Charleston Regional Development Alliance Launches New Website

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – For the first time in nine years, the Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) has launched a completely redesigned new economic development website for Charleston | South Carolina | USA: charlestoneconomicdevelopment.com.

“To ensure the Charleston region remains a globally competitive location for business, it’s imperative our website is engaging, fast and easy-to-use,” said David Ginn, CRDA president & CEO. “As our ‘24-7 storefront,’ this website is one of Charleston’s most powerful storytelling tools.”

Designed for site selectors, corporate decision makers, and entrepreneurs considering bringing their business to the region, the website offers new user-friendly features, including:

• Visual Data—Infographics make data easy-to-read and download, while dynamic images bring the region’s story to life. New video content will be added to the website throughout the year.
• Interactive Tools—A quick-loading, embedded GIS real estate tool allows users to find available sites, office and industrial properties throughout the three-county region. Commercial MLS populates the database.
• New Resources—Updated resources have been added throughout, from quick downloads on labor statistics and top employers, to information on capital and co-working spaces.
• Responsive Design—The site is designed for optimal viewing on desktop, tablet and mobile devices, without sacrificing content or load time.
• Easy-to-Find Contact Information—Visitors can now find key CRDA staff members directly on the homepage and contact them with just a click.
• Tailored for Global Business—The site offers translated custom content for Canada, UK, France, Germany, Israel, and Japan.

“The site invites the user to experience what it’s like to live and conduct business here, giving our target audiences a clear, compelling and comprehensive message about the Charleston region’s competitive advantages,” Ginn added.

The website was conceptualized and designed by Charleston-based digital agency, Blue Ion, and the GIS tool by Denver-based Community Systems.

About the Charleston Regional Development Alliance
The Charleston Regional Development Alliance is a professional economic development organization representing Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties in South Carolina. With a large and growing network of business, academic and governmental partners, the CRDA directly assists companies with competitive locations / expansions.

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