At about 60 manufacturing operations across Sumter County, representing more than 4,000,000 square feet of manufacturing space, about 8,200 local employees earn 20% more each year than service-sector employees. From Kaydon to Caterpillar, our existing industries have a long track record of adding value to our community in a low-cost, high-productivity environment.
The Sumter Development Board’s Business Retention and Expansion program is a comprehensive, proactive and responsive effort that seeks to make manufacturing in Sumter County efficient and productive.
At about 60 manufacturing operations across Sumter County, representing more than 4,000,000 square feet of manufacturing space, about 8,200 local employees earn 20% more each year than service-sector employees. From Kaydon to Caterpillar, our existing industries have a long track record of adding value to our community in a low-cost, high-productivity environment.
The Sumter Development Board’s Business Retention and Expansion program is a comprehensive, proactive and responsive effort that seeks to make manufacturing in Sumter County efficient and productive.
Short-Term Objectives:
- To build relationships with existing businesses through open communications and visitations;
- To demonstrate and provide support for local business by acting as a liaison between the business and government agencies;
- To address urgent business concerns and issues;
- To help businesses improve communications with the local community; and
- To find ways to retain businesses and jobs.
Long-Term Objectives:
- To increase the competitiveness of local businesses;
- To create jobs and increase capital investment through business growth and expansion;
- To establish and implement strategic actions for local economic development; and
- To create a healthier and wealthier local economy.
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