ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
PROJECT

South Carolina is in the middle of an economic boom, and new development projects are bringing life to communities across the state. This award goes to the development that is turning heads in South Carolina.

FINALISTS
Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
Seamon Whiteside
Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC

PALMETTO
GREEN

South Carolina is known for its natural resources. The Palmetto Green award goes to the corporate project that is most known for its preservation and protection of South Carolina’s beauty.

FINALISTS
Volvo Car US Operations
Southern Current LLC
ICE Recycling, LLC

HEALTH INITIATIVE
OF THE YEAR

With all that we have going on in South Carolina, you know our health and wellness industry is at the top of its game. This award is given to a not-for-profit or private sector health initiative that improves the health of South Carolinians.

FINALISTS
MUSC Center for Telehealth
South Carolina Federal Credit Union
Eau Claire Cooperative Health Center: Healthcare for the Homeless

COMMUNITY DIVERSITY
AWARD

Every year, South Carolina becomes more diverse and inclusive, attracting new residents from all over the globe. The Community Diversity Award gives recognition to the organization or company that best reflects and promotes this diversity through its hiring strategy, membership structure, or other initiatives.

FINALISTS
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation
South Carolina Federal Credit Union
SC Telco Federal Credit Union

WOVEN &
WORN

This award celebrates our history and our future in the textile industry by recognizing the top product or company that is changing the face of what textiles mean to South Carolina.

FINALISTS
Homegrown Cotton
Mount Vernon Mills, Inc.
R. Hanauer Bow Ties

FARM, FOREST
& FIELD

From the peach orchards to the cotton fields, South Carolina has long been recognized for its agricultural community. The Farm, Forest & Field Award goes to the brand that is proving to be truly revolutionary in agribusiness.

FINALISTS
McCall Farms
Manchester Farms
Amick Farms

TASTE OF
THE STATE

Okra, sweet tea, collards and biscuits—we’re known for great food and the hospitality that comes with it. This award goes to the restaurant whose signature dish screams “South Carolina.”

This award will be chosen by popular vote after the three finalists are chosen.

FINALISTS
Husk
Agape Chocolates
Blue Marlin

BREWERY
OF THE YEAR

Which brewery do you know has the top hops? Brewery of the Year goes to the producer that has the best tasting brew and is making a name for themselves, across the state and beyond.

This award will be chosen by popular vote after the three finalists are chosen.

FINALISTS
RJ Rockers Brewing Company
Frothy Beard Brewing Company
CottonTown Brew Lab

EVENT OF
THE YEAR

People in South Carolina know how to throw a good party, with great food, plenty of drinks, and warm hospitality. The Event of the Year Award celebrates the corporation or non-profit organization that hosts the celebration that best attracts regional and national/global attention, visitors and economic development impact to our state.

This award will be chosen by popular vote after the three finalists are chosen.

FINALISTS
RBC Heritage
The Carolina Cup
SC State Fair

DESTINATION
AWARD

From the mountains to the beach and everywhere in-between, South Carolina is a destination unlike any other. and Our Destination Award goes to the South Carolina location or event that is making South Carolina a “must see.”

This award will be chosen by popular vote after the three finalists are chosen.

FINALISTS
Carowinds
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Palmetto Trail

PRODUCT
INNOVATION

South Carolina is known for its high level of innovation and invention—whether from a start up company or a longtime resident. This award goes to the company whose newest development is bringing attention and growth to the state.

FINALISTS
TSO3, Inc.
Citibot
6AM City

CHARITABLE
IMPACT

In South Carolina, we look after our neighbors, making this state the best place in the nation to live. The Charitable Impact Award recognizes corporate giving and philanthropy that makes a true impact for the good of the state and its citizens.

FINALISTS
Colonial Life
Michelin North America
Goodwill Industries

HOMETOWN
SC

Every year we honor one city or town that is doing great things for the people that call it home. The people, good government, good corporate citizens, low taxes and a high quality of life are factors that make the place you live a great hometown.

FINALISTS
Town of Mount Pleasant
City of Aiken
City of Walterboro

BRAND ON
THE RISE

As an entrepreneurial haven, South Carolina is the place to start up a new business or brand. This award goes to the company founded in the last six years, that has quickly taken the market to become a player nationally or globally in its space, building on South Carolina’s brand and reputation.

FINALISTS
Anchor Bat Co.
Serve & Connect
EDTS Cyber

LEGENDS
AWARD

The Legends Award recognizes the company, person or institution that has continually and consistently given to South Carolina and its people. Our legends make us proud, and they deserve all the attention we have to give.

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