Columbia Area Development Partnership

At colleges in the Columbia area, students aren't just learning to fulfill their dreams - they're launching them. Innovative startups are being born in our capital city with the support of university experts at institutions like University of South Carolina. From software advancements to powering automotive tech, USC is helping turn ideas into reality. 👂 https://lnkd.in/edax3xP9 #innovation #startup #econdev #highered #ColumbiaSCregion #RichlandCountySC #RichlandSC

This is how advancements are made in Richland County. Partners from around our community joined Richland School District 2 for its Partner Summit last week to learn about K-12 education in practice and discuss ways to collaborate. Working together, educators and members from private and non-profit sectors are creating brighter futures for students and supporting workforce pipeline needs for Columbia area employers. 📷 ft. Dr. Kim D. Moore R2i2 Student Innovation Center Alan Wolf, Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union Emilie Lewis, Columbia Area Development Partnership Carrie Turner #workforce #education #collaboration #RichlandSC #RichlandCountySC #CADPSC

Columbia area employers 📣 Here's your chance to ask questions about #workforce resources in our community directly with the experts! Join SC Works Midlands for a Fall Lunch and Learn next week, https://lnkd.in/eW_YB8AM

JOB FEATURE: Husqvarna USA's Columbia facility is looking for a 1st shift Granulation Operator Team Lead. This role oversees day-to-day production floor activity and order processing, and works with employees on safety and quality. details + more jobs ➡ https://lnkd.in/d2ffH3Tu #CADPSC #economicengine #careers #ColumbiaSCregion #RichlandSC

The future of tech is happening here in the Columbia area and gaining global recognition. The University of South Carolina has been building the foundation for battery advancement over the past four decades through its teams of researchers. Recently, the institution announced a new innovation center dedicated to growing the state's battery industry. These efforts have helped it earn a place among the best universities to study battery tech in the world. 🧠 https://lnkd.in/eVbJi_Dv #RichlandSC #RichlandCountySC #highered #CADPSC #economicengine

What brings good eats, fun rides and an economic boost to the Columbia area this time of the year? Drawing in locals and crowds from other communities, the annual SC State Fair brings a $45.5 million boost to the local economy. Plot your path around the fairgrounds to harvest some fun with your fam ➡ https://lnkd.in/djYwdzP #LiveRICHland #RichlandSC #CADPSC

We are proud to welcome back competitors to Columbia this week as a sponsor for QuantathonV2. Learn more about the competition and how quantum is shaping the Columbia area's future, https://lnkd.in/eQXYCAV8 #quantum #innovation #CADPSC #economicengine SC Quantum

ICYMI A Supplier Park will be developed at the Scout Motors Inc. Production Center in Blythewood. Scout announced the $300M commitment last month. Interested in exploring your opportunities to locate in #RichlandSC as a supplier? contact@columbiaareadevelopment.com learn more about the park, https://lnkd.in/erxtuJYi #CADPSC #economicengine #econdev #suppliers #automotive #manufacturing #electricvehicles

US Brick in Columbia, South Carolina, is a start-to-finish brick manufacturer for commercial and residential needs. What's the key to its success? Find out how it's built a strong foundation for growth ➡ https://lnkd.in/ezKpmpEE #manufacturing #success #RichlandSC #CADPSC #economicengine

This month we're celebrating businesses that build, assemble + produce in #RichlandSC for #ManufacturingMonth. Follow along as we showcase employers from our community building a brighter future for citizens. In the meantime, learn more about manufacturing in #RichlandCountySC, https://lnkd.in/esWMwS42 #CADPSC #economicengine #MadeInRichlandSC #B4BRichlandSC