and perspective joining the CRDA team as we continue advancing regional business development efforts and positioning the Charleston region for future opportunities.

Please join us in welcoming John to CRDA!

10/05/2026

What does an investment in regional economic development make possible?

For Charleston, it means new jobs, new companies, greater opportunity, and a stronger economy.

Over the past 30+ years, CRDA and our regional partners have helped support 333 location and expansion projects representing more than 40,000 new jobs and $1.52 billion in annual payroll.

And for every $1 invested in CRDA, $22 in new annual payroll has been generated for the region.

As the Charleston region enters its next chapter, continued investment will help us build on that momentum and pursue even greater opportunities over the next five years.

Together, we can transform what’s next for the Charleston region.

10/02/2026

A great night for a great cause! 💃🕺

CRDA’s Jason Brown, Vice President of Investor Relations and External Affairs, recently took the stage for the inaugural Battle of the Ballroom, joining local leaders from across the Charleston region to help raise funds in support of Charleston County School District students and schools.

We’re proud to see Jason represent CRDA beyond the office and lend his time and talents to an event that brings the community together around public education and student success.

Congratulations to Jason, his fellow dancers and everyone who helped make the inaugural Battle of the Ballroom a memorable evening!

10/01/2026

Made in Charleston. Flying around the world. ✈️

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has ordered five Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, aircraft assembled right here in North Charleston.

It’s another reminder of the Charleston region’s role in the global aerospace industry and the advanced manufacturing expertise behind it.

From the people who build them to the companies that support them, Charleston’s aerospace ecosystem reaches far beyond our region. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3TApwki

09/30/2026

Behind every great business decision is good intelligence. 📊

In FY25–26, CRDA’s Research & Business Intelligence team responded to nearly 500 customized data requests, covering everything from workforce and industry trends to economic impact and site selection.

Now, CRDA is putting that intelligence to work through an expanded internal lead generation strategy, using advanced research tools, stronger partnerships and a broader industry focus to identify new opportunities for the Charleston region.

See how CRDA is turning insights into action and explore more highlights from the year in our 2025–26 Annual Report: https://bit.ly/4dC30OA

09/29/2026

Last week, CRDA’s Board of Directors welcomed SCDOT Secretary Justin Powell, Charleston County School District Superintendent Anita Huggins and City of Charleston Mayor William Cogswell for a timely conversation around priorities shaping our region’s future.

Together, they shared insight into initiatives focused on strengthening transportation infrastructure and continuing investment in our schools, both critical to supporting the Charleston region’s continued success and long-term competitiveness.

Thank you to Ashley Holbrook for moderating the discussion and leading an engaging conversation for the CRDA Board.

Conversations like these help keep our Board informed on the regional priorities, investments and initiatives that will continue to shape the Charleston region for years to come.

09/28/2026

Oysters, networking and one of Charleston’s favorite tech traditions. 🦪

The Annual Charleston Digital Oyster Roast returns November 12, bringing Charleston’s tech community together to kick off oyster season with local oysters, craft b**r, live music and plenty of opportunities to connect.

And this tradition has racked up some impressive numbers over the years:

🦪 8,000 oysters shucked and slurped
👥 2,200+ attendees since 2014
💰 $38,000+ raised for community initiatives

Come hungry, bring your colleagues and join Charleston’s tech community for one of the season’s favorite gatherings.

🎟️ Early bird tickets available through October 12: https://bit.ly/4xvLbIc

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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