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Economic Development

Economic Development means business recruitment and retention, but it also means fostering innovation, developing a skilled workforce, community image and branding, and promoting a conducive business climate through good public policy. The chamber’s advocacy agenda always includes economic development initiatives to promote prosperity for the greater Myrtle Beach region.

Doing Business in the Grand Strand

 

  • Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development Corporation (MBREDC) leads Horry County’s efforts to increase business activity. Their work involves attracting new businesses to the region and helping them grow, thrive and create more jobs.
     
  • North Eastern Strategic Alliance (NESA) primary objective is to create jobs for the residents of the region by working within the existing industry base and recruiting new companies. 

What’s Happening

Membership Renewals: Frequently Asked Questions
July 1, 2026

The Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative introduced new membership investment levels in July 2026 to better align membership opportunities with businesses of different sizes, engagement levels, leadership roles and national standards.  This model creates more opportunities for businesses to [...]

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What Restaurants Need to Know About South Carolina’s New Shrimp Disclosure Law

South Carolina restaurants will soon need to let diners know where their shrimp was caught. A law signed by Gov. Henry McMaster on June 30 requires new signage and menu [...]

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