In order to proactively address the biggest challenges facing the Grand Strand, including its long-term economic growth and quality of life, the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce launched the Partnership Grand Strand foundation in 2022.
Developed from hundreds of pages of data and the feedback from more than 100 of the region’s top business and community leaders and subject matter experts, we have identified four key pillars and 11 initiatives to achieve one core goal:
Accelerate the economic prosperity and enhance the quality of life for all businesses and residents across the Grand Strand.
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Thank you to the following organizations for their support of our cause:
Our efforts to accelerate the prosperity of our region is designed around four pillars which are all interconnected to create synergy. No single pillar of the Partnership Grand Strand initiative can advance our mission alone.
Leading efforts to diversify our region's economy & fostering small business growth
Advocating for improved infrastructure and other key issues effecting area growth
"HGTC's connection with Partnership Grand Strand serves as a testament to the institution’s commitment to both academic excellence and community enrichment. This collaboration serves as a cornerstone of progress, uniting higher education with local visionaries to create a tapestry of innovation and growth. Together, we weave the threads of knowledge, ambition, and compassion to forge a brighter future for both our students and the entire Grand Strand community."
Dr. Marilyn Fore
President, Horry Georgetown Technical College
"As resort operators, we see the profound potential Partnership Grand Strand holds for our industry and the people we serve. This is a powerful collaboration that empowers resorts, restaurants, attractions and the broader Myrtle Beach community as well. It's not just an investment in the present, but a strategic move that will shape the future of Myrtle Beach for years to come.”
Clay Brittain
Chairman, Brittain Resorts and Hotels
“Coastal Carolina University and our trajectory are inextricably tied to the success of our surrounding community. This is the fastest growing area in the country and our goal is to produce graduates ready for the jobs of today and tomorrow all along the Grand Strand. This partnership is key to the overall growth of our area which will inevitably lead to an increased quality of life for all our citizens.”
Dr. Michael Benson
President, Coastal Carolina University
Partnership Grand Strand (PGS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation and a five-year strategic initiative designed to accelerate economic prosperity and quality of life for all businesses and residents across Horry and Georgetown counties.
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