Internationalism

Downtown Greenville, international player? Believe it or not, it’s true. Thanks to a pro-business climate that’s as pleasing as the weather, Greenville has attracted some pretty big hitters. Greenville Spartanburg MSA boasts the highest level of per capita foreign investment in the nation. In fact, over 10 billion dollars of foreign capital has been invested in the area since 1990. And several sites in the Upstate are designated as foreign trade zone areas.

Still, you may be surprised to learn that BMW Manufacturing was the 69th German firm to locate here. They knew a good thing when they saw it. And thanks to a highly skilled talent pool, respected universities, and an invigorating quality of life, so too do many other international corporations. There are almost 250 International firms from 24 countries who call the Greenville area home. We are not afraid to name drop …Michelin, Fuji, Samsung, Pfizer/Capsugel, General Electric, Georgia Pacific… the list goes on and on.

Access to the international community is a point of pride to Downtown Greenville, and has led to the creation of groups such as The International Center of the Upstate, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting cross-cultural understanding among Greenville’s diverse population. That’s another reason why Downtown Greenville is booming. And why you’re likely to hear conversations in other languages as you stroll across the Liberty Bridge or dine above the Reedy River.

Downtown Greenville has everything every business needs to thrive. Its international culture is icing on the cake. We’re ready to cut your business a slice. All you have to do is visit.