As we kick off a new month, we want to hear from you.
This week, we launched our membership survey, and we hope you’ll take a few minutes to share your feedback. Your input will help guide our work and ensure we continue delivering value to our members. As a thank you for participating, all respondents will be entered into a drawing to win a pair of goodr sunglasses of their choice. Take the survey here.
It’s hard to believe that today is already the final day of early voting in South Carolina’s primary elections, with polls open until 5:00 PM. If you haven’t already cast your ballot, we encourage you to make a plan to vote later today or on Election Day, June 9. And be sure to keep an eye on your inbox Wednesday morning, when we’ll share an election results update.
As always, thank you for your continued support and engagement. Together, we’re building something special.
In This Issue
Four on Friday
1. SCMC Candidate Questionnaire Responses Now Available
In the interest of keeping South Carolina’s business community informed ahead of Tuesday’s primary elections, SCMC invited candidates seeking open constitutional offices to answer a series of questions on issues important to our members and the state’s long-term economic competitiveness. Click here to view the candidate’s responses.
2. Sponsorship Opportunity: 41st Annual Business Week at USC’s Darla Moore School of Business
For more than 40 years, SC Business Week has helped prepare South Carolina’s future leaders through a weeklong, hands-on program focused on leadership, teamwork, and real-world business challenges. Now is your opportunity to carry on the tradition and invest in the next generation by sponsoring a student. Sponsorships are fully tax-deductible and can be completed through the secure form on our website. To learn more or discuss sponsorship opportunities, contact Demetria Shuler at 803.255.2616 or Demetria.Shuler@myscmc.org.
3. SCMC Industry Workforce Subcommittee Needs Your Help
The SCMC Industry Workforce Subcommittee is developing a public awareness campaign to help showcase the opportunities, innovation, and people behind South Carolina manufacturing. We’re asking manufacturers across the state to submit photos, videos, employee stories, and other information that may be featured in campaign marketing and outreach efforts. Help us tell the story of manufacturing in South Carolina by filling out this form.
4. Calling All Manufacturers: Compensation & Benefit Survey
The Compensation & Benefits Survey has been sent to SCMC manufacturing members. The survey collects data on compensation, benefits, pay ranges, incentives, and more across approximately 102 positions. The more companies that participate, the more valuable the results will be. If you have not received your survey link, contact Hannah Wohlman at wohlman@newportgroup.com.
Upcoming Events
Southern Supplier Summit | June 22-23, 2026
SC Energy Summit | Aug. 4, 2026
SC Workforce and Manufacturing Summit | Aug. 31-Sept. 2, 2026
2026 SCMC Annual Meeting | Nov. 10-12, 2026
Member Spotlight
MUSC to Provide Summer Meals Through Kids Eat Free Program
Kids Eat Free at MUSC is providing free, healthy meals for children at multiple locations across South Carolina this summer. Since its inception in 2015, this initiative has been a cornerstone of MUSC’s commitment to addressing food insecurity in our communities. Over the past decade, MUSC has served over 69,000 meals, providing essential nutrition to children and teens during summer breaks. Read more.
From Our Industry Partners
DEW Seeks Workforce Champions, SC@Work Photo Contest Entries
The SC Department of Employment and Workforce is encouraging employers to showcase their commitment to South Carolina’s workforce through two opportunities open through June 14. Businesses that provide career exploration opportunities for K-12 students, such as internships, tours, work-study programs, career fairs, or school partnerships, can apply for DEW’s Workforce Champion Award.
Employers can also participate in the fourth annual SC@Work Photo Contest by submitting photos that highlight employees on the job. If your business is interested in participating, visit https://pollunit.com/polls/2026photocontest. Winners of both programs will be recognized during a special ceremony with Governor McMaster on September 1.
