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Office of Economic Engagement
University of South Carolina · Columbia, South Carolina
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Description
The Office of Economic Engagement (OEE) is USC's central hub for industry partnerships, technology commercialization, and entrepreneurial support. It serves as the single convergence point for industry, researchers, students, entrepreneurs, and government. OEE manages the Technology Commercialization Office, IdeaLabs wet lab facility, the USC/Columbia Technology Incubator (The MIX), and provides SBIR/STTR support. USC contributes $7.4B annually to South Carolina's economy and supports 61,700 jobs across the state.
Key Details
- Type: Central economic engagement hub
- Economic Impact: $7.4B annual contribution to SC economy
- Jobs Supported: 61,700 across South Carolina
- Facilities: Horizon I, 541 Main St., Columbia, SC
- Managed Entities: TCO, IdeaLabs, The MIX incubator
- Services: Industry partnerships, tech commercialization, SBIR/STTR support
- Partners: SC SBDC, SC Launch, regional economic development organizations
Known Startups
- Not applicable — central administrative hub