History
The mild climate, world-class healthcare, prominent higher education and variety of cultural opportunities make Anderson an ideal choice for industry, retirees and families. Located on the banks of one of South Carolina’s largest lakes, outdoor and recreational activities are abundant.
Furthermore, Anderson, SC, is known as “The Electric City” since it was the first city in the United States to have a uninterrupted supply of electric power, and the first in the world to create a cotton gin operated by electricity. Anderson-native William Church Whitner was the man who first conceived the idea of generating alternating current electricity using turbulent river water to send power to the city in 1896. This history of innovation reflects Anderson's business environment today. Indeed, it boasts the finest entrepreneurial facilities and programs in the area.
Nowadays
After a century of a cotton-mill based economy, leaders of Anderson reshaped employment structure in recent decades. The employment sector now includes a variety of industry and manufacturing companies which thrive. Anderson and its outskirts gather more than 200 manufacturers and 20 international companies, including two Michelin sites. Hence, it justifies Anderson's membership to the International Network of Michelin Cities.
City leaders ensure that livability and sustainability remain the top priorities for Anderson. Thus, they intend to attain even greater prominence. Recent efforts have paid off and the city's "best practices" were recognized, in the fields of law enforcement, public safety, public art, and greenspaces.
Either for business or pleasure, Anderson welcomes the world with fine southern-USA style.
Anderson hosted the 4th Conference of the INMC in 2024.
