You’re not doing what you’re doing to make a whimper. You want to make some noise. You want to make a difference. Be honest – you want to change the world. Welcome to Greenville, SC, one of the best launching pads in the world for your ambitions, your dreams and your goals. You can get it done here. We'll make it easier than just about anywhere.
How can we help you change the world?
EDUCATION 
LIVING 
Culture 
Accessibility 
Environment
HIGHLY EDUCATED POPULATION. HIGHLY RESPECTED INSTITUTIONS.
Our workforce is trained, skilled, advanced and ready to help you build your business. More than half of the adult population in Greenville, SC has at least a bachelor’s degree. Those degrees come from colleges and universities all over the world, including local institutions of higher learning such as Clemson University, Furman University, Greenville Tech, Bob Jones University, North Greenville University, Lander University, Wofford College and more.
K-12 OPTIONS ABOUND
There are many public and private school options that are renowned in the area. Our public education system is highly regarded with two National Blue Ribbon Schools and five of Newsweek’s Best High Schools. Indeed, Greenville County is home to: Award-winning public schools, 11 Magnet Academies, 7 Charter Schools, Multiple accredited private schools.
AVERAGE COMMUTE TIME? 17.7 MINUTES.
One of our entrepreneurs, Srikanth Kodeboyina, said it best: “As a consultant I traveled to 46 states in America. In Greenville, SC, everything is within 15 minutes in drivable distance. That gives a lot of our human life back to us.” We’re centrally located between Atlanta and Charlotte, and we have an incredibly convenient airport, and major highway infrastructure.
A PRISTINE ENVIRONMENT
We are near the mountains, lakes and rivers. But we’re still a city. A city that cares. Our air quality is considerably better than the national average. Our water is clean and among the best tasting in the country. And we go out of our way to keep our downtown free of litter.
"Underrated Cities for Art Lovers"
U.S. News and World Report
We have some amazing public arts installations. Indie Craft pulls artists form all over the southeast and draws scores of eager art buyers every year.
International Influences
Greenville is home to a number of international corporations. The number of internationally influenced events grows each year. There is an annual Greek Festival, Salsa at Sunset, The Scottish Games hosted at Furman University, Annual Comic Con, BMW Pro-Am golf tournament, and Euphoria decadent culinary experience, just to name a few.
Off Broadway Shows Year-Round
Greenville is home to 13 performing arts venues. The Peace Center hosts a wide range of performances, group outings, business meetings, receptions and holiday parties. You can see Off Broadway shows such as Wicked, Lion King and Hamilton. Hockey, college basketball and a wide range of concerts and family entertainment events take place each year in Greenville's17,000-seat arena.
European Old Master Paintings Collection
The Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University
The Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University is recognized as one of the finest collections of European Old Masters paintings in the country. It is home to more than 400 works, including the Bowen Collection of Antiquities. It features Rubens, Botticelli, Tintoretto and van Dyck.
Planes, Trains and Trolleys
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) hosts seven carriers with an average 49 non-stop departing flights daily. Prefer to fly private? No problem. The Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) provides a well-maintained and convenient landing spot for business, charter and personal aircraft. And it's only a 5-minute drive to Downtown Greenville. Want to see the land while you travel? There is an Amtrak station located in downtown Greenville, SC. It services passengers and freight shipping. Experience Greenville by trolley! Going to a Greenville Drive baseball game? Heading from North Main Street to The West End? Maybe from the Greenville Zoo to South Main Street? Take one of our vintage, open-air trolleys for free. Trolleys are wheelchair accessible and equipped with bike racks.
55+ County Parks, Playgrounds and Recreation centers
Greenville, SC has 46 city parks occupying more than 400 acres of land within the city. The City has an average temperature of 61 degrees, 221 sunny days a year, four seasons and a moderate 51 inches of rain annually.
Lake, Seas and Mountains
There is plenty of surf, water and hiking within 30 minutes to 3 hours drive time. Lakes are the closest amenity and there are a couple to choose from including Lake Jocassee, Keowee-Toxaway State Park and Lake Hartwell. They offer swimming, fishing, boating and camping. Saluda lake, Lake Cunningham & Lake Robinson are non-motorized and ideal for a quiet outing and family fun.
Paul Ryll
Co-Owner Parsley & Mint, Tipsy Taco Clemson, & O.M. Appraisal Group
Paul has seen the world, literally, as a marine. He came to Greenville by chance, to get his appraisal license and stayed. Through a co-working space, he found the support and opportunities that would have been lost in a big city.
Paul is the entrepreneur that can't help but "see the opportunities, and where it could be profitable, where it could help the community, and where it could employ a lot of people."
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"The thing that I enjoy most about Greenville is that I know that I can pick up this phone and I can call any of them and they will take my call and they will give me advice. Free, complete advice about entrepreneurship, about HR issues."
Grow Beyond Startup, Develop a business plan to accelerate graduation from SCRA copy
Successful SCRA Member Companies share an amazingly consistent determinant of success: Owners that can build and tell the story of their business. This goes far deeper than learning how to pitch.
Registration: https://www.scra.org/event/gro...
Seeking the Best in the Southeast Life Science Innovation Ecosystem
PitchRounds is Southeast Life Sciences presentation program held during the AdvanSE Life Sciences Conference. Seed stage companies to companies looking for expansion capital are encouraged to apply to present.
Application: https://southeastlifesciences....
5th Annual DEI Summit
Over the last four DEI Summits, we have been motivated and challenged by DEI experts and thought-leaders to dig deep, become uncomfortable, and challenge our mindsets. We’ve been encouraged to never stop learning and to keep growing. Here’s the thing, if all this knowledge remains on the inside and never finds its way out, then this year’s DEI Summit will be nothing more than just another great conference……enter ACTION! Here’s the thing, if all this knowledge remains on the inside and never finds its way out, then this year’s DEI Summit will be nothing more than just another great conference……enter ACTION!Here’s the thing, if all this knowledge remains on the inside and never finds its way out, then this year’s DEI Summit will be nothing more than just another great conference……enter ACTION! For 2021, we have assembled DEI experts and thought-leaders from around the country to share their experience and wisdom on how to do exactly that – add ACTION to the sphere of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity.
Registration: http://dandisummit.com/about/
Get Started Workshop at Village Launch: Food and Beverage
Village Launch in partnership with Greenville Tech's Truist Culinary & Hospitality Innovation Center (CHI), Greer Development Corporation, and Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery will be holding a special 4-hour "CO.STARTERS Get Started Workshop" for Food & Beverage based entrepreneurs. $25 dollars - Truist Culinary & Hospitality Innovation Center (CHI) 556 Perry Ave, Ste B114 Greenville, SC 29611
Registration: https://villagelaunch.org/even...
Going Virtual? Tips, tools & Tricks for Success
Many would agree that change is about the only thing that is constant. As you look to move forward in this new digital age, there may be a need to consider revamping your online strategy, especially as it relates to training and technology. In this session, we will discuss your burning questions around the digital learning space and explore tools and resources available to support your business level strategic priorities. We will also share services we provide to help you transition to the virtual space in a quality and sustainable way.
Registration: https://www.scra.org/event/goi...
