SC Chamber Of Commerce

SC Chamber Of Commerce is a Chamber of Commerce in Columbia, SC, located at 1301 Gervais St #1100. It holds a rating of 3.30 based on 4 reviews.

The organization operates as a statewide entity promoting pro-job and pro-business policies at the state and federal levels. It unites businesses from across SC, ranging from startups and family-owned enterprises to global corporations, spanning sectors from the Lowcountry to the Upstate. The Chamber monitors legislative issues affecting the business community and citizens, identifying key policy areas through its annual Competitiveness Agenda. This agenda is developed by gathering feedback from local Chambers of Commerce across the state, surveying membership, and convening policy committees and the board. Members can participate in policy committees to help guide advocacy efforts.

A notable organizational change is the planned merger with the SC Manufacturers Alliance effective January 1, 2026, to form a new entity called SC Manufacturers and Commerce. The Chamber engages members through coordinated strategies, training opportunities, and networking events to advocate for a strong business environment.

The organization supports workforce development and education through specific initiatives. It maintains a partnership with SC’s HBCU institutions to connect students in STEM-related fields with industry leaders. The SC Business Week program provides rising high school juniors, seniors, and college freshmen with hands-on experience interacting with loaned executives from companies like Michelin, Food Lion, and Colonial Life. The program introduces students to leadership, teamwork, and the American free enterprise system. Additionally, the organization presents Leadership Awards to recognize individuals and businesses that demonstrated growth, success, and community service for the betterment of SC.

By uniting diverse businesses to advocate for favorable policies and develop the local workforce, the SC Chamber Of Commerce plays a central role in shaping the economic landscape of SC from its Columbia headquarters.

The SC Chamber Of Commerce sits on Gervais Street in Columbia, SC, just steps away from the Supreme Court of SC and the Trinity Episcopal Cathedral.

Services:

• Legislative report and action center
• Networking events
• Pro-job and pro-business policy advocacy
• Training opportunities
• Workforce development programs