Columbia Area Development Partnership

Richland County, SC’s economic development engine. We connect public + private leaders to drive jobs, investment, and growth.

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The Babcock Building has a long history in Columbia. First opened in 1821, it’s now part of The @BullStreetSC.

After a 2020 fire, the building was restored as a residential community, preserving its history while reflecting BullStreet’s growth and Columbia’s momentum.

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@Brose_Group will invest $29.5M and create 330 jobs in the @Scout_Motors supplier park in Blythewood.

The announcement shows how Scout’s investment is building an automotive supply chain and cluster in #RichlandCounty.

Read more: https://t.co/EomnaPN5gM

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@steelfabinc is bringing 100 new jobs and a $30M investment to Richland County, putting an existing Two Notch Road industrial building back to work.

Read more: https://t.co/Ocbxlicyq4

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NEWS: @WECNuclear is investing approximately $1 billion to expand its nuclear fuel operations in Richland County. Read more: https://t.co/CjNLXoHnjr

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5 projects. More than $450M in investment. One transforming district in the heart of Downtown Columbia.

CADP investors and board members got an up-close look at the growth taking shape in the BullStreet District in Richland County.

Learn more: https://t.co/kVYrxiWSUQ

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A competitive workforce starts with stronger connections between education and industry.

CADP and @RichlandOne hosted their second Industry Roundtable, connecting employers and educators to align workforce needs with student career preparation and strengthen our talent pipeline.

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@Scout_Motors Read more at: https://t.co/fzqZE5Jj9E

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Seven Upstate SC suppliers announced a combined $82M in new investments and 200 jobs to support @Scout_Motors manufacturing operations in Blythewood.

This announcement highlights the growing statewide economic impact of Scout Motors’ investment in #RichlandCounty.

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Why are companies choosing Richland County? The numbers tell the story. Since 2011, the county has attracted $5.4B in announced investment and nearly 15,000 new jobs.

See what’s driving growth and why companies choose Richland Co.: https://t.co/kVYrxiWSUQ

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Richland County has a strong workforce, leading education and training institutions, and a growing manufacturing base.

Here are a few facts that show why our community is positioned for continued economic growth. ⬇️

Learn more at: https://t.co/kVYrxiWSUQ

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CADP CEO Jeff Ruble joined I-77 Regional Leadership to discuss the momentum building across Richland County.

From renewed interest from Scout suppliers to record private development activity and continued growth along the I-77 corridor.

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For more than a year, we've brought public and private partners together around one mission: driving investment, creating opportunity and building for the future.

Our move toward a stronger public-private model is about one thing: working together to move Richland Co. forward.

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Strong communities help drive strong economic development.

CADP joined @CityofColumbia and @RichlandSC partners and leaders for a first look at the Congaree Riverfront District and the vision taking shape for this development.

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Today is National Workforce Development Day Workforce and in Richland Co. we know that workforce development takes partnership.

From short-term training to a new Workforce Navigator program, CADP is connecting workforce partners to build solutions that help businesses thrive.

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According to Yahoo Finance, the future of manufacturing is being built in South Carolina.

South Carolina continues to earn national recognition as a top manufacturing destination, and we’re helping drive that momentum.

Read more: https://t.co/3RfuvRtL8I

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This Labor Day, we’re celebrating the dedicated employees who help keep business in and around Richland County moving every day.

Thank you for your service, hard work, and commitment to our county. We appreciate all that you do!

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To our partners in public safety: please know that you have the support of the Columbia Area Development Partnership and the community you serve.

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Today, CADP celebrated its first year as Richland County’s premier economic development authority. The event honored Councilman Paul Livingston and highlighted our FY2026 Annual Impact Report.

To read CADP’s Annual Report for FY2026, click here: https://t.co/946R645wI7

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Helping businesses grow doesn't stop after they choose Richland County. Through Bridge 4 Business, our Existing Industry team helps companies navigate growth, access resources, overcome challenges & plan for what's next, because when our businesses thrive, so does our community.

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SC is the #1 destination in the country for Gen Z newcomers! SC gained 53,734 new residents in 2024, and Gen Z led the way, accounting for 32%. The talent pipeline of the future is already choosing SC, and here in Richland County, we're ready to welcome them.