Upstate SC Alliance

Upstate SC Alliance is an economic development organization in Greenville, SC, dedicated to helping businesses locate and expand within Upstate SC. Serving companies across industries such as aerospace, automotive, engineered materials, food and beverage, life sciences, and innovation, the organization provides site selection services, customized reports, tax and incentive guidance, workforce data, and international market entry support. With a focus on ten counties in the northwest region of SC, it supports both domestic and global investors seeking competitive advantages in infrastructure, transportation, quality of life, and business climate. The organization is recognized for its comprehensive resources and strong track record in attracting major employers, including BMW, Michelin, and GE Vernova.

The Upstate SC Alliance was formed in 2000 as a public-private partnership representing a regional network of economic stakeholders. It operates through a full-time professional staff who serve as a confidential, single point of contact for companies evaluating relocation or expansion. Services include property searches, opportunity zone assessments, data center development support, and access to a robust network of major employers and workforce statistics. The organization also maintains a Map Center, custom reporting tools, and a career portal to connect talent with opportunity, reinforcing its role as a central hub for business growth and workforce development in the region.

Located on Research Drive, the organization sits about 0.1 miles from the Carroll Campbell Graduate Engineering Center and 0.2 miles from Laurel Creek. It is within a short distance of the Center for Manufacturing Innovation and Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School, positioned near the intersection of Laurens Road and the Springs at Laurens Road neighborhood.

The organization is distinguished by its thorough, well-documented business information available online and a website that search engines read cleanly and efficiently. Its digital presence ensures that companies and investors can access accurate, structured data quickly and reliably, enhancing visibility and decision-making.

As a cornerstone of economic growth in Greenville, Upstate SC Alliance strengthens the region’s identity as a hub for advanced manufacturing, innovation, and global business, where strategic infrastructure and a skilled workforce converge.

Services:

• Business Climate
• Site Selection
• Taxes & Incentives
• Transportation & Infrastructure
• Workforce