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Greenville's HQ momentum continuesThe Southeast continues to attract business investment, with South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee benefiting from strong growth driven by talent, infrastructure, and industry momentum. Here are some recent major office moves, headquarters relocations, and workplace upgrades across the Upstate.- Airsys recently opened a $60 million, 60-acre global headquarters campus in the Upstate, establishing its U.S. hub for AI and data center cooling innovation and creating 215 new jobs, with manufacturing expected to begin in Q1 2027.
- GE Vernova is scaling energy manufacturing and engineering operations tied to grid modernization and turbine production, including a ~$160 million Greenville facility investment supporting ~600+ jobs.
- Isuzu North America is investing $280 million to establish a new US production base at a 1 million-sqft facility on 200+ acres in Piedmont, converting it into a truck assembly plant expected to create 700+ new jobs and produce up to 50,000 vehicles annually starting in 2027.
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News Notes
LeadershipGreenville Tech Foundation has named Gina Blohm executive director following a nationwide search. Blohm will lead fundraising efforts supporting Greenville Technical College and its students. She previously held development roles with Prisma Health and the Community Foundation of Greenville.HealthNovant Health has topped out structural steel for its first Greenville-area medical campus on Patewood Drive, marking a construction milestone. The project includes a hospital, medical office, and surgery center and is expected to open in phases beginning in 2026, with the hospital opening in 2027. (The Post and Courier)AnnouncedThe Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) marked its 25th anniversary at its annual meeting in downtown Greenville, highlighting a $94.2 billion cumulative economic impact since 2001. The event also looked ahead to future growth, honoring past leaders and recognizing major investment and job creation across Greenville County.CommunitySCBIZ is launching a statewide Emerging Leaders Under 40 initiative, an evolution of its regional Forty Under 40 programs. Nominations are open now through July 31. (SCBIZ)ApplyApplications are open now for the 2026 eiX Venture Studio, a free, 16-week program hosted by SC NEXUS and SCRA for South Carolina-based entrepreneurs. Interested in launching your own startup — and being eligible to compete for $50,000? Learn more and apply.DevelopmentGreenville’s Design Review Board approved major renovations to City Hall and Bon Secours Wellness Arena, advancing a $282 million campus plan. The arena will add nearly 28,000 sq ft of concourse space and a 6,500-7,000-seat amphitheater, while City Hall will be reimagined with expanded public spaces. (Upstate Business Journal)EduGreenville Technical College has joined the Aspen Institute’s Unlocking Opportunity network, a national initiative focused on improving student completion and economic mobility. The effort aims to remove barriers like financial stress and complex enrollment while strengthening pathways to higher-paying careers. (Greenville Journal)Real EstateJoan Herlong, founder and CEO of Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty, represented the buyers in the $5 million sale of 22 Bennett St. in Greenville, setting a new city record for single-family homes. The firm also held the previous $4.5 million record.AnnouncedGREEN Charter Schools’ Midlands campus in Irmo will not reopen in the fall following declining enrollment, financial challenges, and leadership changes within the statewide network. The Greenville-based charter system cited ongoing academic and operational issues in the decision to close the K-8 campus. (The Post and Courier)BizAccording to the 2026 America’s Best Cities report, South Carolina can count itself as a major manufacturing growth state and a strong migration destination, as well as seeing a 21-27% GDP growth — well above the national average.Real EstateThe CRE landscape is shifting — and opportunity won't wait. Reach thousands of local decision-makers who are actively looking. List your property with BizBrief. Use code CRE50 for 50% off your first two listings. ReadAI is reshaping the workplace fast. Stay ahead with Superhuman AI, the free, daily newsletter trusted by 1M+ professionals. In just three minutes, get the AI news, practical workflows, and tested tools that can help you work more efficiently, boost productivity, and stay competitive in your career. Subscribe now.*
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Editor's PickHow GVLtoday sparked a nationwide media network
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| The company grew rapidly in 2021. | Photo by 6AM City |
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| Have you heard? GVLtoday is celebrating 10 years of sharing good news. What began as a single GVLtoday newsletter in 2016 has grown into 6AM City, a national media company reaching more than 550,000 daily newsletter readers. Senior Product Editor Danielle recently looked back at how GVLtoday helped launch 6AM City's network, from its early days to expansion across dozens of US cities — including eight BizBrief newsletters, with more on the way — and the company’s evolution into a multi-market platform in 2026. |
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Agenda
Editor's PickGrow Your Business: Upstate Real Estate Farmers Market | Wednesday, June 24 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Taylor Barn, Simpsonville | Free for licensed Real Estate Agents, reserve a spot | Upstate SC agents will gather to connect with local lenders, inspectors, contractors, and other vendors.
