SCHC 274 (Hughes/Hudgens): Entrepreneurial Assignment: South Carolina

South Carolina statistical data within a variety of categories, geographical areas and from a multitude of sources.
*Provided by USC's Darla Moore School of Business

Online publication containing economic, demographic, and social data for SC produced by a variety of state and federal agencies

Includes SC MSA Map, Economic Outlook, State Facts, and County Profiles

The Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) is a non-profit academic research consortium that has as its goal the ready availability of high quality information on global entrepreneurial activity.

From the Global Economic Forum, its annual report on global competitiveness compiled from calculations based on both publicly available data and a comprehensive executive opinion survey.

From the Kauffman Foundation of Entrepreneurship, links to the research focused on what drives innovation and economic growth in an entrepreneurial world. Access to their data and their research reports.

Small Business Resources for Cities in South Carolina

Links to Chamber of Commerce websites by SC city

Links to government contracting opportunities, information on permits and licensing, and other resources for small businesses in SC.

Before doing business in South Carolina, you must register your business with the Secretary of State. Includes information on incorporating in SC and other business filings.

Provides business information and enables new and existing businesses to file permits, licenses, registrations, or pay taxes.

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the Moore School of Business, operates the statewide network of Small Business Development Centers (SBDC). Offers services such as consulting, continuing education, information and referral, and special purpose programs.

Information and networks for SC businesses

SCIWAY includes almost 50,000 links to other South Carolina websites as well as an amazing collection of maps, charts, articles, and other resources. It is organized by subject areas – such as education, history, jobs, real estate, and tourism.

Experts in collaboration, planning, and execution building a knowledge economy for businesses in SC

The Trelys Funds is a venture capital investment group headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina. Trelys focuses on an underserved market of entrepreneurs and investors located primarily in South Carolina and the surrounding region.