PrintPrintThree companies — including Shaw Industries Group in Lexington County — were mentioned by name as part of South Carolina’s continued support of “long-established core industries” and its development of high-tech, biotech, alternative energy and information technology jobs.
Staff Report
Published June 12, 2009
A national site-selection magazine has named South Carolina one of the top places for economic development and innovative job creation for 2009.
Area Development magazine honored the state with a Silver Shovel Award, which recognizes states and regions for success in job creation and positive economic impact.
South Carolina joined Arkansas and Alabama as the honored states with less than 5 million population.
South Carolina’s continued support of “long-established core industries” as it ventures into development of high-tech, biotech, alternative energy and information technology jobs helped it garner the award.
The magazine specifically mentioned Alorica, a customer-service management firm in Mauldin, Monster’s customer service center in Florence, and Shaw Industries Group, the world’s largest carpet manufacturer, which is located in Lexington County.
Tennessee received the Gold Shovel award in recognition of projects undertaken in 2008, the magazine said in a news release. Silver Shovels also were awarded to Texas, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia and Indiana.
“All economic development agencies make significant contributions to their states, but every year there are a few standouts,” said Geraldine Gambale, editor of area development for the magazine. “These 11 states deserve special recognition.”
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