Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC)

The 12th F-16 fighter jet has been manufactured at the Lockheed Martin facility at the South Carolina Technology and Aviation Center (formerly Donaldson Center) in Greenville County. As the "Global Home" of the F-16, Lockheed Martin’s Greenville County production line provides advanced capabilities to allies for peacekeeping and defense missions amid challenging global conditions. There is currently a production queue of 128 F-16s to be produced in Greenville County for international partners.    Earlier this month, the company delivered the 4,600th F-16, a testament to the continued relevance of the aircraft over five decades.    The Greenville County facility has been operational since 1984 and has had an economic impact of over $1.3 billion in South Carolina. The facility has also generated high skill jobs for the area and currently employs over 1,800 people, including a highly skilled team of aviation technicians, engineers, program managers and other experienced personnel. “1 in 4 employees have served or are serving in the armed forces,” says a Lockheed Martin Spokesperson, “that underscores the crucial role that the Greenville production line plays in national security and global defense.” #f16 #aviation #MadeinGreenvilleCounty #SCTAC #LockheedMartin

Tune into WSPA 7News today to see our CEO, Max Stewart, and FENECON's CEO discuss the importance of Fenecon's North American HQ coming to Greenville County. This partnership marks a significant milestone for our community, and we are honored to help bring high wage, high-skilled jobs to Greenville County. Watch the full story to discover more about the positive impact on our region. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/e9MY9MUH #GADC #GreenvilleCounty #CleanEnergy #BusinessofDevelopment

We are excited to share that our new CEO, Max Stewart, was featured on WYFF 4 News! "This is a great fit for me because there���s a lot of international flavor here in Greenville County," said Stewart. "It's a chance to share our story globally and help businesses succeed here." With over two decades of experience, Max is set to lead the GADC in fostering economic growth. Check out the full story to hear more about his vision. https://lnkd.in/eJ8FNwGR #DevelopmentofBusiness #goGADC #GADC #GreenvilleCounty #WYFFNews4

Thank you, Greenville City Economic Development Corporation, for the warm welcome and congratulations! We are excited to have Max on board and look forward to strengthening our collaboration with your team to bring great businesses to Greenville County.

FENECON is set to establish its first North American manufacturing location and headquarters in Greenville County. The $3 million investment will create 68 new jobs. Fenecon, based in Germany, is a renowned global leader in renewable energy solutions and specializes in cutting-edge electricity storage and management systems for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Its steadfast commitment to climate protection and energy independence empowers businesses and individuals worldwide to harness clean energy efficiently.  Read more about Fenecon's announcement here: https://lnkd.in/e9N5xjjT #gogadc #greenvillecounty #economicdevelopment #renewableenergy #energyindependence FENECON USA

GADC is pleased to announce the appointment of Max Stewart as our new CEO. Stewart joins GADC from the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation, where he served as Vice President of Economic Development. During his tenure, he successfully transitioned the organization into a digital marketing strategy, significantly increased the lead pipeline, and secured projects, including a landmark project that brought in more than $250 million in capital investment and created 450 jobs — the largest single project in Manatee County's history. With more than two decades of experience in economic development and nonprofit leadership, we know Max will bring significant growth and innovation to Greenville County. Please join us in welcoming him to our community! Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/eMcjDAiv #GreenvilleCounty #GADC #EconomicDevelopment #SouthCarolina

Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) is sponsoring Match Day this year at Next Venture Summit. Match Day is like speed dating but for founders and investors. Interested in being involved in this unique event? Check out our website for more information, apply, and/or sign-up! https://lnkd.in/eVp_ApDY

MP Husky Cable Tray & Cable Bus has announced it will invest $11.1 million to expand its facility in Mauldin. This expansion will increase the facility's footprint and add state-of-the-art equipment while creating approximately 35 new jobs. Read more about MP Husky's announcement here: https://lnkd.in/e5aCyFpg #GreenvilleCounty #GADC #EconomicDevelopment

After 23 years of exceptional leadership at the Greenville Area Development Corporation, our Interim President and CEO, Kevin R. Landmesser, is retiring. Kevin's strategic vision and unwavering dedication have transformed the economic landscape of Greenville County. His legacy of growth and innovation will inspire us for years to come. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/dWNt2sKj

We are gearing up to tell our story. The Greenville Downtown Airport opened in 1928 and in 2028 will celebrate 100 years of service to our community. We are excited to share more about our history, our economic impacts, our love of aviation, and what our vision for the future looks like. James D. Stephens, C.M., VisitGreenvilleSC, Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), South Carolina Council on Competitiveness South Carolina Aviation Association, City of Greenville, South Carolina #generalaviation #communitycorridor #runwaypark #GatewaytoGreenville