Partners & Programs
Partners and Programs - You’re Not Building Alone
When you start, grow, or expand a business in Union County, you’re not going it alone. Behind every successful project here is a network of committed partners—organizations that show up, stay engaged, and work in sync to help your business move forward.
Whether you need workforce support, technical training, permitting assistance, or a reliable power provider, we’re already at the table with the people who can help.
Local Partners Who Know the Community
In addition to our regional and statewide resources, the Union County Development Corporation works hand-in-hand with local organizations that shape the heart of our economy. These partners bring insight, access, and energy to the table—so when you need to plug into the community, we’ve already got the connections in place.
Supports business visibility, local connections, and advocacy for small and midsize employers
Promotes the area’s natural, cultural, and historical assets—often key for location decisions, events, and employee recruitment
Plays a critical role in planning, permitting, infrastructure, and land development support
These partners collaborate with UCDC regularly to support business attraction, retention, and expansion. If your business needs a seat at the table—they’re already there.
Workforce & Talent Partners
Hiring, Training, and Upskilling—Handled
We work closely with regional workforce organizations to help you hire, train, and retain great people.
Workforce recruitment, job postings, hiring assistance
Industry certifications, custom training, technical programs
Career readiness and technical education at the high school level
Workforce training and recruitment for qualifying businesses
State-supported apprenticeships across multiple sectors
Education & Early Talent Pipeline
Education is the long game—and Union County invests in it. Our schools and local campuses work directly with industry to align curriculum and career pathways.
University of South Carolina Union
Bachelor’s and associate degree programs with flexible course delivery
Union County School District
A K–12 system focused on workforce exposure, early tech education, and industry collaboration
Infrastructure & Development Support
Union County’s development team maintains close working relationships with local utilities, public works, and statewide economic development agencies to help projects move quickly.
Lockhart Power
Local power provider with industrial-scale capacity and site-specific support
Broad River Electric Cooperative
Electric service and infrastructure expansion expertise
Union County Public Works
Water and sewer support for new builds and facility expansions
SC Department of Commerce
Incentives, grant programs, infrastructure support, and capital investment tools
SC Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA)
Professional network connecting business with experienced ED leaders
How It All Comes Together
Here, collaboration isn’t a buzzword—it’s how we work.
When a business commits to Union County, we bring the right partners to the table—often in the same room, aligned around your timeline and goals.
Whether it’s Lockhart Power planning for load capacity, SC Works developing a hiring strategy, or ReadySC coordinating training funds, we’re already connected. You won’t have to chase introductions or explain yourself three times. We’ll get you what you need, when you need it.
Let’s Build Your Team
The Union County Development Corporation will help you navigate programs, streamline coordination, and connect you directly with the partners who can help. You focus on your business—we’ll handle the rest.
