Business Services

The 2018 Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report found a strong entrepreneurial environment in the 6-county Columbia metropolitan statistical area, though Columbia’s ranking in other indicators, including livability, dropped from 2017 … Read More

The fifth annual Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report, which measures Columbia’s economic competitiveness in five categories, will be released today. The report compares the greater Columbia area to nine similar Southeast cities. … Read More

The event, held in partnership with the office of U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, will feature S.C. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Jennifer Fletcher and provide information about the tax-incentivized economic development program. … Read More

Richland County business licenses must be renewed by March 15 to avoid penalties. Businesses renewing online at the Business Service Center will receive a $10 discount off the renewal fee. … Read More

The fifth annual Columbia Impact Awards will recognize business or individuals in four categories. Nominations are due Dec. 14. … Read More