20 top South Carolina startups to watch in 2025
Discover 20 of South Carolina’s most promising startups making waves across tech, life sciences and more. These founders are shaping the future of business.
Liberty-based KeyMark names Ed McQuiston CEO amid leadership shift
KeyMark appoints Ed McQuiston as new CEO, while founder Jim Wanner transitions to board chairman, marking a new phase of innovation and growth.
Greenville Tech breaks ground on welding center
Greenville Technical College begins work on a $15M welding and automation center to address nationwide welder shortages with cutting-edge training tools.
USDA, South Carolina fund $4.1M to boost local food supply chain
USDA and South Carolina Department of Agriculture award $4.1M to support 26 local projects strengthening food supply chain infrastructure across South Carolina.
Junior Achievement initiative brings career skills to South Carolina students
Junior Achievement, JA BizTown, career readiness, financial literacy, South Carolina education, elementary school programs, workforce development, mobile learning, student empowerment, real-world skills.
Clemson opens $50M Nieri Family Alumni and Visitors Center
Clemson University unveils the $50M Nieri Family Alumni and Visitors Center, a state-of-the-art hub for students, alumni, and prospective visitors.
Walmart to remodel 33 South Carolina stores in 2025
Walmart will invest in 33 South Carolina stores in 2025, enhancing shopping, supporting associates and giving back to local communities.
New luxury hotel to open in downtown Charleston
The Nickel Hotel by Method Co. opens on King Street in Charleston, offering luxury rooms, rooftop views at Rosemary Rose, and modern vintage design.
Local Realtors to open downtown Columbia coworking space
The 17,179-square-foot coworking space will feature 84 offices and stunning city views in downtown Columbia, opening October 2025.
Atlanta Property Group acquires Greenville distribution site
The acquisition expands the company's industrial portfolio in Greenville’s prime Pelham Road submarket along I-85.
Duncan community center begins work on $19M education facility
Middle Tyger Community Center begins construction on a $19M early education facility in Duncan to combat childcare shortages in Spartanburg County.
GB&D reopens at The Commons in Greenville with new dining concept
GB&D reopens in The Commons food hall with a fresh focus on fan favorites and two new sister concepts: Leo’s Pizza and Delicious by GB&D.