Monday, June 222026 SEUS-CP Forum | Saturday, June 21-Tuesday, 23 | Times vary | $350
Tuesday, June 23Lunch & Learn Series Presented by Prisma Health | 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce, Simpsonville | $15 for Chamber members, $25 for non-members
Upstate Downtown Academy | 5-8 p.m. | 125 Trailblazer Dr., Travelers Rest | $25, register
Thursday, June 25Breakfast Briefing with Senator Jason Elliott, District 6 | 8 a.m. | The Vault at Taylors Mill, Taylors | $35 for Chamber members, $45 for non-members
Inside the Process: Local Planning & State Advocacy Mixer | 6-8 p.m. | Judson Mill Social Innovation Center | Free, reserve a spot
Plan AheadSUDsGVL (Startup Drinks) | Tuesday, July 28 | 4-7 p.m. | Bridgeway Public House, Simpsonville | Free, RSVP
The State of Greenville | Thursday, Aug. 13 | 8-10 a.m. | Hyatt Regency | $75 for Chamber investors, $100 for non-Chamber investors |
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Listed
Retail, for sale10 Chrome Dr. | 9,617 sqft | $2.695 million | Formerly home to Quaker Steak & Lube, this Greenville property offers strong visibility, ample parking, and flexible potential for restaurant, retail, hospitality, or adaptive reuse concepts.Office, for lease101 N. Main St. | 1,788-14,011 sqft | $36.50/sqft | Office space is available at One City Plaza, a Class A downtown property with on-site amenities, direct parking access, and a walkable location near Falls Park and the Swamp Rabbit Trail.Office, for sale514 Arlington Ave. | 485 sqft | $260,000 | Near Fluor Field and Greenville’s West End, this office property offers flexible buildout potential in a highly sought-after downtown location.
300 E. Coffee St. | 5,700 sqft | $1.995 million | This office property offers flexible space with on-site parking, prominent signage opportunity, and walkable access to Main Street and nearby dining and retail, directly across from the new federal courthouse.
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Mailbag💻 Where our readers are working from
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| Flywheel Greenville continues to grow as a coworking hub for entrepreneurs and remote workers, with additional private office suites now underway. | Provided by Flywheel Coworking |
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We asked, you answered. Last week, we highlighted a few newer coworking spaces. This week, we're sharing three tried-and-true reader recommendations.- Founded as Co-Work before rebranding to Atlas Local, this Greenville-owned coworking space is among the oldest in South Carolina — and one of the earliest in the country — with a loyal community that includes members who have been working there for more than a decade.
- A reader favorite in the Crescent Startup Community, Flywheel Greenville has become a go-to workspace for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and growing businesses, and is now expanding its private office offerings to meet continued demand.
- "Thrive Greenville is another awesome coworking spot with eighth-floor views in the center of downtown,” shared reader Beth B.
- Venture X Greenville offers a modern coworking and office space featuring flexible workspace options, meeting rooms, and community-driven amenities for entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses.
Thanks for writing in and sharing your coworking recs — keep them coming; we’re always looking for new spots to “desk” around town. |
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The Wrap
💬 Speaking of... coworking in Travelers Rest?
“I really wish there was a good coworking space in TR, or at least in Sans Souci,” reader Gabby shared. While coffee shops offer a solid workday backdrop, she said there’s still a gap in true coworking community spaces.
So, where are you working from in Travelers Rest or nearby Sans Souci? With more people looking for flexible work setups outside traditional offices, the need for shared workspaces — or at least strong alternatives — keeps coming up.
Know of a spot that fits the bill? Reply to this newsletter and share your recs. |
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