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Need a Shovel-Ready Site? Laurens County is Prime for Development
11/02/2024 - When it comes to developing industrial projects, U.S. companies are demanding increased speed to go to market. Despite the current economic challenges facing America’s landscape, industrial projects are booming and constantly in need of shovel-ready land. Laurens County, South Carolina, is fortunate to have an abundance of... READ MORE
Best Places for Business Incentives: Come to Laurens County, SC
10/31/2024 - Ready to expand your company to a location with fantastic business incentives? Look no further than Laurens County, South Carolina. With a long list of state and local economic incentives, businesses are quickly moving their organizations to Laurens County. Read more to see why Laurens County is an amazing place... READ MORE
Looking for a Better Quality of Life? Come to Laurens County
09/07/2024 - How do you define a place with a high quality of life? For some, quality of life is measured by access to career opportunities, financial stability, and a path to homeownership. For others, access to the outdoors and recreation take precedence. Whatever you’re seeking, Laurens County truly has... READ MORE
Workforce Development in Laurens County: Teaching Skills for the Future
08/22/2024 - As technology advances and the business landscape evolves, employers are looking for skilled workers who are ahead of the curve. Whether they’re mastering artificial intelligence, learning a skilled trade, or gaining specialized education, employees are taking advantage of workforce training to help their resumes stand out. The workforce... READ MORE
Nordson Industrial Coating Systems to Launch New Operations in Laurens County
07/17/2024 - KEY HIGHLIGHTS Nordson Industrial Coating Systems (ICS) is excited to be establishing a new manufacturing facility in Laurens County. The $30 million investment will create more than 125 new production, machining, engineering, and management jobs. Nordson ICS customers rely on Nordson’s equipment for the precise application and curing of... READ MORE
Key Industries and Sectors Flourishing in Laurens County
07/01/2024 - The vibrant industries in Laurens County are a testament to the County’s healthy business environment. Each sector found in Laurens County, from manufacturing to healthcare to hospitality, demonstrates that the County is conducive to many types of industries. This economic diversity makes it an amazing place to run... READ MORE
Infrastructure: The Backbone of Laurens County’s Growth
07/01/2024 - The infrastructure of Laurens County, South Carolina was designed with business in mind. The multimodal transportation, convenient location, and shovel-ready industrial sites make it a popular place to expand a business. More than 70 industries are already flourishing in Laurens County - read more to see how your industry can thrive... READ MORE
Companies and Employers Leading the Way in Laurens County
05/24/2024 - The diverse business landscape in Laurens County, South Carolina makes it an ideal place to expand a company. From machinery to freight transport, the wide range of major companies in Laurens County contributes to the thriving economy. Continue reading to learn more about the company profiles of Laurens County&rsquo... READ MORE
Meet The Laurens County Labor Market: Skilled and Ready to Work
04/03/2024 - Laurens County, South Carolina has a dynamic workforce of 587,000 and is made of people who are happy to live in the region. Nearly 72% of residents in Laurens County have a commute time of less than 30 minutes, which means they live, work, and play all in one place. Laurens County has... READ MORE
Flame Spray North America expands operations in Laurens County
01/23/2024 - FAST FACTS Flame Spray North America is expanding its operations in Laurens County. The company’s $2.5 million investment will create 40 new jobs. Flame Spray North America is a thermal spray coatings manufacturer. The company is located at 576 International Blvd. in Fountain Inn, S.C. Individuals interested in joining the... READ MORE
