Charleston, South Carolina, located on the east coast of the United States, offers medtech companies an adaptable workforce with a business-friendly environment. More than 300+ medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers, research laboratories, and service companies call Charleston home. With a growing IT community, Class A office space with research and lab capabilities, and over $300M in yearly research funding at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), Charleston provides the ingredients for success at all phases of a company’s growth. The presence of MUSC, a tier 1 academic institution, our proximity to the Port of Charleston and our ability to attract talent make this an ideal location for medtech companies looking for growth. Our labor force is growing three times faster than other U.S. locations with more than 12,000 people moving to Charleston each year from major cities such as New York City, Miami, and Los Angeles.