South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP)

• http://www.scmep.org/
• Offers cost-effective services and on-site consultations to small and mid-sized South Carolina manufacturers.
• Provides assistance in the following areas:
  • Environmental, health, and safety
  • Engineering
  • Strategic planning
  • Information technology

South Carolina Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP)

• http://www.scdhec.net/eqc/admin/html/sbap.asp
• Hotline available to receive information on environmental regulations.
• Provides links to important regulatory documents.
• Provides confidential one-on-one consultation through an audit program.

South Carolina Chamber of Commerce

• http://www.scchamber.net
• Organizes conferences and seminars throughout the year that help South Carolina business understand environmental regulations and labor laws.
• Provides opportunities to network with other South Carolina manufacturers.
• Publishes several publications to keep members updated on important legislative and regulatory issues at the state level.

The Frank L. Rodney Small Business Development Center of South Carolina

• http://scsbdc.moore.sc.edu/
• Provides consulting services to small and mid-sized businesses in South Carolina.
• Offers assistance in the following areas:
  • Procurement of government contracts
  • Financial management
  • Research and development
  • Business planning