since 1965
Welcome to SCEDA
South Carolina’s Voice for Economic Development
Our Mission
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) serves as the Voice of Economic Development in the Palmetto State.
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Professional Development
SCEDA provides a variety of professional development programs throughout the year ranging from The SC Economic Development Institute, which is an entry-level course in the basics of economic development. The SC Economic Developers’ Advanced Symposium is for career practitioners that provides a higher level economic development curriculum.
Upcoming Events
MidYear Meeting
September 24-25, 2026
Greenville, SC
About SCEDA
Our members include local and regional economic developers, as well as officials from municipal, county and state government agencies, construction and engineering firms, utility companies, attorneys, consultants, financial institutions, and higher education.
SCEDA’s mission is to enhance the professional development of its membership and to advocate economic development to benefit the citizens of South Carolina.
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Recognizing a Lifetime of Service: SCEDA Members Emeritus
Recognizing a Lifetime of Service: SCEDA Members Emeritus For many SCEDA members, involvement in the association becomes a meaningful part of their professional lives. These individuals help strengthen the profession and the communities across South Carolina,...
New Member and MidYear Meeting First-Time Attendee Orientation
Join SCEDA Membership Chair Ann Broadwater and fellow SCEDA leaders for the New Member and MidYear Meeting First-Time Attendee Orientation. Get a head start on your SCEDA MidYear Meeting experience with this virtual opportunity to connect, learn, and prepare for...
Congratulations Sumter County, Sumter Economic Development, and TheLINK Alliance!
Congratulations Sumter County, Sumter Economic Development, and TheLINK Alliance! eVAC Magnetics was announced in December 2023 and recently celebrated its grand opening in July 2026. The project highlights an investment of more than $500 million and the creation of...
Potential Tax Benefit to Agribusiness In Your Communities
State Tax Credit Available for Agribusinesses South Carolina provides a possible income tax credit or withholding tax credit to agribusinesses or agricultural packaging operations that increase their purchases of products certified as grown in South Carolina by the...
MidYear Meeting Attendee List as of 9.18
SCEDA MidYear Meeting Attendees registered as of 9/18/26 F. Name L. Name Organization Trent Acker Duke Energy Andrew Ackley Seamon Whiteside & Associates Inc. Jeannie Adame Constantine Geosyntec Consultants Tim Aldinger RES Andrew Allen Seamon Whiteside &...
SCEDA Legislative Listening Tour Dates
Help SCEDA Develop its 2027 Legislative Agenda Please see the following dates and times and join one of SCEDA’s Virtual Legislative Listening Tours where we listen to your thoughts and ideas on current and upcoming legislative issues. Your feedback will help shape...
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