Today, we mark the 25th anniversary of September 11. We remember the innocent lives lost, the courage of those who stepped forward to help others, and the way Americans came together in the days that followed. Twenty-five years later, it is worth remembering not only what our country endured that day but also the unity we showed in its aftermath.
This week at SCMC, we enjoyed a great evening at our annual Lowcountry Manufacturers Dinner. Manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers gathered for conversation and connection, and we were happy to welcome SC Ports President and CEO Micah Mallace as our keynote speaker.
Thank you to everyone who joined us!
In This Issue
Four on Friday
1. Legislative Update – S.C. Senate Holds First Meeting on Tax Reform
The Senate Finance Committee’s newly formed Common Sense Tax Reform Special Subcommittee held its first meeting on Thursday, receiving a comprehensive overview of the state’s tax system from the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, the S.C. Department of Revenue (DOR), the S.C. Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office (RFA), and the Tax Foundation. Read the full legislative update here.
2. SCMC Vision and Voice Tour Kicks Off Next Week
We’re hitting the road! SCMC’s nine-stop Vision and Voice Tour kicks off Tuesday in Lancaster, where we’ll unveil Blueprint 2036: A Roadmap for South Carolina’s Economic Future. Each stop will give business leaders a chance to share their perspective, and that feedback will help shape SCMC’s legislative agenda for the year ahead. Find a stop near you and register.
3. Share Your Manufacturing Month Events
October is Manufacturing Month, and we want to help spotlight what our members have planned. If your company is hosting a plant tour, open house, career fair, student event, or anything else celebrating manufacturing, let us know. Share the details with James Richter at james.richter@myscmc.org.
4. PULL! SCMC Sporting Clays Classic Returns Nov. 20
Join us Nov. 20 at the NWTF Palmetto Shooting Complex in Edgefield for the SCMC Sporting Clays Classic. This year’s event will feature both morning and afternoon shooting sessions, with all participants coming together for a midday luncheon featuring Shealy’s BBQ. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or a beginner, it’s a great opportunity to network with business leaders from across the state. Learn more and register.
Upcoming Events
SCMC Annual Golf Tournament | Oct. 19, 2026
SCMC Annual Meeting | Nov. 10-12, 2026
SCMC Sporting Clays Classic | Nov. 20, 2026
Legislative Update – S.C. Senate Special Subcommittee Holds First Meeting on Tax Reform
The Senate Finance Committee’s newly formed Common Sense Tax Reform Special Subcommittee held its first meeting on Thursday, receiving a comprehensive overview of the state’s tax system from the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, the S.C. Department of Revenue (DOR), the S.C. Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office (RFA), and the Tax Foundation.
During the meeting, significant focus was placed on the need for South Carolina’s tax system to be more competitive for business, particularly our property tax system, which places a disproportionate burden on businesses.
The subcommittee, which is chaired by Sen. Sean Bennett (R-Dorchester), plans to meet throughout the fall to continue to assess how South Carolina’s tax system stacks up to other states across the country, particularly our peer states, hear from stakeholders, and identify possible solutions to modernize the code and make it more competitive.
Archived video of the full meeting can be found here.
Member Spotlight
Benedict College Makes History as First HBCU in South Carolina to Earn ABET Accreditation in Electrical Engineering
Benedict College has achieved another significant academic milestone as its Electrical Engineering program has earned ABET accreditation, making it the first HBCU in the state to earn this distinction. Read more.
*SCMC is always looking to showcase the latest news from our members. If you have articles, press releases, company updates, or would like to be featured in a Member Spotlight on our website, please contact Brandon Charochak at brandon.charochak@myscmc.org.
