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We would love to hear from you. Please contact us at any time.
For additional economic development information, contact:

Kenneth Moon Executive Director Phone: (864) 492-2889 moonk@sccsc.edu
Noah Beason Deputy Director Phone: (864) 490 1228 beasonn@sccsc.edu
Cherokee County Development Board 101 Campus Drive | Gaffney, SC 29341
Phone (864) 206-2805
Cherokee County, SC: Your Gateway to
Growth.
Unleashing Potential, Powering Progress
Cherokee County, SC: Your Gateway to
Growth.
Unleashing Potential, Powering Progress
Cherokee County, SC: Your Gateway to
Growth.
Unleashing Potential, Powering Progress
Cherokee County, SC: Your Gateway to
Growth.
Unleashing Potential, Powering Progress
Cherokee County, SC: Your Gateway to
Growth.
Unleashing Potential, Powering Progress
Cherokee County, SC: Your Gateway to
Growth.
Unleashing Potential, Powering Progress
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Cherokee County, South Carolina
Nestled at the foothills of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, Cherokee County offers an ideal blend of natural beauty and strategic location. With Interstate 85 running through the heart of the county, you're just 40 minutes from the vibrant city of Greenville, SC, and 40 minutes from the thriving metro of Charlotte, NC. Explore how Cherokee County can give your business the competitive edge it needs to succeed.
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900,000 Available workforce within 60 minutes
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Low cost of Living, Great Quality of Life
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5 Major employers
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Business Headlines
Keep up to date with the latest news and press releases.
February 04, 2026
Huwell Inc Selects Cherokee County for Future Operations

Huwell has selected 14 Commerce Drive for its first operation inside of the US. They are an Italian based cosmetics

December 29, 2025
Fenner Precision Polymers Selects Cherokee County for New Operation

Fenner Precision Polymers, a Michelin Group Company, has selected Cherokee County for a new coated fabrics operation at 1 Commerce

December 02, 2025
Pax Industries Selects Cherokee County for Relocation

Pax Industries, a plastics logistics company, is relocating their Charlotte facility to 153 Gibbons Road at exit 104 in Blacksburg.

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Our Core Industries
Nowhere does it better than here. Cherokee, SC supports the needs of a wide range of industries. From Manufacturing to Automotive and Energy, we lay the groundwork for business success.
Automotive Cherokee County is well positioned for Automotive and Automotive support businesses. Located only 27 miles from BMW Manufacturing, Cherokee is an ideal location for Tier I providers.
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Advanced Materials Cherokee county has a long history with textiles. It has been an epicenter for advanced materials since 1899 when the first textile mill opened and is still in operation today.
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Manufacturing With a workforce of nearly 900,000 within a 60 minute drive, Cherokee has a skilled workforce to meet your manufacturing needs.
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Logistics 22 miles of Interstate 85 bisect Cherokee County. Cherokee County is centrally located between the SC Inland Port and and the Norfolk Southern Intermodal facility at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Cherokee is ideally positioned to meet the needs of your Business.
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Energy A strong and supportive business climate combined with an abundance of resources and a readily available workforce makes Cherokee County the prime location for energy innovation.
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Leading Employers
Cherokee County, South Carolina is home to several powerhouses like Nestle, Freightliner and Dollar Tree.
Major Product: School bus and motor home chassis
EMPLOYEES 1100
Major Product: Frozen prepared foods
EMPLOYEES 1100
Major Product: Fabric dyeing & finishing
EMPLOYEES 810
EMPLOYEES 600
EMPLOYEES 600