December 12, 2023 By Lynn Demos-Petrucci, Business Intelligence Analyst Charleston is a vibrant hub of innovation and entrepreneurship. As the entrepreneurial spirit continues to thrive in this historic region, we are thrilled to announce the launch of NavigateCHS, your ecomap of the Charleston entrepreneurial ecosystem. Whether you’re a startup enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or an established business looking for collaboration opportunities, NavigateCHS can help you find the resources you need. NavigateCHS is not just another website; it’s a dynamic ecomap meticulously crafted to guide ..read more

November 28, 2023 By Megan Fink, Director of Global Marketing and Communications In the vibrant and growing section of downtown Charleston along the north Morrison Drive corridor (affectionately referred to as NoMo), new industrial-inspired development stands as a testament to forward-thinking design. The flagship building in this waterfront neighborhood at the footsteps of the picturesque Ravenel Bridge is Morrison Yard. Connected to the historic downtown area, a short drive to residential communities east of the Cooper, and 11 miles from the Charleston International Airport, Morrison Yard of ..read more

September 26, 2023 By Lynn Demos-Petrucci, Business Intelligence Analyst The Charleston region has been historically renowned for its coastal beauty and southern charm, but did you know that Charleston is increasingly becoming a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship? As we saw with the recent opening of the Mount Pleasant Harbor Entrepreneur Center, regional leaders are investing in the resources entrepreneurs need to thrive in our region. As entrepreneurs look to gain a competitive advantage in their industries, innovation is seen as an integral way to create and capture value in the market ..read more

Brand & Content Manager Our Why The Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) is focused on building a vibrant, resilient regional economy by attracting the world’s best companies, talent and entrepreneurs. Our work is designed to strengthen and diversify the local economy, create high-quality jobs and foster economic growth throughout the greater Charleston area. CRDA’s dedication to our mission is reflected in our commitment to recruiting and retaining high-performance individuals. Our team’s talents and a culture of creativity and collaboration are key to our success in executing ..read more

August 24, 2022 By Jaime Caldwell, Investor Relations Manager Summer is ending and interns are heading back to university for what are likely to be their final semesters before graduation. Where will they choose to launch their careers post-grad? We hope the Charleston region is at the top of their list! With talent in high demand across the nation, CRDA, in partnership with the Charleston Metro Chamber, produced the second annual Charleston Intern Network Series to encourage summer interns in the region to consider our metro as an excellent location to establish themselves professionally. At ..read more

July 11, 2023 By Jason G. Brown, Director of Stakeholder Relations Nightly, I end my day by verbalizing at least one thing I am thankful for. As one might imagine, good health, a growing family, and a beautiful place to call home are the sorts of items that populate my list on a recurring basis. The team at Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) often notes how grateful we are to have an amazing pool of investors, whose leadership and funding directly supports our efforts to attract the best companies, talent, and entrepreneurs to the tri-county region of Charleston, South Carolina. C ..read more

  What’s your background? How did you end up with Thorne? My background is in manufacturing. I started with Thorne right out of high school and have held many different roles throughout the company. I was attending college part-time when I started and continued to do so as I progressed in my career. Attending classes and working at the same time was advantageous since I could apply my learning to real-life scenarios. Now I am the VP of Manufacturing. How did you end up in CHS? I relocated to Charleston with Thorne in 2018. My husband and I took a trip to check out Charleston with Thorne ..read more

What’s your background? How did you end up with Thorne? I graduated with a BS in Bioengineering from Clemson University in 2016 (go Tigers!) and previously worked as a Quality Engineer at a pharmaceutical and wellness contract manufacturer based in Georgia. I joined Thorne in March 2020 (yes, right at the start of the pandemic!) as a Validation Engineer I and have since been promoted to Validation Engineer III. Thorne is a global leader in the regulated nutraceutical industry, producing a wide variety of health and wellness supplements for general use and for the athletic organizations that ..read more

What’s your background? How did you end up with Thorne?  I grew up in Anderson, SC, and then graduated from The Citadel in December 2018 with a degree in Business. A few months after Thorne completed its move from Idaho, I met their recruiters at a career fair. In January 2019, I began working in Thorne’s Supply Chain department. Since then, I have been promoted three times to my current role as Senior Manager of Strategic Planning and Business Operations. How did you end up in CHS? I have strong family roots in Charleston, with my great-grandfather graduating from The Citadel in 1 ..read more

Please tell me about your work at Ingevity and how you ended up in Charleston. I am the VP of Operations for Ingevity, and my responsibilities include all aspects of the production process for our product portfolio. I started with Ingevity in Brazil and was transferred to our plant in Louisiana and then to Charleston 3 years ago. You’ve lived all around the world. What does CHS have that other mid-sized markets don’t? Charleston is the perfect sized place. It doesn’t have all the problems of big cities, like traffic and violence, but still offers several options for entertainment with o ..read more